85 Baxter St, Melrose, MA 02176
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OFF MARKET

$816,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,633 sqft

85 Baxter St, Melrose, MA 02176

Wyoming
Est. Refi. Payment $4,904/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 17, 2016 for $400,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$817K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$417K (+104.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +98% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$817K
August 2026$816K
July 2026$825K
June 2026$837K
May 2026$837K
April 2026$827K
March 2026$828K
February 2026$796K
January 2026$791K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
55-57 Tappan St, Melrose, MA
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$985,000
09/25/25
4
2
2,342
46 Oakland St, Melrose, MA
0.30
Multi-Family Home
$1,065,000
09/02/26
6
2
2,600
37 S High St, Melrose, MA
0.39
Multi-Family Home
$820,000
05/22/26
5
2
2,605
381 Washington St, Melrose, MA
0.33
Multi-Family Home
$1,341,000
05/28/26
5
3
2,950
98-98 W Wyoming Ave #100, Melrose, MA
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$1,075,000
06/04/26
6
2
2,388
110 Crescent Ave, Melrose, MA
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$1,110,000
08/10/26
8
2
2,551
54-56 Dell Ave, Melrose, MA
0.78
Multi-Family Home
$795,000
05/14/26
4
3
1,819
207-209 Main St, Melrose, MA
0.78
Multi-Family Home
$1,175,000
07/15/26
4
2
2,538
109 Orris St, Melrose, MA
0.77
Multi-Family Home
$1,150,000
10/01/25
6
2
3,318
50-52 Albion St, Melrose, MA
0.93
Multi-Family Home
$1,130,000
10/14/25
5
2.5
2,390

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
79 Baxter St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.04
$1,362,300
4
2.5
2,505
Recently Sold
80 Baxter St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.04
$985,200
2
2.5
1,817
Off Market
40 Cutter St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.05
$906,900
5
2
2,031
Off Market
30 Cutter St #B, Melrose, MA 02176
0.07
$636,600
3
1
1,242
Off Market
59 Sanford St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.11
$992,400
3
2
1,608
Off Market
30 Whittier St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.10
$1,201,800
4
2
2,166
Off Market
23 Poplar St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.15
$1,248,900
4
2.5
2,757
Off Market
26 Poplar St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.16
$1,400,000
4
2.5
2,132
Recently Sold
31 Poplar St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.16
$1,580,000
4
2.5
2,200
Off Market
68 Maple St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.16
$1,069,800
5
3
2,945
Off Market
28-30 Tappan St #1, Melrose, MA 02176
0.14
-
1
1
596
Off Market
40-42 Tappan St, Melrose, MA 02176
0.15
-
5
2
2,130
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1895
1,633 sqft
$500/sqft

About this House

LEGAL TWO FAMILY, (see occupancy permit attached to listing). Come and discover the spacious rooms, hardwood floors, sunroom, and sun-filled deck overlooking large yard. Close to all major routes, train and Melrose center with all its fabulous shops and restaurants. Great income property, or single-family living with rental income. A must see! House is currently vacant, but last rents as of August 2015, were smaller unit was $950.00 per month large unit $2,100 per month. Property is in "fair" condition and needs work. For those with vision looking to build equity! A super investment in your future in Melrose, where values are "sky rocketing." Sold and priced "AS IS."
85 Baxter St, Melrose, MA 02176 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,633 sqft multi-family in Wyoming, built in 1895. It last sold for $400,000 on Mar 17, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $816,600, with a rent estimate of $3,628/month.

Home Details for 85 Baxter St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1895
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Old Style

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 17, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$400,000
Jan 6, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$405,000
Dec 14, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$405,000
Price decreased by 5%
Nov 29, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$424,895
Nov 28, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$424,895

Market trends in Melrose

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$922K
$33.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
108.5%
1.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$528
$11MoM
Available listings
50
23MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Wyoming

At least 29 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say car is needed

  • 58 % Say there are community events

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rkg9ddsprw
    "I love Melrose, it’s a nice neighborhood, nice people, restaurants, things to do. The people who lives here are empathetic, respectful, and lovely. "
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  • Rkg9ddsprw
    "I love to lice here because I’m feel safe, I also love the neighborhood, there are a lot of supermarket near me "
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  • Khalid B.
    "I do not own dog but I can see the dog owners walk their dogs around every day. Also there is a dog daycare in Melrose."
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  • Alex Javo
    "My neighborhood is great. Walking distance to downtown Melrose. Easy access to public transportation. Very convenient and safe."
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  • Efuamantey
    "Great access to 4 different buses that’s barely a 7 minute ride to the T at oak grove. Can easily get downtown in 15 minutes if there isn’t traffic on I-93"
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  • Dilyana O.
    "Great neighborhood - well maintained, convenient, safe, walking distance from stores & cafes, pretty, outdoor activities near by, close to public transportation(T, commuter rail , buses), quick ride to downtown Boston, close to highways."
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  • Efuamantey
    "Easily accessible to the orange line and mbta busses. Grocery shops, restaurants and hospital nearby"
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  • Steve T.
    "Both of my neighbors have lived in their houses for over 30 years. People move here and don’t want to leave. "
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  • Carley S.
    "Melrose square is very quaint."
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Frequently asked questions about 85 Baxter St

  • What is 85 Baxter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 85 Baxter St in Melrose, MA is $816,600.
  • What is the price history for 85 Baxter St?
    85 Baxter St in Melrose, MA last sold for $400,000 in March 2016.
  • Is Melrose a buyer's or seller's market?
    Melrose is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Melrose?
    The median sale price in Melrose is $922K. That is up $33.33K from the prior month.

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