160 Forest St Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN / Listed By: Tina Crowley, Compass

  160 Forest St Melrose, MA 02176

Active
$699,000 (USD)
3
BED
2
BATH
1,744
SQFT
OPEN HOUSE TIMES
  • OPEN
    Sat, Jul 25
    11:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • OPEN
    Sun, Jul 26
    12 noon - 1:30 pm

Description

Nestled on a picturesque lot surrounded by mature trees, this warm and inviting home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Sunlight pours into the spacious living room featuring hardwood floors, a classic fireplace with custom built-ins, and oversized windows overlooking the beautiful yard. The generous dining room flows into a charming sunroom, creating the perfect space to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book, or simply relax throughout the day, while sliding glass doors lead to the deck for easy outdoor entertaining. The country kitchen is functional and filled with potential, offering the perfect opportunity to create the kitchen you've always envisioned. Hardwood floors continue throughout much of the home, adding warmth and character. The second floor offers three bedrooms, a dedicated office ideal for today's work-from-home lifestyle, and a full bath. The spacious primary bedroom features a charming partial vaulted ceiling and generous closet space. The partially finished basement includes a full bath, a workshop area, and abundant storage, providing flexibility for hobbies, projects, a home gym, or possible future expansion. A detached garage offers additional storage and convenience. Lovingly maintained over the years, this home presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking to personalize a property while building equity in the highly deisrable city of Melrose.The beautiful lot, mature trees, and inviting outdoor spaces create a setting to enjoy through every season. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking for more space, or searching for a home with timeless character and room to make it your own, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Showings begin at the first open house. Offers, if any, are due Monday, July 27 at 12:00 PM.

MLS #:
73552536
Taxes
$7,496(2025)
Lot Size
0.53 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1931
Style
Cape
County
Middlesex County

Listed By

Tina Crowley, Compass
Source
MLS PIN
Last checked Jul 21 2026 at 4:25 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Interior Features
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Internet Available - Unknown
  • Sun Room
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Windows: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Home Office
  • Foyer
  • Laundry: In Basement
  • Closet
Kitchen
  • Exterior Access
  • Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Gas Stove
  • Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • Country Kitchen
  • French Doors
Lot Information
  • Level
  • Wooded
  • Corner Lot
  • Sloped
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Foundation: Block
Heating and Cooling
  • Electric
  • Wood Stove
  • Natural Gas
  • Baseboard
  • Window Unit(s)
Basement Information
  • Full
  • Partially Finished
  • Sump Pump
  • Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Entry
  • Concrete
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Hardwood
  • Vinyl
  • Carpet
  • Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water: Public, For Gas Oven
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Garage
  • Garage
Parking
  • Off Street
  • Paved
  • Storage
  • Detached
  • Workshop In Garage
  • Total: 6
Living Area
  • 1,744 sqft
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