408 Swains Pond Ave, Melrose, MA, 02176
About This Home
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY AUGUST 16TH 12PM-3PM. Welcome home to this beautifully renovated three bedroom Ranch Style home situated on tree lined CORNER lot in desirable MOUNT HOOD area. This meticulously maintained one owner home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience matching modern updates with classic charm. From the Large spacious sun drenched living room/dining room combo with beautiful hardwood flooring to the fully applianced kitchen with breakfast bar, three bedrooms with large closets, hardwood floor, replacement windows and 1.5 baths. The heated finished basement offers large Bonus room with dry bar, and 13x17 office or spare room perfect for entertaining and spacious laundry room. The one car garage is easy access to the knotty pine sunroom overlooking the spacious backyard and is on a corner lot. Convenient to golf course, lake, transportation, schools, shopping and hospital. This home is ready and waiting for its next owner to move right in and enjoy.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Tankless Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: First
- Area: 108
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 108
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 112
Features
- Bathroom - Half,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Slider,Bonus Room,Home Office,Sun Room
- Window features: Screens
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Wood Laminate,Flooring - Vinyl,Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 806
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric Baseboard,Oil,Electric
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,958
- Total interior livable area: 1,958 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate
- Level: First
- Area: 108
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 336
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: First
- Area: 140
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
- Level: Basement
- Area: 221
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 656586
- Zoning: Res
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch,Rain Gutters,Screens
Lot
- Lot size: 8,237 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,968 | $47,616 |
| Home Insurance * | $181 | $2,172 |
| Property Taxes | $636 | $7,632 |
| Electricity | $386 | $4,633 |
| Total | $5,171 | $62,052 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-23 | Price change | $784,900 |
| 2026-07-08 | Listed for sale | $794,900 |
| 2026-06-30 | Contingent | $794,900 |
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $794,900 |
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