53 Melrose St APT 2B, Melrose, MA, 02176
About This Home
The Melrose Towers never disappoints. It's reputation for being centrally located, offering great amenities and being really well run makes it a popular choice time and time again. This bright second floor unit is located in building 53 with the indoor pool. Looks like you will have to enjoy that one a bit longer until the outdoor pool opens. Unit 2B offers a traditional Towers layout with an open floor plan for the living room, dining area and kitchen. Sliders to the balcony add extended living space, bringing the outdoors in. Primary bedroom is spacious, has sliders to the balcony and great closet space. The second bedroom is also a great size for accommodating furniture. Luxury vinyl flooring gives the space clean and updated feel as does the walls that were freshly painted. THE BEST PART, THIS UNIT COMES WITH AN ASSIGNED PARKING SPACE RIGHT NEAR THE FRONT DOOR #12B, AS WELL AS A GARAGE SPACE #47! This sharply priced unit is awaiting it's new owner!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Building
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 40
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Balcony - Interior,Slider,Living/Dining Rm Combo
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Finished area above ground: 1,080
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,080
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Balcony - Interior
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 658825
- Zoning: URC
- Other equipment: Intercom
- Exclusions: Please See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet In Info Pack
Features
- Pool features: Association,In Ground,Indoor
- Exterior features: Balcony / Deck,Balcony,Professional Landscaping
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Off Street,Assigned
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
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 | $2,118 | $25,416 |
| Home Insurance * | $96 | $1,152 |
| Property Taxes | $345 | $4,140 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $2,913 | $34,956 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | Price change | $440,000 |
| 2026-04-08 | Listed for sale | $445,000 |
| 1974-08-05 | Sold | $34,500 |
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