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Listing broker remarks

Discover the charm and potential of 265 Main Street in Melrose, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home ready for its next chapter. This inviting property features high ceilings, a wonderful sense of space, and a flexible layout with great bones—ideal for bringing your vision to life. Inside, you'll find a bright and spacious family room filled with natural light from an abundance of windows, while the impressive ceiling height enhances the open feel. The living room offers a cozy gas fireplace, and charming built-in china cabinets add character and timeless appeal. A private home office provides the perfect space for remote work or a quiet retreat. The home also includes a one-car garage and a lovely backyard with room to relax, garden, or entertain. Set in a phenomenal location, you're just moments from downtown Melrose, Sylvan Street Park, and the Oak Grove train station, making commuting, dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences incredibly accessible. Don't miss this opportunity to make this h— Compass

Key details

  • 1,668 sq ft
  • 4,456 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1925 built
  • $479 / sq ft
  • $7,326 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠9⁠1⁠2⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
265 Main St
Town
Melrose, MA
ZIP
02176
Deed (Bk/Pg)
72153 / 166

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Neighborhood: Melrose

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.