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Listing broker remarks

This Garrison style home has been lovingly maintained by the original family since it was built in 1963. The seven-room property is situated on a fantastic 8,873 square foot level lot. The oversized, eat-in, kitchen features ample cabinets, two double closets for additional storage, and direct access to the deck for outside enjoyment. Relax in the inviting front-to-back living room featuring a bay window, fireplace and hardwood floors. An additional bay window and hardwood floors add character to the dining room. Head up stairs and you will find four good-sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bath. Additional features include central air, new windows, recently updated 100 amp circuit breakers with the flexibility to upgrade to 200 amp. Ideally located with super accessibility to downtown Melrose, the Commuter Rail and Oak Grove Station. A bus stop is just around the corner. Potential to finish the basement. Make this home's next chapter yours!— Brad Hutchinson Real Estate

Key details

  • 1,926 sq ft
  • 8,873 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1963 built
  • $399 / sq ft
  • $7,586 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠5⁠6⁠8⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
96 Converse Lane
Town
Melrose, MA
ZIP
02176

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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.