36 Lake Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176

Melrose
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
36 Lake Avenue,Melrose, MA 02176
$1,299,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,709 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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  • Sat, Apr 11
    11:30 am - 01:00 pm
  • Sun, Apr 12
    11:30 am - 01:00 pm
Listed by: kate cote
Office: leading edge real estate
MLS#:73497398
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$1,299,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$479.51

About this home

Wake to serene water views from your primary suite in this captivating 1907 Victorian, then settle into the sitting room with coffee and the morning light streaming through those amazing windows. Two minutes away, Bohemian Coffeehouse awaits with the best blueberry muffins this side of Maine. Your commute to Boston? Twenty minutes via the commuter rail, just a block away. The real magic happens when guests arrive. They step into your lush, dreamy gardens and stunning patio—a hidden oasis that feels transported to another world entirely. Suddenly, you're the one hosting the dinner parties everyone talks about. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create warmth throughout. The spa-inspired primary en-suite offers your own restorative retreat. A dedicated home office and bonus exercise room adapt to how you actually live. Solar panels and an EV charger blend seamlessly with timeless character. This refined Victorian doesn't just house a life—it invites you to live it fully.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1907
  • Listing ID #:73497398
  • Updated:April 10, 2026 at 10:31 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:11
  • Flooring:Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl, Hardwood, Tile
  • Dining Description:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Description:Balcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dishwasher, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Basement Description:Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Living area:2,709 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:3 Cooling Zones, Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating:Ductless, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1907
  • Building area:2,709 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.21 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Victorian
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Garden, Patio
  • Foundation Description:Stone

Schools

  • High school:Mhs
  • Middle school:Mvmms
  • Elementary school:Apply - See Mps

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,299,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$479.51
  • Tax amount:$10,405 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Amenities:Wet Bar, Wired For Sound

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:8
  • Parking description:Detached, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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