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230 Essex St

230 Essex St, Melrose, MA, 02176

YEAR BUILT

1953

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

12

UNIT SIZE RANGE

575-770 sqft

Description

230 Essex St sits in Melrose, Massachusetts, in the Cedar Park neighborhood. It lies near the intersection of Main Street and Woodland Road. This low-rise building has 1 story with 12 condominium units. Constructed in 1953, it offers a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options. Unit sizes range from 575 to 770 square feet. The price for these units falls between $385,000 and $395,000. The average closed price over the last 12 months is around $390,000. Each square foot sells for about $507. Units generally stay on the market for around 58 days before selling. Some amenities add to the convenience of living here. Residents enjoy laundry facilities, an outdoor pool, and tennis courts. Public transportation and highway access further enhance the location. Nearby recreational spots include Ell Pond and a public pool. Corner units provide lots of natural light and views of the area. Each unit comes with assigned parking spots, and affordable condo fees cover gas heat and hot water. Open-concept floor plans make for a spacious feel inside. Some units may also have glass walls with sliders leading to west-facing balconies. Dining options nearby include Alfredo-Melrose and Wood & Fire, both great for a night out. Turner Seafood Grill is another popular choice. The close proximity to the Cedar Park Commuter Rail Station simplifies travel into the city. A half-mile distance leads to downtown shopping and other attractions.

Building ImageMLS ID #73341584
Building ImageMLS ID #73341584
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230 Essex St

230 Essex St, Melrose, MA, 02176

YEAR BUILT

1953

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

12

UNIT SIZE RANGE

575-770 sqft

Description

230 Essex St sits in Melrose, Massachusetts, in the Cedar Park neighborhood. It lies near the intersection of Main Street and Woodland Road. This low-rise building has 1 story with 12 condominium units. Constructed in 1953, it offers a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options. Unit sizes range from 575 to 770 square feet. The price for these units falls between $385,000 and $395,000. The average closed price over the last 12 months is around $390,000. Each square foot sells for about $507. Units generally stay on the market for around 58 days before selling. Some amenities add to the convenience of living here. Residents enjoy laundry facilities, an outdoor pool, and tennis courts. Public transportation and highway access further enhance the location. Nearby recreational spots include Ell Pond and a public pool. Corner units provide lots of natural light and views of the area. Each unit comes with assigned parking spots, and affordable condo fees cover gas heat and hot water. Open-concept floor plans make for a spacious feel inside. Some units may also have glass walls with sliders leading to west-facing balconies. Dining options nearby include Alfredo-Melrose and Wood & Fire, both great for a night out. Turner Seafood Grill is another popular choice. The close proximity to the Cedar Park Commuter Rail Station simplifies travel into the city. A half-mile distance leads to downtown shopping and other attractions.

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Description

230 Essex St sits in Melrose, Massachusetts, in the Cedar Park neighborhood. It lies near the intersection of Main Street and Woodland Road. This low-rise building has 1 story with 12 condominium units. Constructed in 1953, it offers a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options. Unit sizes range from 575 to 770 square feet. The price for these units falls between $385,000 and $395,000. The average closed price over the last 12 months is around $390,000. Each square foot sells for about $507. Units generally stay on the market for around 58 days before selling. Some amenities add to the convenience of living here. Residents enjoy laundry facilities, an outdoor pool, and tennis courts. Public transportation and highway access further enhance the location. Nearby recreational spots include Ell Pond and a public pool. Corner units provide lots of natural light and views of the area. Each unit comes with assigned parking spots, and affordable condo fees cover gas heat and hot water. Open-concept floor plans make for a spacious feel inside. Some units may also have glass walls with sliders leading to west-facing balconies. Dining options nearby include Alfredo-Melrose and Wood & Fire, both great for a night out. Turner Seafood Grill is another popular choice. The close proximity to the Cedar Park Commuter Rail Station simplifies travel into the city. A half-mile distance leads to downtown shopping and other attractions.

230 Essex St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$399,000($519/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$390,000($507/Sqft.)
Year over year list price00.00%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow 6.02%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market58 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list price00.00%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow6.02%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market58 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Low
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

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230 Essex St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 222277021502025-04-24
MLS#: 73341584 		Closed$395,000
Unit 232377021662024-11-22
MLS#: 73291040 		Closed$385,000
Unit 313177021392024-08-12
MLS#: 73256310 		Closed$415,000
Unit 22
22

2 Beds

1 Baths

770 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-04-24Closed$395,000
MLS#: 73341584
Days On Market50
Unit 23
23

2 Beds

1 Baths

770 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2024-11-22Closed$385,000
MLS#: 73291040
Days On Market66
Unit 31
31

2 Beds

1 Baths

770 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2024-08-12Closed$415,000
MLS#: 73256310
Days On Market39
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Amenities

One of the highlights of living at Pondfield is the array of amenities waiting for you! If you enjoy staying active, you'll appreciate access to tennis courts and nearby golf options. There’s also a lovely pool to cool off on hot days, and outdoor parks pave the way for relaxing strolls or weekend picnics. Need to take care of some laundry? No worries—convenient laundry facilities will make chores a breeze. Plus, with easy highway access and public transportation nearby, getting around town couldn’t be easier.

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Amenities Description

One of the highlights of living at Pondfield is the array of amenities waiting for you! If you enjoy staying active, you'll appreciate access to tennis courts and nearby golf options. There’s also a lovely pool to cool off on hot days, and outdoor parks pave the way for relaxing strolls or weekend picnics. Need to take care of some laundry? No worries—convenient laundry facilities will make chores a breeze. Plus, with easy highway access and public transportation nearby, getting around town couldn’t be easier.

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Parking
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Central AC
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Amenities

Laundry

Laundry

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Balcony

Balcony

Pool

Pool

Policies

Worried about the rules? You’ll be pleased to know that Pondfield At Cedar Park has no restrictive policies. That means more freedom for you to feel at home in your cozy condo!

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
230 Essex St$507/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Pondfield At Cedar Park$507/sqft.$2 /sqft.
33 Vine St$702/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Tiger Shark Condominium$448/sqft.$4 /sqft.
16 Willow St$605/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Station Crossing$605/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 230 Essex St.

St Mary's School

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Private|Grades PK–8
4 Myrtle St|0.47 miles away

Lincoln Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
80 W Wyoming Ave|0.58 miles away

Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
350 Lynn Fells Pkw...|0.62 miles away

Melrose High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Lynn Fells Pkw...|0.64 miles away

Roosevelt Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
253 Vinton St|0.74 miles away

Franklin Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades PK–PK
16 Franklin St|0.95 miles away
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Schools

St Mary's School

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Private|Grades PK–8
4 Myrtle St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Lincoln Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
80 W Wyoming Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
350 Lynn Fells Pkw...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Melrose High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Lynn Fells Pkw...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Roosevelt Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
253 Vinton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Franklin Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades PK–PK
16 Franklin St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Winthrop Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
162 1st St|1.25 Miles Away

Horace Mann Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
40 Damon Ave|1.33 Miles Away

Colonial Park Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades PK–4
30 Avalon Rd|1.46 Miles Away

Hoover Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
37 Glendower Rd|1.57 Miles Away

Stoneham High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
149 Franklin St|1.91 Miles Away

Forestdale

B-
Public|Grades KG–8
74 Sylvan St|1.98 Miles Away

Greater Boston Academy

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Private|Grades PK–8
108 Pond St|2.04 Miles Away

Greenwood

A-
Public|Grades KG–4
1030 Main St|2.15 Miles Away

Kinder Care Learning Center

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Private|Grades PK–KG
136 Franklin St|2.26 Miles Away

Malden Early Learning Center

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
257 Mountain Ave|2.52 Miles Away

South Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades PK–4
11 Summer St|2.57 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

Grove St @ Main St

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

Grove St @ Walnut St

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Grove St opp Linwood Ave

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Grove St @ Linwood Ave

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Grove St @ Lebanon St

0.8 miles away|16 min walk

238 Main St

0.84 miles away|17 min walk
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Transit

Grove St @ Main St

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

Grove St @ Walnut St

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Grove St opp Linwood Ave

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Grove St @ Linwood Ave

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Grove St @ Lebanon St

0.8 miles away|16 min walk

238 Main St

0.84 miles away|17 min walk

910 Main St

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

Grove St @ Gooch St

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

Grove St @ Faxon St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Franklin St @ Albion St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Franklin St @ Ashland St

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

Franklin St @ Pratt St

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

Franklin St opp Greenwood St

1 miles away|20 min walk

Franklin St @ Greenwood St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

Franklin St @ Vinton St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

Franklin St @ Apthorp Rd

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Grove St opp Argyle St

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Grove St @ Argyle St

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

Franklin St @ Warren St

1.11 miles away|22 min walk

Franklin St @ Woodland Ave

1.13 miles away|22 min walk

Grove St opp Florence Ave

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Grove St @ Florence Ave

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Franklin St @ Botolph St

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Grove St opp Goss Ave

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

Grove St @ Swains Pond Ave

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

166 Laurel St

1.35 miles away|26 min walk

167 Laurel St

1.36 miles away|26 min walk

East St opp Sheffield Rd

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

East St @ Enmore Rd

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

East St @ Upham St

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

184 Laurel St

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

183 Laurel St

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

3 Woodland Rd

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

229 Laurel St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

377 Washington St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

349 Washington St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Highland Ave @ E Border Rd

2.24 miles away|43 min walk

Highland Ave @ Blomerth St

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

Greenwood

2.34 miles away|45 min walk

Highland Ave @ Circle Rd

2.42 miles away|47 min walk

Greenwood - Main St @ Forest St

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

550 Main St

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

Highland Ave @ Glenwood St

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

Greenwood - Main St @ Walton Pl

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

617 Highland Ave

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

Clifton St @ Cedar St

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

Clifton St @ Kernwood St

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

Clifton St @ Dexter St

2.59 miles away|50 min walk

Clifton St @ Highland Ave

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

814 Main St

2.72 miles away|53 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 230 Essex St

Downtown is the central business and civic hub of the town. The area has shops, cafes, restaurants, and small theaters within easy walking distance. It contains municipal buildings, banks, and professional offices for daily errands. The district also features small parks, public plazas, and seasonal markets for gatherings. Local grocers, pharmacies, and a few medical clinics serve basic needs. The area links to regional transportation with bus routes and commuter rail lines, and it sits near major roads with bike lanes and parking garages.

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Neighbourhood Description

Downtown is the central business and civic hub of the town. The area has shops, cafes, restaurants, and small theaters within easy walking distance. It contains municipal buildings, banks, and professional offices for daily errands. The district also features small parks, public plazas, and seasonal markets for gatherings. Local grocers, pharmacies, and a few medical clinics serve basic needs. The area links to regional transportation with bus routes and commuter rail lines, and it sits near major roads with bike lanes and parking garages.

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230 Essex St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

15.43%

15–29 Years

15.74%

30–44 Years

22.91%

45–59 Years

20.55%

60+ Years

25.37%

Commute

19.83%

Transit

2.14%

Walk

59.65%

Drive

0.51%

Bike

Housing Ownership

60.61%

Owner Occupied

39.39%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
31.13%
Multi Family
3.87%
Single Person
34.68%
Multi Person
65.32%

Average Income

Household:$10,545,349.23 /yr

Individual:$5,731,795.49 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree33.44%
High School College16.78%
Diploma7.33%
Post Graduate26.5%
Others15.96%
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Education

Diploma7.33%
Post Graduate26.5%
Others15.96%
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