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81 Sylvan Street

Malden, MA 02148

3 beds
2 baths
1,098 sqft
$581 per sqft
1950 build
– on site

A rare gem in Malden’s desirable Forestdale neighborhood is hitting the market for the first time in nearly 40 years! This well-loved home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Designed for easy one-level living, this home features a bright and airy living room with gleaming hardwood floors, a cozy eat-in kitchen and a brand-new oversized deck—perfect for summer BBQs overlooking a spacious backyard. Need extra space? The partially finished basement boasts two generous bonus rooms and a half bath. Recent updates include a luxurious hydro-massage walk-in tub, new heating & cooling system, water heater and a 10-year-young roof. This prime location is just steps from Melrose, minutes to Oak Grove Train Station and MBTA bus stop to Wellington Station. Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Rachel Gallant / Century 21 North East

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 6, 2025 •

MLS# 73341517 —

The Building

Year Built:

1950
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Ranch
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Partially Finished
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Deck - Composite
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck - Composite
Accessibility Features:

Accessible Entrance
Building Area Total:

1098
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

7
Interior Features:

Bonus Room
Living Room Level:

First
Kitchen Level:

First
Family Room Level:

Basement
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

false
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1098
Living Area Source:

Public Record

Location

Directions:

Lebanon St to Sylvan St
Latitude:

42.439807
Longitude:

-71.053404

The Property

Parcel Number:

599041
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size SqFt:

0.22
Zoning:

ResA
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

56729
Tax Annual Amount:

7294
Tax Assessed Value:

624900

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Master Bedroom Level:

First
Bedroom 2 Level:

First
Bedroom 3 Level:

First

Baths

Total Baths:

1.5
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 2 Level:

Basement
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Forestdale
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Paved Drive
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$639,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,421
Taxes	$607
Insurance	$175
Utilities	$354 See report
Total	$4,557/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/5/25 Mar 5, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$639,000

44% of nearby similar homes sold for over asking price

Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $50k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $142k over asking price.

House For Sale

$639,000

Cost Est.

$4,557/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

Rachel Gallant

Century 21 North East

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