8 Stratford Rd

4,115 Sq. Ft.
$340 / Sq. Ft.
4,115
Sq. Ft.
$340
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Classic 1900's Colonial dripping with quality craftmanship & period details...offering 12 + rooms & 4 levels of living space! Enter this home & be wowed by the gracious foyer boasting a bridal staircase highlighted by hardwood floors, a curved banister, original moldings & a bank of windows! The 1st fl features 6 rms; look left & find a stunning living room showcasing a working fireplace, original carved mantle & 2 french doors leading to the big sunroom/familyroom encased by a ribbon of 15 windows...allowing... Classic 1900's Colonial dripping with quality craftmanship & period details...offering 12 + rooms & 4 levels of living space! Enter this home & be wowed by the gracious foyer boasting a bridal staircase highlighted by hardwood floors, a curved banister, original moldings & a bank of windows! The 1st fl features 6 rms; look left & find a stunning living room showcasing a working fireplace, original carved mantle & 2 french doors leading to the big sunroom/familyroom encased by a ribbon of 15 windows...allowing natural, warm light to stream through! To the right is a bright & inviting dining room embellished with wainscotting & french doors opening to a sweet breakfast room. Through the diningroom find the origianl butlers pantry and the bright white kitchen featuring HW floors, stainless, granite & a built-in bench with hooks. From the kitchen step out into the large sreened-in porch surrounded by twinkling lights...another room in the warm weather...offering dining alfresco & protected outdoor living! A dedicated in-home office with beamed celings & bookcases, another staircase leading to the 2nd level & half bath complete the first floor. Upstairs find a wall of original built-ins, an updated full bath, 3 bdrms all with good closets, and the primary suite boasting another full bath and walk-in closet featuring more original built-ins! Need more space?...The 3rd level offers 2 more heated bedrms & 3/4 bath...perfect for teenagers, out-of-town guests, in-laws or another in-home office space! The lower level boasts a large recreation room & additional rms & spaces for an in-home gym, wine cellar, storage & a big laundry room! Outside boasts a 2 car garage & ample parking & a large fenced-in rear yard...offering a perfect mix of sun and shade, ideal for entertaining, gardening, pets & play! Sited in a top Eastside neighborhood and convienent to so many amenities; Melrose Square & the Commuter rail (approx 10 min walk), the Common Park is 2 blocks away, Bellevue CC & Whole Foods are nearby & the MBTA bus is steps away. This warm & inviting home excudes casual elegance, accented by eye-catching period details, architectural integrity, & multiple flex spaces...aren't you glad you waited?...This is a true forever home!! Love where you live...Melrose...a vibrant city with a small town feel...7 Miles to Boston!

Listing Agent

  1. Lorraine Gately

    Lorraine Gately

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 8 Stratford Road

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

Amenities

  • Working Fireplace
  • Crown Mouldings
  • Decorative Mouldings
  • Built-Ins
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Double Staircase
  • Ceramic Floors
LISTING UPDATED: 12/05/2022 06:16 PM

Property Details for 8 Stratford Road

StatusSold
Days on Market-
Taxes$12,525 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS Type-
Year Built1909
Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,498 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 8 Stratford Road

Stories-Year Built1909Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,498 SF

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$7,867 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,823

Property Taxes

$1,044

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Stratford Road

Features
Interior Features
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6

Property History for 8 Stratford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311475327

$775,000
Jun 27, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311475326

$775,000
Jun 27, 2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71204038

$775,000
May 16, 2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71204038

May 16, 2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71204038

Mar 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71204038

$849,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311475327

$775,000
06/27/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311475326

$775,000
06/27/2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71204038

$775,000
05/16/2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71204038

05/16/2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71204038

03/22/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71204038

$849,900

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Public Records for 8 Stratford Road

Taxable ValueLand$502,200Additions$872,500Total$1,374,700
Tax Record2025$13,610 ($1,134 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,115 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,115 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,456 SqFtStories2Lot Size17,498 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0E8 P:0000048Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Stratford Road

This home is within Melrose School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hoover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Winthrop Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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