Active
New
287 Swains Pond Ave
Melrose MA, 02176
$1,175,000
$469.62 per sqft
Active
New
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,502 sqft
Residential
Built in 1801
Perched on the shores of Towners Pond, this warm and inviting 5-bedroom, 2-bath Colonial offers classic charm, scenic beauty, and a spacious layout. Hardwood floors throughout enhance the home's character, while breathtaking water views can be enjoyed from the kitchen, living room, dining room, primary bedroom as well as other rooms in the house. The first floor boasts an open-concept living and dining area, a beamed-ceiling office, dual staircases, a bright and airy family room along with a large mudroom. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious primary bedroom that includes a beautiful dressing room. With all 5 bedrooms on the 2nd floor, this home has ample space for everyone. There are two full baths upstairs along with access to the large walk-up attic. The enclosed front porch is bathed in natural sunlight, while the back porch is the perfect spot to take in the tranquil pond view. With its picturesque setting and generous space, this home is the perfect blend of urban- suburban living.
73343677
MLSⓇ ID
March 11, 2025
Listed
March 12, 2025
Updated
Interior Features
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Interior Features
Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Vestibule, Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Sconce, Dressing Room, Mud Room, Home Office, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry Description
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Floor Description
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Fireplace
No
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Window Unit(s)
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Hot Water, Oil
Basement
Yes
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.35 Acres
Exterior Features
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Garden
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Sewer
Public Sewer
Patio And Porch
Porch, Porch - Enclosed
Window
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Other Property Details
Taxes
$9,850
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
1
Garage
No
Parking
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Parking Total
4
View
Yes
View Description
Scenic View(s)
County
Middlesex
Water Source
Public
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Waterfront, Pond, Access, Direct Access
Utilities
for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Zoning
SRA
Open House Schedule
Sat, Mar 15th
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
Sun, Mar 16th
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
Courtesy of Tina Crowley, Compass
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