286 Porter Street

Melrose MA 02176

2973 sq. ft.

11552 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Last sold for $1,260,500

Paul DiPietro, last sold this property on 03 September 2026 after 50 days on market.

Overview

What if your next home combined the timeless charm of a classic American Four Square Colonial w/the flexibility to adapt to your lifestyle for years to come? Beautifully expanded over the yrs & filled w/ natural light, this distinctive 4 BR, 3 full & 2 half bath home is ideally situated in Melrose's sought-after Bellevue neighborhood. The sun-filled family room opens to a composite deck overlooking the expansive backyard ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Adding to its versatility, a rare elevator connects the main & lower levels. A thoughtfully finished lower level offers a 4th BR suite, full bath, refreshment area w/sink, fridge, dishwasher, disposal, laundry & direct access to the stone patio & backyard. Whether you're seeking addl living space, a guest retreat, or flexibility for changing needs, this home offers possibilities that are difficult to find. Offering timeless character, modern convenience & thoughtful design, this home is designed to adapt to the way you live.

Features

4 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

7 carspaces

6 open car spaces

1 garage space

2973 sq. ft. floor area

11552 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Melrose over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 286 Porter Street is $1.14m.

Median value

$1.14m

Estimated value range

$600k - $1.9m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

11%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Melrose. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 286 Porter Street

2026

Sold

$1,260,500

03 Sep 2026 by Paul DiPietro, of REMAX Beacon | Beverly

1996

Sold

$251,000

14 Jun 1996 by Ainsley Donaldson, of RE/MAX Heritage, LLC

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