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$1,299,000
4 Beds 3 Baths
HOA
N/A
SQFT
2709
36 Lake Avenue
Melrose, MA 02176
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Property Description

Wake to serene water views from your primary suite in this captivating 1907 Victorian, then settle into the sitting room with coffee and the morning light streaming through those amazing windows. Two minutes away, Bohemian Coffeehouse awaits with the best blueberry muffins this side of Maine. Your commute to Boston? Twenty minutes via the commuter rail, just a block away. The real magic happens when guests arrive. They step into your lush, dreamy gardens and stunning patio—a hidden oasis that feels transported to another world entirely. Suddenly, you're the one hosting the dinner parties everyone talks about. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create warmth throughout. The spa-inspired primary en-suite offers your own restorative retreat. A dedicated home office and bonus exercise room adapt to how you actually live. Solar panels and an EV charger blend seamlessly with timeless character. This refined Victorian doesn't just house a life—it invites you to live it fully.

Property Details

Amenities

  • House of Worship
  • Medical Facility
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Swimming Pool
  • Tennis Court

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 27'7"X11'2"
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Balcony / Deck, Ceiling - Vaulted, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wet bar
  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood, Washer
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15'8"X10'11"
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 4'7"X2'1"
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 10'1"X7'4"
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 19'1"X7'4"
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16'11"X11'1"
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15'6"X11'7"
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11X10'10"
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27'8"X15'2"
  • Living Room Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16'10"X10'11"
  • Family Room Level: Third Floor
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Laundry Room Features: Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Utilities

  • Heating: Ductless Mini-Split System, Forced Air, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 8

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2709
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Accessability Features: No

Construction

  • Year Built: 1907
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Victorian
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Patio

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73497398
  • Last Updated: 04/07/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Seller's Representative: Kate Cote, Leading Edge Real Estate
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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