On a gracious rise along Melrose’s East Side stands one of the city’s defining Colonial Revival residences, a home of uncommon pedigree and enduring architectural distinction.This estate announces itself in measured flourishes—Corinthian columns, dentil and deeply carved crown moldings, a portico approached with quiet ceremony—before yielding to an interior that feels both composed and alive. A bridal staircase arcs upward with theatrical ease; woodwork gleams; a dining room mural lingers like a remembered season. Across more than fifteen rooms and six-plus bedrooms, the proportions invite not only admiration but use: rooms for gathering, for retreat, for the gentle rituals of daily life. Beyond, the grounds unfold as a private resort— heated pool, pergola, and a sweep of green—watched over by a porch off the library. With central air, a three-car garage, and proximity to downtown Melrose, it is a house of consequence, ready to be lived in fully.
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Last Checked: June 10th, 2026 at 5:18am (Source: MLS PIN #73492557)
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Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Listing ID73492557
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$1,899,000 ($286.04/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityMelrose
CountyMiddlesex
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking3
ZoningURA
Year Built1908
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Handicap Access / Features0
Interior Features for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Approximate Living Area Total6639
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms15
Bedrooms7
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric220 Volts
Exterior Features for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.54
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)23418
Total Parking14 (3 Garage)
Garage Parking3
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water ViewsNo
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront Features
Pool FeaturesAssociation
Horse Permitted0
Horse Amenities
Disclosures for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Lead PaintNone
UFFINo
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
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Financial Information for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax18520
Tax Year2025
Assessed Value$1,870,700
Location Information for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Elementary SchoolApply
Middle SchoolMvmms
High SchoolMhs
Neighborhood(s)
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176