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  3. 38 Fifth Street, Medford, MA 02155
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72 Days on market
38 Fifth Street Medford — Photo 1 of 31

38 Fifth Street Medford — Photo 1 of 31

Recent Drop: $75,000

$999,900
$924,900

$924,900

38 Fifth Street, Medford, MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155 — Wellington

Beds

4

Baths

2.5

SqFt

2,740

Style

Single Family

Built

1865

BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO BUYER FINANCING - This single 11-room Victorian/Colonial with 2 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths offers privacy, and yard space. This sun-drenched home features high ceilings, stunning hardwood floors, and 3 full levels of highly versatile living space. A fireplace-warmed entry foyer welcomes you into a spacious living room and an elegant formal dining room also featuring a fireplace. The bright, eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space includes a convenient half bath. The 2nd floor features 3-generously sized bedrooms and ample closet space and a full bath. The expansive 3rd floor provides a 4th bedroom, full bath, and bonus room perfect for a private primary penthouse suite or guest wing. Enjoy your own private backyard, a large 3-season enclosed porch, a private patio for summer BBQs, a storage shed, and 2 dedicated off-street parking spaces. Massive full basement with gas heating system, dedicated laundry and endless storage. Roof was replaced in 2020. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street just minutes from the Wellington T station, major highways, shopping, Boston, and Logan Airport.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$338/sqft
Local Avg (Medford)$515/sqft
34% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Medford, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$999,900
Annual Taxes$6,336

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms11
Fireplaces2
FlooringTile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
ZoningRes

Property & Lot

Acres0.11
SqFt Lot4,636
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Medical Facility • Laundromat • Highway Access • House of Worship

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Bedroom 4Bathroom 3
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
Main,First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail

Dining Room
Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Dining Area, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 4
Lvl Third
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 3
Lvl Third

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Property History

Listed
$924,900

Jul 18, 2026

MLS® 73551820

Price Drop
$924,900

Was $999,900

Jul 6, 2026

MLS® 73533730

Listed
$999,900

Jun 10, 2026

MLS® 73533730

Population

61,730

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$130K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

46.0%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,740 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,636 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Medford, MA market report ZIP 02155 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Maureen Schlegel

Listing Office: Century 21 North East

MLS® Number: 73533730

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