Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $999,999 on Dec 18, 2025
21 RENDALL PL
MELROSE, MA 02176
8
Beds
3
Baths
2,585 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$999,999 · Dec 18, 2025
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$950,000
LASHER REALTY TRUST · recorded Dec 18, 2025
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,564 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$865,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$427,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$437,700
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
Melrose High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
District: Melrose School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02176These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,986
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,427 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
21 Rendall Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 85% of homes in Oak Grove / Pine Banks
- Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
- Older than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in Melrose 02176
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose 02176.
Living area2,585 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,879 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 80% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger
Bigger than 47% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1926Newer
Newer than 34% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Oak Grove / Pine Banks | Melrose 02176 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,585 ft² | 85% of homes | 80% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 55% of homes | 47% of homes | 26% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 29% of homes | 34% of homes | 15% of homes |
About 21 Rendall Pl
When did 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA last sell?
21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA last sold on Dec 18, 2025 for $999,999, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA?
21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA has 8 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,585 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.
When was 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA built?
21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA?
21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Melrose High School (high), rated A+; Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Melrose School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA compare to other homes in Melrose 02176?
Among the 8,581 homes in Melrose 02176, it is bigger than 80% of them (2,585 ft² against a typical 1,879 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1900 against a typical 1926). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA was $8,564. The county assessed it at $865,000.
More homes on Rendall Pl
- 4 Rendall Pl$695K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,139 ft² · Sold $670K · Jun 2025
- 2 Rendall Pl6 bd · 2 ba · 2,160 ft² · Sold $335K · Sep 2011
- 17 Rendall Pl # 196 bd · 2 ba · 2,526 ft² · Sold $520K · Dec 2010
- 11 Rendall Pl # 134 bd · 2 ba · 3,051 ft² · Sold May 1998
- 9 Rendall Pl$842K3 bd · 2 ba · 2,368 ft² · Sold $130K · Dec 1997
- 16 Rendall Pl # 185 bd · 2 ba · 2,760 ft² · Sold Sep 1997
Closest homes
- 17 Rendall Pl # 1949 ft · 6 bd · 2 ba · 2,526 ft² · Sold $520K · Dec 2010
- 59 Mystic Ave$765K87 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,043 ft² · Sold $113K · Sep 1996
- 63 Mystic Ave$764K75 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,476 ft² · Sold $149K · Sep 1993
- 11 Rendall Pl # 13100 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 3,051 ft² · Sold May 1998
- 105 Lynde St # 107146 ft · 6 bd · 2 ba · 2,585 ft² · Sold $1.1M · Feb 2025
- 101 Lynde St # 103143 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,200 ft² · Sold Apr 1993
- 69 Mystic Ave$882K114 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,404 ft² · Sold $850K · Jun 2025
- 16 Rendall Pl # 18135 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,760 ft² · Sold Sep 1997
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- 127 Larchmont Rd$1.6M4 bd · 3 ba · 3,788 ft² · Sold $1.5M · Jul 2026
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- 389 Porter St$975K3 bd · 2 ba · 2,626 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Jul 2026
- 56 Orchard Ln$993K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,588 ft² · Sold $1000K · Jul 2026
- 21 Vista St$875K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,186 ft² · Sold $860K · Jul 2026
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