
25 Stearns Ave Medford — Photo 1 of 30
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,144
Style
Single Family
Built
1927
Rare single family, 3-bedroom colonial in vibrant Medford neighborhood. Just a short walk to both Tufts University and the Tufts Green Line stop. Also walkable to Davis Square on the the Red Line. Inviting enclosed front porch perfect for sipping your morning coffee or lingering with a good book. Spacious living room with gas fireplace. Dining room with classic features like built-in china cabinet and elegant chair rails. New luxury vinyl flooring throughout first floor. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms, bathroom with bathtub, and hallway with vaulted ceilings and skylight. Level and private fenced back yard with composite decking. Wood exterior (Rhino Shield in 2019 with 20 year warranty), newer roof. Driveway parking for 2 cars. Easy access to Route 16, I-93 and Route 2. This is a unique opportunity- don't miss it!
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Medford, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Conservation Area • House of Worship • T-Station
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Vinyl
Dining Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Vinyl, Chair Rail
Kitchen
Lvl FirstFlooring - Vinyl
Primary Bedroom
Lvl SecondFlooring - Wood
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondFlooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl SecondPopulation
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
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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: 572 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,144 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 3,751 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.
Listing Agent: Melinda Johnson
Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS® Number: 73581661
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