87 College Avenue, Medford
Let the Sunshine In — Roomy, Ready & Right Near Tufts
Super Convenient to Somerville & Major Arteries
1,827 sqft | 5 beds | 2 full baths | 1 half bath | 2-3 car driveway + 1 car garage |
Asking $1,075,000
This updated Victorian-era single-family home in Medford blends traditional structure with thoughtful updates and standout outdoor space. With 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,000 square feet of finished living area (including two full bedrooms and a full bath on the third floor), there's room for everyone.
The layout is classic: separate living and dining rooms, a straightforward kitchen, and bedrooms spread across the upper floors. But the feel inside is surprisingly open and light, thanks to wide picture windows at the front and rear and glass doors that draw your eye into the backyard. In the late afternoon, natural light pours into the dining room, making everyday meals feel a little more special.
Instead of trend-chasing finishes, you’ll find clean, practical spaces and a deep list of behind-the-scenes upgrades: a brand-new roof (2025), tankless hot water system (2024), Mitsubishi mini-split system for heating and cooling (2025), and triple-pane energy-efficient windows (2024). The electrical system was upgraded to 200 amps, and there's a cutoff ready for the hot tub, which was installed in late 2023. All kitchen and laundry appliances are newer as well.
While the basement isn't finished, it features excellent ceiling height and offers future potential.
The fully fenced backyard is a standout feature — unusually generous for a single-family home in this location. It’s framed by a majestic tree canopy and has been thoughtfully planted with blueberry bushes, grapes, raspberries, a cherry tree, and even a self-pollinating nectarine. There's a hot tub ready for winter soaking and plenty of room to install a patio or garden beds.
Parking is easy with a detached garage (great for storage or a small car) and a long driveway that fits up to 4 cars (if you park one car inside the fence). Street parking is also available nearby with a Medford permit.
The location offers the best of both city access and neighborhood calm. Tufts is just up the street, and with the Green Line extension nearby, getting into Somerville, Cambridge, or Boston is straightforward. You're also close to Medford Square, Davis Square, and the Mystic River for walking, kayaking, or simply getting some air. If you're a commuter, quick access to I-93 makes weekend getaways to Vermont, Maine, or New Hampshire remarkably easy.
From the fruit trees to the updated systems, this home is ready for its next chapter — and it’s a rare opportunity to own a single-family in this part of Medford with this much done, and this much potential still on the table.
5 true bedrooms / 2.5 baths across 3 finished levels
Approx. 2,000 sq ft of living area (public record + 3rd floor)
Major updates:
New roof (2025)
Triple-pane windows (2024)
Tankless hot water (2024)
Mini-split heat + A/C (2025)
200 amp electrical
Fully fenced backyard w/hot tub, tree canopy + edible landscaping
Full-height basement w/future potential
Garage + driveway parking for 3–4 cars
Near Tufts, Green Line, Davis Sq, Medford Sq, Mystic River paths
Front + rear picture windows and glass doors invite excellent light
All new kitchen appliances
Available for private showings Thursday (9/18), Friday (9/19), Saturday (9/20)
OPEN HOUSE Sunday - 12-2 pm
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