Address
18 Roosevelt Rd, Medford, MA
Price
$ 1,995,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#73547868
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMIDDLESEX
- CityMedford
- Zip02155
- Style
- Year Built1980
- Taxes$ 8571
- Price$ 1,995,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3600
- Lot Size0.14 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Welcome to "The Rock" at 18 Roosevelt Rd — a masterwork of "Eloquent Simplicity" born from the owner's close personal friendship with renowned modernist architect Pietro Belluschi.Literally carved from a solid granite ledge, this remarkable 4-level home — a hybrid of split-level and split-entry design — exists in total harmony with its natural surroundings. The exterior is sheathed in solid concrete "armor" engineered for ultimate fire resistance and structural permanence, a testament to Belluschi's engineering-first philosophy of building that endures.Step outside and you'll think this home was just built — the exterior and windows present in impeccable, like-new condition. But "The Rock" offers something new construction simply cannot: decades of thoughtful refinement where every engineering kink has been identified and resolved. This is better than new.Inside, a vast 1,500+ SF common area forms the beating heart of the home, with dramatic sightlines to both the bedroom level above and the sunroom below — an intentional design keeping family always within reach. Six skylights pour natural light throughout, while seamless Travertine floors — the same premium stone found in the Vatican and Belluschi's own Juilliard School — anchor every room with quiet, timeless grandeur. The signature arched-window sunroom dissolves the boundary between interior and garden, while the Italian kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and professional appliances delivers both beauty and function. Four bedrooms include a primary suite with cathedral wood-beamed ceilings and a spa-inspired marble bath. The finished lower level adds a private office with fireplace, second kitchen, and wine cellar.Outside, a massive private patio with brick fireplace and barbecue overlooks 13,000 SF of protected land. Steps from the 2,500-acre Middlesex Fells Reservation with Boston skyline views, and minutes to MBTA access, Tufts University, and the city beyond."The Rock" — Roman materials, modernist vision, and nature in rare, unrepeatable harmony.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Roberts Elementary | Andrews Middle | Medford High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Listed $1,995,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment |
| Cooling | Central Air,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment |
| Utilities | for Gas Range,for Electric Oven,for Gas Dryer,Washer Hookup,Icemaker Connection |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Washer,Dryer,Water Treatment,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,ENER |
| Zoning | SF2 |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Architectural Style | Other (See Remarks) |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| Electric | 110 Volts,220 Volts,100 Amp Service |
| Levels | Multi/Split |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Parcel Number | M:H09 B:0091 L:0000,633180 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Medical Facility,Conservation Area,Highway Access,University |
| County | Middlesex |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Energy Efficient | Attic Vent Elec.,Thermostat |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Forest Street to Roosevelt |
| High School | Medford |
| City | Medford |
| Disclosures | Finished Living area by town is significantly less than actual as-built |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6070 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Roberts Elementary |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Tax Annual Amount | 8571 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Andrews Middle |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Fourth Floor |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 993200 |
| Certified Treated | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Kitchen,Central Vacuum,Wet Bar,Walk-up Attic,Finish - Cement Plaster,Internet Available - Broadband |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Marble,Hardwood,Stone / Slate |
| Total Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Living Room |
| Kitchen Level | Third |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Insulated Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3600 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | First Floor,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Living Room Level | Third |
| LivingAreaSource | Measured |
| Kitchen Features | Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Yes |
| Living Room Features | Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan |
| Bedroom 4 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood |
| Bedroom 3 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood |
| Dining Room Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood |
| Family Room Level | Third |
| Family Room Features | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Wet Bar,Exterior Access |
| Dining Room Level | Third |
| Bedroom 4 Level | Fourth Floor |
| Bedroom 3 Level | Fourth Floor |
| Second Bedroom Level | Fourth Floor |
| Bathroom 1 Level | Fourth Floor |
| Bathroom 2 Level | Fourth Floor |
| Bathroom 3 Level | Second |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Attached,Under,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Wooded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.14 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Granite,Irregular |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 3600 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.14 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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