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205 Salem Street, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880
$550,000
Est. $2,927/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,998
Sq Ft
$275
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1920
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73161282

About this home

Welcome to Wakefield...Great opportunity to own this charming bungalow situated on a corner lot. Wonderful enclosed natural light filled porch with storm windows leading into a charming 1920 detailed home. Beautiful hardwood flooring, French doors leading into a living room with a wood burning brick fireplace, wood mantle and side lights. Natural woodwork, glass door knobs, dining area with two built in corner cabinets. Eat in kitchen, full tiled bath and two bedrooms. Second floor consists of a large space, used as a bedroom with closets and eave storage. Large basement area, finished in the past and used for entertaining. Sink in laundry area, Weil McLain furnace, walkout basement. Replacement windows, new roof shingles 2018. Fully fenced corner lot with a detached garage. Driveway on Houston Street. Great location, close to major routes. So much potential...incorporate some improvements to make it your own! Showings begin at first OH Thursday 9/21 4:30-6:00 Don't Miss This One

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $529,900
Final Sale Price: $550,000
Difference: +$20,100 (+3.8%)
Performance Metrics
103.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $265
Sale $/sq ft: $275
This property sold for $275 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,998 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater, Range
Interior Features
Closet, Breezeway, Mud Room, Foyer, Sun Room, Game Room
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.14 acres
Lot Size
6,107 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1400
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$5,735
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$488,900
Parcel Number
820924
Zoning
SR

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Estate-limited knowledge about the property, same owner 65 years. House to be sold "as is"... Buyer and/or Buyer Agent responsible for their own due diligence. Pool Table and Ping Pong Table to remain. Town replacing water lines on the street and in the area-many cones, barrels & detours-Be Careful!
Exclusions
Dining Chandelier To Be Replaced With A Hanging Light Fixture. Refrigerator To Be Removed.

Location

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Neighborhood

205 Salem Street, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Dolbeare
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Middle School
Galvin Middle
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High School
Wakefield High
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $478
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

3.7%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 31, 2023
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
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Listed for Sale
Sep 20, 2023
$529,900
Original listing
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 20, 2023 New Listing Added $529,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$275

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $5,735 $488,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,735
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$488,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mary DelRossi
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0509237
Office MLS ID AN4887

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