FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
24 Richardson Ave # 1, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
$2,300/mo
About this home
Rarely does a rental of this size become available! Welcome to an exceptionally spacious first-floor apartment that offers the space, flexibility, and comfort of a single-family home. This oversized one-bedroom residence is anything but ordinary, featuring an expansive eat-in kitchen with plenty of room to gather, a separate formal dining room perfect for entertaining or everyday dining, and multiple bonus spaces ideal for one or even two home offices, a fitness area, reading nook, or creative studio. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout, adding timeless character and warmth to every room while the versatile floor plan provides endless possibilities to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy the convenience of easy first-floor living, laundry in the basement, and abundant off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Ideally located in one of Wakefield's most desirable neighborhoods, you'll enjoy easy access to vibrant downtown Wakefield, where you'll find an excellent selection of local restaurants, cafés, shops, and everyday conveniences. Spend your evenings strolling around beautiful Lake Quannapowitt, take advantage of nearby parks and recreational opportunities, or enjoy an easy commute with convenient access to major highways and the Wakefield commuter rail station, providing direct service into Boston. Apartments offering this much space, character, flexibility, and such an exceptional location are exceptionally rare—making this an opportunity you won't want to miss. Available for immediate occupancy. No pets permitted.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Aug 6, 2026
$2,300
Original listing
Agent: Christie Kane
Office: Bella View Realty Group, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,300 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1880
Living Area
850 sq ft
Lot Size
99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Gardener
Security Deposit
$2,300
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Oil, Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Basement, In Building, Dryer Hookups In Unit
Features
Internet Available - Satellite
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area square footage provided from owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
850 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
850 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Satellite
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Basement, In Building, Dryer Hookups in Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Oil, Baseboard
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Wakefield School District local
A-
School Safety
2024-25
0.5%
Low
0.5%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
5.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
0.7 mi
128 students
Moderate
Grades PK
B+
Walton School
0.7 mi
|
#293 of 824
|
Score: 51.0
Improved 131 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
218 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-04
A-
Woodville School
1.2 mi
|
#192 of 824
|
Score: 55.5
Improved 38 spots from last year
-2.7 below state avg
456 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-04
A
Dolbeare School
1.2 mi
|
#153 of 824
|
Score: 57.0
Improved 41 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
443 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-04
A-
Greenwood School
1.6 mi
|
#194 of 824
|
Score: 55.4
Improved 55 spots from last year
-2.8 below state avg
227 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Galvin Middle School
0.2 mi
|
#79 of 352
|
Score: 52.1
Improved 5 spots from last year
-6.1 below state avg
1,056 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
High Schools
4 schools
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
0.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Nazareth Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
1.5 mi
|
#79 of 346
|
Score: 62.6
Improved 16 spots from last year
+4.4 above state avg
854 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 1,930 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B+
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School
1.6 mi
|
#141 of 346
|
Score: 56.5
Improved 81 spots from last year
-1.7 below state avg
1,381 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,818 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
24 Richardson Ave # 1, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Christie Kane
Listing Office
Bella View Realty Group, LLC
Office Phone
857-321-2972
Agent MLS ID
BB922313
Office MLS ID
AN7585
Listing Data Updated
Aug 6, 2026 4:57 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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