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42 Hancock Rd, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880
$706,000
Est. $3,758/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,710
Sq Ft
$413
Price/Sq Ft
0.20
Acres
1950
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73354484

About this home

Opportunity knocks for the contractor,handy person, or Buyers looking for a great neighborhood and are willing to do some work! This 7 Room 4 Bedroom Gambrel Cape is located in a great Lakeside/ Dolbeare School neighborhood. Has been in the same family for years and awaits new owner's updates and ideas to bring it to life. Hardwood flooring, 2 full bathrooms. Some updates have been done including roof, gutters and windows, vinyl siding. Attached garage through breezeway off kitchen. Walk to Lake and Dolbeare. Perfect for handy Buyers looking to build some equity and live in one of Wakefield's most desired locations. Make your appointment to see privately or come by Open Houses Saturday and Sunday 11:30-1:00.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $706,000
Difference: +$6,100 (+0.9%)
Performance Metrics
100.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $409
Sale $/sq ft: $413
This property sold for $413 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 10 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
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,710 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Breezeway
Laundry Features
In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Block
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.20 acres
Lot Size
8,925 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2000
Frontage Length
90 ft

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

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

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,931
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$698,800
Parcel Number
823067
Zoning
SR

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Estate Sale. Being sold as is. Limited info on ages of systems. All appliances included as gifts. Kitchen needs renovation.

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Hancock Rd, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Dolbeare
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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $661
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

20.7%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73381176
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2025
$883,000
MLS #73381176
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Sold
Apr 25, 2025
$706,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Apr 3, 2025
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Stephen Conroy Office: Boardwalk Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 27, 2025 Sold $883,000 —
Apr 3, 2025 New Listing Added $699,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$413

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,931 $698,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,931
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$698,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Stephen Conroy
Listing Office Boardwalk Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0387977
Office MLS ID B30601

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