FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
18 Forest Street, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880 • Greenwood
$437,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$415,000
Final Sale Price:
$437,000
Difference:
+$22,000 (+5.3%)
Performance Metrics
105.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$235
Sale $/sq ft:
$247
This property sold for $247 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$247/sq ft
Area Median
$470/sq ft
Difference
47.5%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
A short stroll to the commuter rail, bus, Greenwood Plaza with its shops and restaurants, Greenwood Elementary School and Crystal Lake, this well-maintained Raised Ranch features four bedrooms, one full bath and one three quarter bath. The main level has hardwood floors and includes a spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area which opens directly into the kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bath. The three season porch adjacent to the kitchen is a private and wonderful spot to have dinner and enjoy the change of seasons. Additional living space in the finished lower level offers the opportunity for another bedroom or office and a newer three quarter bath! Additional features include a low-maintenance yard with seasonal plantings and a one car garage under with storage. This move-in ready home is a must see!
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Property History
Market Insights
70.1%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73588784
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 9, 2026
$699,000
MLS #73588784 - Active
Sold
Oct 31, 2016
$437,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
Listed for Sale
Sep 7, 2016
$415,000
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Howitt
Office: Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
Previous Transaction - MLS #70617074
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 23, 2007
$343,500
MLS #70617074
Previous Transaction - MLS #30384156
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 28, 2000
$209,000
MLS #30384156
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $699,000 | - | - | MLS #73588784 - Active |
| 10/31/2016 | ✓ Sold | $437,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/07/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $415,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/23/2007 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $343,500 | - | - | MLS #70617074 |
| 04/28/2000 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $209,000 | - | - | MLS #30384156 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $4,561 | $338,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,561
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$338,100
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1960
Living Area
1,768 sq ft
Lot Size
0.38 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Raised Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Porch - Screened, Deck, Patio, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Screened, Deck, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,561
Assessed Value
$338,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
New Garage Door To Be Installed. Please Submit Offers By 2:00 Pm On Monday 9/12 And Include All Online Documents.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gray
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
LL has electric heat.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,768 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions9 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelBasement
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelBasement
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Screened, Deck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (2)
BRBedroom (4)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (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:
Wood, Tile, Carpet
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry:
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Raised Ranch
Year Built:
1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Porch - Screened, Deck, Patio, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Screened, Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Other
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
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Greenwood School
0.4 mi
|
#203 of 825
|
Score: 54.6
Improved 46 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
209 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
0.9 mi
115 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Woodville School
1.4 mi
|
#172 of 825
|
Score: 56.1
Improved 58 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
462 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-04
B+
Walton School
1.8 mi
|
#299 of 825
|
Score: 50.8
Improved 125 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
221 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A
Dolbeare School
2.4 mi
|
#160 of 825
|
Score: 56.5
Improved 34 spots from last year
-1.7 below state avg
425 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Galvin Middle School
1.1 mi
|
#80 of 352
|
Score: 51.9
Improved 4 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
1,076 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
High Schools
4 schools
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
1.3 mi
|
#80 of 346
|
Score: 63.2
Improved 15 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
871 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 1,930 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
B+
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School
1.6 mi
|
#127 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Improved 95 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,414 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,818 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Nazareth Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Greenwood
18 Forest Street, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lisa Howitt
Listing Office
Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
Office Phone
781-665-2121
Agent MLS ID
B0483875
Office MLS ID
B13001
Listing Data Updated
Nov 1, 2016 11:19 AM 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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