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55 Melvin Street # R, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880
$321,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$259
Price/Sq Ft
1983
Year Built
3
Parking
Condex
Type
14
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 8, 2016 • MLS# 72064309 Copied! • Updated Oct 28, 2016

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $289,900
Final Sale Price: $321,000
Difference: +$31,100 (+10.7%)
Performance Metrics
110.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $234
Sale $/sq ft: $259
This property sold for $259 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Move right in! Step inside and you'll find a great, modern living townhouse! An open floor plan with a spacious living room, and kitchen/dining room features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and maple cabinets. Walk out your back door onto the deck to enjoy the quiet backyard. The generous sized bedrooms have large closets. Other amenities include hardwood floors throughout, first-floor in-unit laundry, a pull down attic, and backyard shed for extra storage. Close to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and major highways.

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Property History

Market Insights

49.3%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73338846
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 7, 2025
$572,000
MLS #73338846
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Previous Transaction - MLS #72608159
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Previously Sold
Mar 12, 2020
$412,500
MLS #72608159
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Sold
Oct 28, 2016
$321,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Sep 8, 2016
$289,900
Original listing
Agent: Terri A. Maffeo Office: Bean Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $3,904 $289,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,904
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$115
Monthly
Assessed Value
$289,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condex
Year Built 1983
Living Area 1,240 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 3
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $3,904
Assessed Value $289,400
HOA Fee $115 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer Will Be Left As Gifts. Self Managed - Condo Fee Is Estimated (master Insurance, Water/sewer Is A Shared Expense Between Units R And L)
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building R
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures Room sizes are approximate. Kitchen/DR Combined.
Documents Master Deed (1)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condex
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1983
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,240 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1983
Effective Year (Renovated): 2007
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Storage
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street
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
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Woodville School
0.5 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
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
1.1 mi
128 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Greenwood School
1.3 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
B+
Walton School
1.4 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
Dolbeare School
1.4 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Galvin Middle School
0.6 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
H

High Schools

4 schools
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
0.6 mi
Grades 09-12
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
0.8 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
0.9 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
Nazareth Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

55 Melvin Street # R, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Listing Information

Listing Agent Terri A. Maffeo
Agent MLS ID B9500708
Office MLS ID AC2153
Listing Data Updated Oct 28, 2016 2:15 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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