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55 Melvin Street # R, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880
$412,500
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$333
Price/Sq Ft
1983
Year Built
4
Parking
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 15, 2020 • MLS# 72608159 Copied! • Updated Mar 13, 2020

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $409,900
Final Sale Price: $412,500
Difference: +$2,600 (+0.6%)
Performance Metrics
100.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $331
Sale $/sq ft: $333
This property sold for $333 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

STUNNING UPDATED CONDEX TOWNHOUSE. NO CONDO FEE!! This town house offers 20 x 10 trex deck, shed, yard space & an abundance of exclusive driveway parking. This is your opportunity to get into Wakefield!! This home feels like a single family home, yet offers an easy comfortable lifestyle. Meticulous, condex/townhouse offers an open floor plan and large rooms. Mirror image hardwood floors throughout, NEW HEATING, HOT WATER, WINDOWS & DOORS. Step into the lovely living room w/coat closet & picture window. Large kitchen & dining area w/maple cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances. Laundry is on 1st floor. King size master bedroom boasts large closet and there's a 2nd nicely sized bedroom. Both bathrooms are beautifully updated. Large pull down attic for extra storage space. Less than a mile to Middle & High school. Walk to vibrant Wakefield Center, Lake Quannapowitt, comm rail & bus stops. Live the dream in Wakefield!

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Property History

Market Insights

43.9%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73338846
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 7, 2025
$572,000
MLS #73338846
Sold
Mar 12, 2020
$412,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 15, 2020
$409,900
Original listing
Agent: Karen J. Dame Office: Century 21 North East
Previous Transaction - MLS #72064309
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 28, 2016
$321,000
MLS #72064309

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $4,916 $383,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,916
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$383,200

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 Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Storage, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,916
Assessed Value $383,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures No Basement. Master Insurance, Water/sewer Is Shared Expense. Master Insurance $750.00 Each, Water/sewer For #55r Was $515.00 Last Year. 2 Pets Allowed 20lbs And Under. Certain Breeds Are Restricted.
Exclusions All Appliances Left As Gifts To Buyers.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building R
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condex
Listing Type
For Sale
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

Room Details

First Floor

Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
15 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
14 x 14
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Second Floor

Bedroom2
14 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
16 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
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: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded, Paved
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
1.2 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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55 Melvin Street # R, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen J. Dame
Listing Office Century 21 North East
Office Phone 978-635-3400
Agent MLS ID B9500457
Office MLS ID AN4350
Listing Data Updated Mar 13, 2020 10:38 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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