FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
25 Sherman Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880 • Greenwood
$650,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$595,000
Final Sale Price:
$650,000
Difference:
+$55,000 (+9.2%)
Performance Metrics
109.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$460
Sale $/sq ft:
$502
This property sold for $502 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$502/sq ft
Area Median
$519/sq ft
Difference
3.3%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Picture book Cape Cod in a fabulous neighborhood location. The front to back fireplaced living room has original period mantle, built- ins, hardwood floors and french doors. Quaint rear den overlooks amazing, wooded expansive back yard area. Formal dining room with China cabinet, chair rail and hardwood. Cozy eat in kitchen. The three 2nd floor bedrooms. Including a unique custom built, step down hidden get away with 2 beds, built-ins and dressers, an escape that provides a touch of seclusion. Property updates include a newer roof, steam boiler and front stairs. This popular Greenwood neighborhood is in close proximity to local shops, restaurants and the commuter rail to Boston. Stroll out into the near acre rear parcel that opens your own wildlife sanctuary.
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Property History
Market Insights
17.9%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73569035
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 27, 2026
$724,999
MLS #73569035 - Active
Sold
May 15, 2023
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
Listed for Sale
Apr 5, 2023
$595,000
Original listing
Agent: Christopher Barrett
Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $724,999 | - | - | MLS #73569035 - Active |
| 05/15/2023 | ✓ Sold | $650,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/05/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,333 | $539,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,333
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$539,900
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,294 sq ft
Lot Size
1.11 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Steam, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Concrete, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry
In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
Den, Office
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,333
Assessed Value
$539,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Estate Sale. Sellers Make No Representations. Adjoining Additional Lot (41, 992 S/f) Is Assessed For $40, 000 With $469.00 Estimated Tax Bill. Listing Sheet Lot Size Reflects Both Parcels, Assessed Value And Taxes Do Not Reflect The Combined Parcels
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gray
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Does not include old finished basement room.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,294 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions16 x 10
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 10
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions20 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions9 x 7
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, French Doors
LevelFirst
Dimensions19 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelFirst
Dimensions22 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, French Doors
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
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:
Tile, Vinyl, Concrete, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood
Appliances:
Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features:
Den, Office
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
In Basement, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Oil
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Wooded, Additional Land Avail., Level, Marsh
Road Frontage:
62.00 ft
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
3 schools
A-
Greenwood School
0.4 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
A-
Woodville School
1.0 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
1.0 mi
128 students
Moderate
Grades PK
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Galvin Middle School
1.0 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
A-
Melrose Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#92 of 352
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 6 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
886 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
B+
Stoneham Central Middle School
1.7 mi
|
#132 of 352
|
Score: 46.3
Dropped 33 spots from last year
-11.9 below state avg
689 students
Moderate
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
0.9 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
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
1.2 mi
Grades 09-12
B+
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School
1.2 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
Greenwood
25 Sherman Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Christopher Barrett
Listing Office
Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
Office Phone
781-245-5011
Agent MLS ID
BB813103
Office MLS ID
B50201
Listing Data Updated
May 15, 2023 4:48 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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