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43 Friend Street, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 • West Side
$740,000
Est. $3,939/month
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,704
Sq Ft
$274
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1955
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73155861

About this home

Wonderful opportunity to live in what is arguably one of the best neighborhoods in the sought after West Side. Friend Street is a peaceful, tree lined cul de sac with great access to lake Quanapowitt, Walton School, Farmers Market, downtown restaurants and shops and the commuter rail and highway. This spacious home has a FP LR, large KIT, FR, DEN, 4 season sunroon with floor to ceiling windows with a slider to a private flagstone patio where you can unwind at the end of a long day plus a FR & 3/4 BTH on the main level of the home. There ar 4 BEDS and a second full bath plus access to the attic on the second level. The lower level features a large media room a great bonus room that can be whatever you desire...think workout/yoga room, home office etc. and it has direct access to the exterior. A one car attached garage and professionally landscaped 10,000+ yard complete the exterior. Homes in this area rarely become available so bring your HGTV ideas and make this home your own.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $740,000
Difference: +$40,100 (+5.7%)
Performance Metrics
105.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $259
Sale $/sq ft: $274
This property sold for $274 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% 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.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1955
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,704 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Hookup, Slider, Media Room, Bonus Room, Foyer, Den, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Laundry Features
Washer Hookup, Pedestal Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Window Features
Skylight, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame, Stone
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Screens, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.23 acres
Lot Size
10,019 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2300
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Subdivision
West Side
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$8,030
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$684,600
Parcel Number
M:000006 B:0085 P:000F15,815749
Zoning
SR

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Home is being sold "AS IS AS SEEN" Seller has not lived in the home for a long time. Dryer in kitchen included but not working. Heat unit on 4 season porch needs repair.Pls see list of Inclusions attached and submit offers to LA by 12:00 on 9/12. No escalation clauses please.

Location

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Neighborhood

West Side

43 Friend Street, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Walton
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Galvin Ms
Rating information coming soon
High School
Wakefield High
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $669
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.4%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 27, 2023
$740,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Sep 6, 2023
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Howitt Office: Century 21 Tradition

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 6, 2023 New Listing Added $699,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$274

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $8,030 $684,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,030
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$684,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lisa Howitt
Listing Office Century 21 Tradition
Agent MLS ID B0483875
Office MLS ID AN7658

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