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8 Overlook Road, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 • Greenwood ~ close to the commuter rail!
$830,000
Est. $4,418/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,017
Sq Ft
$412
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1910
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73241432

About this home

Multiple offers, showings suspended. This timeless COLONIAL awaits a discerning buyer, eager to build substantial equity. Nestled in this highly sought-after Greenwood neighborhood, conveniently located near the Melrose Heights COMMUTER RAIL, Whole Foods & DOWNTOWN Melrose. ENCLOSED FRONT PORCH, an idyllic spot for leisurely summer days. Welcoming foyer leads to a large family room, boasting a majestic FIREPLACE flanked by built-ins and a candle stick window. The dining room offers views of the verdant yard, ideal for entertaining. Abundant light & HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout. Kitchen & 1st floor bath awaiting your creativity. Upstairs, 4 bedrooms, one featuring an attached sunroom/office/reading room. Walk-up attic presenting endless possibilities: a primary suite, a teen or family room, or a home office. A composite deck provides views of the expansive partially fenced in yard. Two-car garage completes this picture. Visit, envision the potential and seize this opportunity!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $830,000
Difference: +$130,100 (+18.6%)
Performance Metrics
118.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $347
Sale $/sq ft: $412
This property sold for $412 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 18.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 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
1910
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,017 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Foyer, Entry Hall, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
French Doors, Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial, Antique, Bungalow, Craftsman, Dutch Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Composite
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.18 acres
Lot Size
7,741 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1800
Lot Features
Cleared, Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public, Dead End

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
100 Amp Service, Knob & Tube Wiring

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Greenwood ~ close to the commuter rail!
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,764
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$661,900
Parcel Number
M:000027 B:0057 P:00S31A,820611
Zoning
SR

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Subject to Probate Petition for Sale of Real Estate. Closing date min 90 days from signing of P&S. Home to be sold "AS IS". Seller has not lived in property for many years. Younger gas boiler 2015, full bath 2018 and roof (age unknown). Some window seals are broken. Knob and tube wiring - 100 amp.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

Greenwood ~ close to the commuter rail!

8 Overlook Road, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Call Superinten
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Galvin Middle
Rating information coming soon
High School
Wmhs
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $647
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

15.7%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Sep 4, 2024
$830,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
May 22, 2024
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Laurie Cappuccio Office: Classified Realty Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 22, 2024 New Listing Added $699,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$412

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $7,764 $661,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,764
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$661,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laurie Cappuccio
Listing Office Classified Realty Group
Agent MLS ID BB922192
Office MLS ID B95141

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