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42 Hancock Rd, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880
$706,000
Est. $4,431/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,710
Sq Ft
$413
Price/Sq Ft
0.20
Acres
1950
Year Built
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 3, 2025 • MLS# 73354484 Copied!

About this home

Opportunity knocks for the contractor,handy person, or Buyers looking for a great neighborhood and are willing to do some work! This 7 Room 4 Bedroom Gambrel Cape is located in a great Lakeside/ Dolbeare School neighborhood. Has been in the same family for years and awaits new owner's updates and ideas to bring it to life. Hardwood flooring, 2 full bathrooms. Some updates have been done including roof, gutters and windows, vinyl siding. Attached garage through breezeway off kitchen. Walk to Lake and Dolbeare. Perfect for handy Buyers looking to build some equity and live in one of Wakefield's most desired locations. Make your appointment to see privately or come by Open Houses Saturday and Sunday 11:30-1:00.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,710 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $706,000
Difference: +$6,100 (+0.9%)
Performance Metrics
100.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $409
Sale $/sq ft: $413
This property sold for $413 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 1,710 sq ft
Lot Size 0.20 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Breezeway

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 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $7,931
Assessed Value $698,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Breezeway
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 90.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Hancock Rd, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Dolbeare School
0.4 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
B+
Walton School
1.0 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
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
1.8 mi
128 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Woodville School
1.9 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
A-
Greenwood School
2.7 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Galvin Middle School
1.4 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
Nazareth Academy
0.3 mi
Grades 09-12
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
1.1 mi
Grades 09-12
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
2.3 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
2.3 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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Year 15
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Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

20.7%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73381176
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Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2025
$883,000
MLS #73381176
Sold
Apr 25, 2025
$706,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Apr 3, 2025
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Stephen Conroy Office: Boardwalk Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 27, 2025 Sold $883,000
Apr 3, 2025 New Listing Added $699,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$413

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,931 $698,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,931
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$698,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Stephen Conroy
Listing Office Boardwalk Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0387977
Office MLS ID B30601
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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