71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 • Upper West Side

$646,000

Beds

Baths

830

Sq Ft

$778

Price/Sq Ft

0.23

Acres

1952

Year Built

Garage Space

Single Family Residence

Type

Days on Market

Sold Listed Sep 10, 2025 • MLS# 73429155 Copied! • Updated Nov 8, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $549,900

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $646,000
                        

Difference: +$96,100 (+17.5%)

Performance Metrics

117.5%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold above asking price

Days on Market

Very fast sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $663

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $778
                        

This property sold for $778 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 17.5% 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 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$778/sq ft

Area Median

$551/sq ft

Difference

+41.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

If the age old real estate adage holds true: location, location, location then this single family with abundant possibilities has it all. Nestled on a wooded lot in one of the highest spots in the local area this property is surrounded by spectacular homes in a quiet tranquil setting. Looking for a quaint place to downsize, 10,000+ sqf lot to build your dream home or willing to roll up your sleeves and build some sweat equity? The possibilities are endless. Hardwood floors, newer heating system, Roth oil tank, walk up attic, one car garage and level lot are the building blocks for future expansion or new build. Opportunities like this do not come along often, stop by, have a look and start dreaming of what could be!

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Property History

Market Insights

54.2%

Price Range

Total Days on Market

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73528602

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🏷️

Previously Sold

Sep 30, 2026

$1,199,900

MLS #73528602

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Currently Listed

Jun 2, 2026

$1,199,900

MLS #73528602 - Active

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Sold

Nov 7, 2025

$646,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 7

🏠

Listed for Sale

Sep 10, 2025

$549,900

Original listing

Agent: Gerald Barrett Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
09/30/2026	🏷️ Previously Sold	$1,199,900	-	-	MLS #73528602
06/02/2026	🏡 Currently Listed	$1,199,900	-	-	MLS #73528602 - Active
11/07/2025	✓ Sold	$646,000	-	-	Property sold
09/10/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$549,900	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$7,240	$637,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$7,240

Tax Year 2025

Assessed Value

$637,900

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1952

Living Area 830 sq ft

Lot Size 0.23 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil

Cooling None

Flooring Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood

Appliances Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry In Basement

Features Sun Room

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 Fuses

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $7,240

Assessed Value $637,900

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Personnel Representative Has Never Lived In The Home And Makes No Representations. Pr Is Related To Listing Agent. Subject To Any Estate Documents Needed To Close.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing Estate Sale

Structure Type []

House Color White

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Documents None

County Middlesex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1952

Bedrooms

Full Bathrooms

Living Area

830 sq ft

Total Rooms

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood

Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features: Sun Room

Windows:

Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry: In Basement

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape

Year Built: 1952

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, 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: Level

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, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Nearby Schools

School information not available for this location.

Location

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Neighborhood

Upper West Side

71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Listing Information

Listing Office Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

Office Phone 781-245-5011

Agent MLS ID B8000043

Office MLS ID B50201

Listing Data Updated Nov 8, 2025 6:41 PM EST

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