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71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 • Upper West Side
$646,000
Est. $4,070/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
830
Sq Ft
$778
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1952
Year Built
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 10, 2025 • MLS# 73429155 Copied!

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 Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1952
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
830 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

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
6
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.

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

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

Location

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Neighborhood

Upper West Side

71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Property Tax $603
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Payment Over Time

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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

57.5%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528602
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$1,295,000
MLS #73528602 - Active
Sold
Nov 7, 2025
$646,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Sep 10, 2025
$549,900
Original listing
Agent: Gerald Barrett Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 2, 2026 Sold $1,295,000
Sep 10, 2025 New Listing Added $549,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$778

Tax History

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

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,240
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$637,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gerald Barrett
Listing Office Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
Agent MLS ID B8000043
Office MLS ID B50201
Listing Data Updated Nov 8, 2025 6:41 PM EST
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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