2-2A Newell Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
$949,000
Est. $5,888/month
About this home
This unique side-by-side multi unit home offers incredible potential for investors, developers or buyers looking to create something truly special. Each unit features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, generous living space, and unfinished basement areas with additional potential. Rich in character and architectural charm rarely found today, this is far from a cookie-cutter property. With vision and creativity, the next owner can restore, renovate, or reimagine this home into a true standout. Situated on a spacious lot in an established neighborhood, this property has solid bones and endless possibilities. Owned by the same family for decades, it is ready for its next chapter. Close to major highways, booming downtown and soon to be brand new highschool, this Wakefield home has it all.
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Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 24, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 17, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
Jul 17, 2026
$949,000
Original listing
Agent: Christine Goldstein
Office: Lyv Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/24/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/17/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $949,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,672 | $940,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,672
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$940,300
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Year Built
1940
Living Area
4,002 sq ft
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Bedrooms
8
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
16
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Partial
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,672
Assessed Value
$940,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Sellers Have Not Occupied The Property For Many Years And, Therefore, Make No Representations Or Warranties, Express Or Implied, Regarding The Age, Condition, Functionality, Maintenance History Etc. Buyer To Do Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,002 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
6
Levels
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,002 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Partial
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Stories:
6
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Oil
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
0.2 mi
128 students
Moderate
Grades PK
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Walton School
0.9 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Galvin Middle School
0.8 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
B+
Stoneham Central Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#132 of 352
|
Score: 46.3
Dropped 33 spots from last year
-11.9 below state avg
689 students
Moderate
Grades 05-08
A-
Melrose Middle School
2.3 mi
|
#92 of 352
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 6 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
886 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
A-
Stoneham High School
1.5 mi
|
#91 of 346
|
Score: 61.0
Improved 37 spots from last year
+2.8 above state avg
599 students
Moderate
17 sports
• 1,334 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Nazareth Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 09-12
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2-2A Newell Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Wakefield, MA 01880
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Christine Goldstein
Listing Office
Lyv Realty
Office Phone
978-533-8000
Agent MLS ID
NB113422
Office MLS ID
AN6884
Listing Data Updated
Aug 5, 2026 3:21 PM EDT
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