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71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 • Upper West Side
$646,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
830
Sq Ft
$778
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1952
Year Built
1
Garage Space
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 10, 2025 • MLS# 73429155 Copied! • Updated Nov 8, 2025

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$778/sq ft
Area Average
$494/sq ft
Difference
+57.3%

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

56%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528602
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$1,249,900
MLS #73528602 - Active
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®

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
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 3
Electric Fuses
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $7,240
Assessed Value $637,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
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.
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
For Sale
Year Built
1952
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
830 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

Room Details

First Floor

Kitchen
17 x 9
Peninsula
Bedroom2
12 x 10
Flooring - Hardwood
Living Room
16 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
12 x 10
Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

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
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
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
0.5 mi
128 students Moderate
Grades PK
B+
Walton School
0.6 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
A
Dolbeare School
1.8 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
A-
Greenwood School
1.8 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
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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Galvin Middle School
0.9 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
EMARC - Life Choices & Employment Services
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
Nazareth Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 09-12
A-
Wakefield Memorial High School
2.1 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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Neighborhood

Upper West Side

71 Converse St, Wakefield MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gerald Barrett
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
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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