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  • $896,000

    78 Elm St, Wakefield, MA 01880

    4beds
    1,571sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1950
    9,583 Square Feet Lot
    $896,000 Zestimate®
    $570/sqft
    $4,498 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $896,000

    $851,000 - $941,000

    $4,498/mo

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    What's special

    Located in highly desirable WEST WAKEFIELD, this beautifully updated 4BR/1.5B Garrison Colonial cant be missed! Pulling up to this corner lot abutting a private cul-de-sac neighborhood, you see freshly painted siding, newly paved driveway, professionally landscaped yard, and 1 car garage. Enter to a freshly painted inside with gleaming HW floors throughout. With an inviting living room, get cozy by the fireplace while receiving plenty of natural sunlight from the bow window. The open kitchen/dining combo shine w/ brand new Samsung SS apps, quartz countertops, and recessed lighting. An updated half bath complete your first level. All BR's, including an expansive master, are found upstairs w/ an updated full bath. Potential for more space awaits your touch in the basement. Enjoy a summer refreshment or morning coffee on your brand new trex deck overlooking a fenced in backyard. Lake Quannapowitt, commuter rail, and downtown within walking distance!

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Oil
    Features
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,571 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 9,583 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: WAKEM000003B0184P000M18

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1950

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Wakefield

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, For Gas Range
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet, Recessed Lighting
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed4 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Oil, Forced Air
    • Kit Dscrp: Pantry, Dining Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Stainless Steel Appliances, Recessed Lighting, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Window(s) - Picture
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Din Dscrp: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
    • Style: Colonial, Garrison
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom - Half
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Skylight, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Deck - Composite
    • Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Liv Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
    • Road Type: Public
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Foundation: Concrete Block
    • Basement Feature: Unfinished Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/27/2017Sold$599,000$381/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/15/2017Pending sale$599,000$381/sqft
    Source: Assurance Real Estate, LLC #72248260 Report a problem
    10/31/2017Listed for sale$599,000$381/sqft
    Source: Assurance Real Estate, LLC #72248260 Report a problem
    10/29/2017Pending sale$599,000$381/sqft
    Source: Assurance Real Estate, LLC #72248260 Report a problem
    10/27/2017Listed for sale$599,000+86%$381/sqft
    Source: Assurance Real Estate, LLC #72248260 Report a problem
    6/1/2017Sold$322,000+1.3%$205/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/13/2017Listed for sale$318,000-27.9%$202/sqft
    Source: REALHome Services and Solutions #72144917 Report a problem
    10/6/2016Sold$441,219+3.8%$281/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/18/2016Listing removed$425,000$271/sqft
    Source: Boardwalk Real Estate #72002955 Report a problem
    5/19/2016Pending sale$425,000$271/sqft
    Source: Boardwalk Real Estate #72002955 Report a problem
    5/11/2016Listed for sale$425,000+187.2%$271/sqft
    Source: Boardwalk Real Estate #72002955 Report a problem
    8/14/1992Sold$148,000$94/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,666 +4%$763,500 +3%
    2024$8,336 +3.6%$741,000 +8%
    2023$8,048 +4.7%$686,100 +10%
    2022$7,684 +4.7%$623,700 +8.2%
    2021$7,338 +4%$576,400 +4.3%
    2020$7,055 +3.1%$552,500 +3.6%
    2019$6,844 +14%$533,400 +15.1%
    2018$6,002 +4.3%$463,500 +5%
    2017$5,753 +5.6%$441,500 +9.3%
    2016$5,450 +7.1%$404,000 +7%
    2015$5,090 +8.9%$377,600 +3.2%
    2014$4,676 +4%$365,900
    2013$4,497 +3.3%$365,900
    2012$4,354 +3.8%$365,900
    2011$4,193 +6.9%$365,900 +1.5%
    2010$3,922 +2.7%$360,500 -1.5%
    2009$3,818 +0.5%$366,100 -7%
    2008$3,798 +1.4%$393,600
    2007$3,747 +5.5%$393,600 +3%
    2006$3,552 +6.9%$382,300 +4.2%
    2005$3,324 +12.6%$366,900 +41.7%
    2004$2,951 +3.1%$258,900
    2003$2,863 +1.8%$258,900 -1.8%
    2002$2,813 +6.4%$263,600 +36%
    2000$2,645 +1.9%$193,800 +4.6%
    1999$2,596 $185,300

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    Neighborhood: West Side

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: other\

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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