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The Town of Wakefield is situated in Middlesex County in eastern Massachusetts, approximately ten miles north of the City of Boston. It is bordered on the north by Reading and Lynnfield, on the west by parts of Reading and Stoneham, on the south by Melrose and on the east by Saugus and Lynnfield again.
Originally settled in 1639, this area was known as the First or South Parish of Reading until the year 1812 at which time it was incorporated as the Town of South Reading. It remained as South Reading until 1868 when the name was changed to Wakefield in honor of one of its leading citizens, Cyrus Wakefield, who built the first rattan factory in the world.
Today, Wakefield is a desirable suburban residential community governed by a public spirited, well-informed citizenry interested in maintaining both the natural beauty of the town and in providing a high quality of services and facilities at a level adequate to the needs of health and safety. The town has diversification of industry and employment and the level of wages and employment is high.
Manufacturing is the largest source of employment; next in importance finance, insurance and real estate followed by the wholesale and retail trade industry. The Central Business District along Main Street consists of banks, public buildings, specialty shops, and professional offices.
Town residents confidently assert that Wakefield is a well managed community. Adding to the town's attractiveness are its two lakes: Crystal Lake, a water supply source, and Lake Quannapowitt, a center for water sports. Lake Quannapowitt provides year-round recreational opportunities; swimming, boating and fishing in the summer and ice fishing, ice boating, hockey and ice skating in the winter. This three mile lake is a popular area for jogging and walking.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
94 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
91 |
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8th Grade Math: |
54 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
60 |
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8th Grade Science: |
79 |
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4th Grade Math: |
76 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
86 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,191
Average SAT scores:
1583
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.5 to 1
Community
Population:24,706 Median Income in town: $85,011 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 10 / 1,000
Violent: 0.8 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
70
/ 30
/ 9
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $389,900
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $410,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -5%
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,006
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Greenwood (Haverhill Line)
Wakefield (Haverhill Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
136, 137
Miles to Boston:
15
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
21
Rail time to Boston:
22
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$435,000
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.This beautiful Colonial has been completely remodeled 2001 Updated kitchen with Breakfast bar, all new cabinets, appliances and countertops.New bathroom with double sinks on the second floor. New windows, new doors, new electrical service and new maple hardwood flooring on the first floor. New roof,and Siding, Finished third floor with new half bath would make a great teen's suite.Fireplaced livingroom.Dinning room with built in china hutches. Great location on a quiet child safe street
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,900
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~Located in building 7 this beautiful 2 bedroom 2 full bath is picture perfect!~Many great features in this first floor unit including gorgeous custom kitchen with granite and stainless steel, hardwood floors throughout including both bedrooms and kitchen. Located in the rear section of Heron Pond this unit offers privacy and a quite atmosphere. A special feature of this unit is the walk out basement which is partially finished and would be a great swing space for a home office or workout area
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$334,500
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Move right in! Bright and sunny 3 BR Cape with fenced and yard and 1 car garage, located in desirable Greenwood neighborhood. Open floor plan with FP living room, sunroom, spacious dining room and updated granite eat-in kitchen. The finished lower level offers a fireplace family room, extra closet space and laundry area. Close to major highways, public transportation, shopping and restaurants!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$659,900
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West side Victorian updated by craftsman owner. A charming home featuring an enclosed entry porch, gracious foyer, buit ins & new high end heating. The kitchen w/ breakfast bar opens to a family room w/ stove, built in and vaulted ceiling. The 1st floor also includes a large front to back livingroom, fireplace dining room or office. The 2nd floor features 4 bedrooms. Finished 3rd flr with skylight and half bath. The interior is complimented by a large private brick patio, det gar and great yard.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$439,900
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Pristine 7 room, 2-3 bedroom, 2 full bath colonial home located on West side near golf course. Home offers updated open concept kitchen, dining, living room, with hardwood floors and recessed lighting. Beautiful custom kitchen cabinets, granite counters tops, center island with stove top, and stainless steel appliances. Large 24x16 master bedroom with cathedral ceiling, skylight, and large double closets; wrap around porch, security system, storage shed and more.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,999
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LOOKING TO SETTLE ESTATE, Single Family Home ,Roof and Heating System Replaced about five years ago .Newer windows, slate entry way hardwood under carpet.Expansion possibilties in attic. Full basement,enclosed front porch
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$300,000
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Cozy New England Colonial in desirable neighborhood. Eat-in kitchen, newer heater, replacement windows, bright sun room, good sized bedrooms, great potential with some TLC. GLA does not include playroom in basement.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$379,000
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This Bright and Sunny 3 bedroom Ranch welcomes easy comfortable living with loads of potential. The original owner has kept the property clean and simple. LR,DR and 3 bedrooms have hardwood floors,LR also has a fireplace.The eat in kitchen offers a good work space and leads to 3 season porch.Full basement offers and additional 1200 square feeet of living with a walkout door and access to the single car garage. All situated on a level lot. First open house June 3rd
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$322,000
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FABULOUS THREE BEDROOM DOLL HOUSE in MOVE IN CONDITION CLOSE TO TRAIN, SHOPPING, LAKE QUANNIPOWITT. UPDATES include CUSTOM MAPLE CABINETS, NEW BATH, NEW ROOF, DECK & WHITE CEDAR FENCE. ENERGY EFFICIENT TRIPLEPANE WINDOWS, GLEAMING HARDWOOD MAPLE FLOORS, NEW TILE in KITCHEN, BATH & MUDROOM are COMPLIMENTED with FRESHLY PAINTED WALLS. COMFORTABLE LIVING ROOM & 1st floor BR/OFFICE. END YOUR DAY RELAXING IN THE SUNSPLASHED PORCH OR NEW DECK OVERLOOKING BEAUTIFUL LEVEL LANDSCAPED BACKYARD.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,900
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Village Colonial Style home has everything you could be looking for, in a Neighborhood Setting, on a Gorgeous Corner Lot. A High End Kitchen and Bathroom Renovation that rivals New Construction, Charm and Old Style detail of a 19th Century home, and Practical Functionality offered by the long list of improvements made by Conscientious Owners: Trex Deck, Custom Wine Bar and Entertainment Cabinetry, Sony Surround Sound, Vermont Castings Gas Fireplace. This home has been meticulously maintained!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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Wonderful opportunity to remodel this lakeside cape. Nice level back yard. Property appears to have newer windows, roof and siding.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$347,000
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Luxury 2 bedroom 2 bath condo at desirable Wakefield Crossing. Unit features beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Open living room/ dining room combination with harwood flooring & a beautiful gas fireplace.Two generous bedrooms with Master Bedroom boasting a master bath and walk in closet. Central air & laundry in unit. Complex offers the convenience of a fitness room and club house on site and is a short distance from comuter rail and the lake!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$325,000
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Lovely 3 bedroom Cape with large flat back yard. Updated eat-in kitchen and bath with tile floors. Formal dining room with deck and views of back yard. Large first floor master bedroom with cathedral ceilings and a wall of closets. Large linen closet outside bathroom. Newer furnace, appliances, water heater and roof. Parking for 4 cars. Great starter home, downsizer or condo alternative. Close to shopping, parks and schools. Just move in! Open House Sunday, 5/13, 1:30 - 3:00 pm.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$239,900
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Opportunity knocks! Perfect for first time buyers looking to purchase in Wakefield! This cozy home has an enclosed front porch that leads to a small office or entry way. Full eat in kitchen with dishwasher, disposal and plenty of cabinets. There is also a large living room, full bath, and bedroom on the first floor. The second floor has three bedrooms. Outside you?ll find a nice backyard for the kids to play or those afternoon barbeques.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,900
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NEW CONSTRUCTION! - 2,100 Sq.Ft. TOWNHOUSE in walking distance to Town, Trains, Park and Lake Quannapowitt. Large Living room w/ Gas Fireplace.~ 9 Ft Ceilings on 1st flr +8 Ft. on 2nd flr. -Kitchen w/Granite, which opens to Formal Dining Rm.~Master BD has Cathedral Ceiling, 14 Ft. Master Bth w/Jacuzzi tub and separate Shower.~ Oversized Master BD Closet. Extra-High Garage door opening & Stamped Concrete Driveway.- Huge Level Back yard for plenty of outdoor fun!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,900
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NEW CONSTRUCTION! - 2,100 Sq.Ft. TOWNHOUSE in walking distance to Town, Trains, Park and Lake Quannapowitt. Large Living room w/ Gas Fireplace.~ 9 Ft Ceilings on 1st flr +8 Ft. on 2nd flr. -Kitchen w/Granite, which opens to Formal Dining Rm.~Master BD has Cathedral Ceiling, 14 Ft. Master Bth w/Jacuzzi tub and separate Shower.~ Oversized Master BD Closet. Extra-High Garage door opening & Stamped Concrete Driveway.- Huge Level Back yard for plenty of outdoor fun!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$435,000
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WELCOME HOME TO 82 WEST PARK DRIVE - Beautiful Oversized 50 Foot Split - Featuring Large Formal Living Room with Vaulted Ceiling, Formal Dining Room with Sun Room Access, Eat In Kitchen with Access to a Updated Deck Perfect for Grilling, Master Bedroom with Access to Full Bath Plus 2 More Good Sized Bedrooms, Lower Level Family Room with Brick Fire Place, Bath and Laundry, 2 Car Garage, Central Air, updated Heat and Hot Water Heater. BRING YOUR IDEAS, THIS ONE WILL BE A BEAUTY!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$535,000
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Immaculate Colonial built in 1999 on quiet, cul-de-sac. Eat-in-kitchen w/granite counters, LR, DR & large FR w/fireplace open to deck overlooking expansive, professionally landscaped yard. 4 Large sun drenched BRs, master suite w/bath, hardwood floors throughout. Spacious lower level FR, finished for office, game room & laundry. Open floor plan, ample storage & CA add to this lovely home. Walking distance to Dolbeare School and Lake Quannapowitt. Perfect house and neighborhood for young family.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$355,000
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STUNNING & DRAMATIC OPEN CONCEPT LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN. SOARING BRICK WALLS, TALL WINDOWS. PERFECT SPACE TO ENTERTAIN. KITCHEN FEATURES GRANITE, BREAKFAST BAR & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. MASTER BEDROOM w/ BRICK WALLS , HUGE WINDOWS & WALK IN CLOSET. 2ND BEDROOM HAS OPEN FEEL ,. 2 FULL BATHS w/ GRANITE. WASHER/DRYER IN UNIT. COMPLEX OFFERS CLUBHOUSE & FITNESS CENTER. 1 GAR SPOT. CLOSE TO LAKE,TRAIN & WONDERFUL CENTER. FABULOUS CONDO
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$350,000
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Condoization completed! Ready to sell! Old world feel with brand new everything! Washer and dryers, roof, windows, floors, appliances, electrical, plumbing! Gutted from the inside out! You name it, its new! Like living in brand new home with the luxury of crown molding, ceiling beams, huge windows, hardwood floors and victorian high ceilings! You don't want to miss this opportunity! Owners have their own 6 car driveway and two private porches! This is a dream come true for condo owner!
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