16 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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FOR SALE
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OPEN SAT, 11:30-1PM
0.39 ACRES

$759,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,465 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

16 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Est. Mortgage $4,581/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1967
0.39 acre lot
$519/sqft
5 Open Spaces

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

It's rare you can get both a superior location and a gorgeous lot like this ranch has, just steps from Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield! This wonderful home has been in the same family for over 50 years and is now ready for new owners. Offering unlimited potential to either the contractor to renovate or the buyers who want to live in a great neighborhood and will move in and put their own finishing touches on it. Expansive 2000 sq ft of living area all on one level. 7 Rooms, 3 bedrooms, and a den or office. Hardwood floors, fireplaced livingroom, granite counters in kitchen. Gas cooking and heat. Main bedroom addition off rear with it's own en suite bath. Rear enclosed sunporch. Updated roof and newer high end Lochinvar tankless heating and HW system. Above ground pool. All of this situated on a 17,000 sq ft lot. Just a short walk to Lake, the Common, downtown, bus line, and commuter rail to Boston. Convenient to major highways and MarketStreet Lynnfield. Come by Open Houses Saturday and Sunday Sept 5th and 6th 11:30-1:00
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Stephen Conroy, (617) 823-4198
Boardwalk Real Estate, (781) 944-7820
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73572008
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Open House

Saturday, September 05
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday, September 06
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Home Details for 16 Central St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1465 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas RangeAppliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch - Enclosed, PatioExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Above GroundFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, BlockHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 5No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Pool
Pool: Above GroundPool
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1465

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1967
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 817953

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $759,900Price Per Sqft: $519

Active Status

MLS Status: New

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wakefield
School Information
Elementary School: DolbeareJr High / Middle School: GalvinHigh School: Wmhs

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73572008

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1465 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73572008Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1465

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfBike PathHighway AccessPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-Station

Around this home

What Locals Say about Wakefield

At least 153 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this town for the last 25 years. I own a business downtown here and have a great sense that a small community school system is a great safe location near major highways within 45 minutes to the beaches then an hour away to the ski area and 10 miles to downtown Boston"
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    "The school system is good, especially their music department It's a great marching band too. Great parks and close to Transportation "
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    "It has good schools lots of local shopping and recreational activity? Wakefield has many highways that bring access to local beaches as well as going north to New Hampshire for skiing and hiking"
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    "I live and own my own business in town, for 24 years. Great place to raise kids . Safe community Walkable, close to public transportation"
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    "Let's make food for Christmas, on Valentine's Day let's make suprimes, Halloween we give sweets to all the children And many other things"
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    "Safe, local kids kids-friendly parks, walking areas, public transportation, good school system Near major roads "
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  • Trulia User
    "been here 6 years and my neighbors and the neighborhood is the best. We all watch out for one another. It is a very peaceful area and very safe."
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    "digs and walkers are always around. very friendly and secure neighborhood. everyone looks out for each other."
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    "They would love to walk the lake which many residents do. Dog park close by as well. Also, break heart reservation is close by for hiking, swimming and a dog park"
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    "Dog owners love this neighborhood low traffic, and plenty of sidewalk space plenty of places to let the dog off the leash and run parks etc"
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  • Trulia User
    "Many families in the area, with great fields, parks, and stores within walking distance. All this but still private little neighborhoods."
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    "We love dogs, they are always welcome! Messes are cleaned up and there are plenty of dog walkers and we also have dog parks in and around the area!"
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    "Lots of people walk their dogs around. Always friendly. Nice fields to let them loose in. Everyone is respectful"
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  • Megangobeille
    "There are two bus lines through Wakefield that end at the orange line Oak Grove or Malden Center, both busses go to both train stations. Commute is 30mins on the bus to oak grove during rush hour and 30mins on the train to Downton Crossing"
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  • Jennifer B.
    "Easy on commuter rail, it’s about an hour door to door. Orange line in Malden/Medford not far either."
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  • Jennifercb92
    "There’s a great school system, and it’s in close enough proximity to Boston that it’s a great place to live and raise a family."
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  • Kaitlyn S.
    "Halloween is a big event . Every house is a party . My husband and I know just about everyone on our street!! We have bbq and fires with the neighbors all summer ."
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  • Jen M. .
    "My commute to Boston is over an hour each way. I do not recommend driving if you can take the commuter rail to get to work. "
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  • Kaitlyn S.
    "I’ve lived in this area for 5 years now . It’s like it’s own tiny community. Everyone is very friendly and knows one another . The elementary school is excellent and the commuter rail in a walk away "
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  • Casey H.
    "Best place I know. Grew up here and bought a home to raise my children. Beat area I know. The schools are great. My kids still can play outside safely and I don’t have to worry. "
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  • Eileen R.
    "Independence Day Parade Italian Festival Schools events Little League Community Events...….!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Nicole C.
    "People frequently walk their dogs and even walk here from other neighborhoods. It is a safe neighborhood that is very dog friendly"
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  • Universriot
    "4th of July Parade is the biggest in New England, light up of Hanukkah Menorah at Wakefield Common, every week there is some event near the lake Quannapowitt. "
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  • Khintlian
    "Not a bad commute to the city. I feel as though Wakefield is a great central location. 95 south traffic is getting worse. North is better"
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  • Kathleen D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 19 years. The neighbors are lovely & create a friendly atmosphere."
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  • Sam C.
    "We are huge dog lovers and there are great places to take them for long walks."
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  • Sam C.
    "The commute is very simple. There are many different ways you can use to get to the heart of Greenwood."
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  • Sam C.
    "It is a small little community within a bigger town."
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  • Sam C.
    "It is a GREAT place to raise kids and the school is an awesome place to learn."
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  • Rebecca R.
    "We do like dogs."
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  • Rebecca R.
    "It's very beautiful with nice people."
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  • Denise D.
    "A little congested weekday mornings with traffic coming off of Route 128 and cutting through town to avoid the highway back up."
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  • Denise D.
    "Beautiful Lake Quannapowitt, and very close to the center of town."
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  • Denise D.
    "Lots of families with small children, and a lot of town activities for children."
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  • David S.
    "The rail and bus service can take you to Boston and the easy access to major highways makes commuting easy."
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  • David S.
    "Quiet area, friendly neighbors, suburban bordering on rural, not crowded, lots of small businesses, but no heavy industry. Lots of trees, nice homes and scenery. Easy access to major highways, lots of places to eat or shop, no crime, fire station nearby, prompt police response if needed, & good roads. Also, local bank has a Greenwood office, and you don't have to go far to find what you need. Just a nice environment to live in. Plus, rail service to Boston, and to points North as well."
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  • Arayadiane
    "very friendly and well maintained neighborhoods. good schools, very safe close to highways. very walkable. love livinh here."
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  • Huyen N.
    "Beautiful wood areas with many hiking trails. Generally quiet and pretty safe neighborhood with nice neighbors."
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  • Ian M.
    "It's an easy commute by car as route 128 is easily accessed. It is also on main MBTA bus and rail routes."
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  • Ian M.
    "There are older homes that are well maintained, borders lake Quannapowitt."
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Market trends in Wakefield

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$809K
$3.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$490
$22MoM
Available listings
56
2MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$756K
Since last month
Decreased$51K (-6.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$48K (-6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +49% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$756K
August 2026$804K
July 2026$807K
June 2026$817K
May 2026$834K
April 2026$796K
March 2026$789K
February 2026$761K
January 2026$749K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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$855,000
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3
1.5
1,386
45 Aborn Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.20
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$910,000
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0.25
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$999,999
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,668
304 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$795,000
10/30/25
3
2
2,592
270 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.35
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$768,500
03/20/26
3
2
2,195
22 Wayland Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.37
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$720,000
02/09/26
2
1
1,663
214 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA
0.28
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$522,000
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4
1
2,181
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0.34
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$897,000
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4
2
2,196
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0.38
Single-Family Home
$730,000
10/06/25
3
1.5
1,644

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
23 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.07
$982,100
3
1.5
1,636
Off Market
21-21A Sweetser St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.05
-
5
2
2,065
Off Market
13 Flanders Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.11
$1,200,900
3
2
2,110
Off Market
31 Sweetser St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$841,800
4
2
1,773
Off Market
33 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.11
$1,062,800
3
3
2,037
Off Market
176 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.11
$1,039,700
3
2.5
1,630
Off Market
28 Court St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.13
$989,700
3
2
1,987
Off Market
108 Pleasant St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.15
$890,000
3
1.5
1,952
Off Market
51 Court St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.18
$948,300
3
1.5
1,932
Off Market
48 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.19
$930,000
3
2.5
3,004
Recently Sold
23 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.21
$909,500
4
2.5
2,709
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73572008
Listed For Sale
$759,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Stephen Conroy, Boardwalk Real Estate, (781) 944-7820
Agent Phone: (617) 823-4198
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Frequently asked questions about 16 Central St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 16 Central St?
    Based on a $759,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 16 Central St in Wakefield, MA is approximately $4,731 (about $4,016 principal & interest, $640 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 16 Central St compare to homes in Wakefield?
    16 Central St in Wakefield, MA is listed at $759,900, about 6% below the $809K median sale price in Wakefield.
  • What do residents say about Wakefield?
    Residents describe Wakefield, MA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Wakefield, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 16 Central St?
    The closest schools to 16 Central St in Wakefield, MA are Dolbeare Elementary School (rated 8/10), Galvin Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Wakefield Memorial High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 16 Central St have a pool?
    Yes, 16 Central St in Wakefield, MA has a pool.
  • Does 16 Central St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 16 Central St in Wakefield, MA has in-unit laundry.
16 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,465 sqft single-family home built in 1967. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Sep 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73572008.