20 Howard St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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OFF MARKET

$851,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,405 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

20 Howard St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Greenwood
Est. Refi. Payment $5,113/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 4, 2016 for $495,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$852K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$39K (+4.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$358K (+72.3%)
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 +72% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$853K
August 2026$852K
July 2026$855K
June 2026$861K
May 2026$869K
April 2026$852K
March 2026$852K
February 2026$812K
January 2026$799K
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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 Howard St, Wakefield, MA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$590,723
10/23/25
4
1
1,426
7 Essex St, Wakefield, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$690,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,632
54 Lassell St, Wakefield, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$575,000
12/05/25
2
1
1,170
104 Myrtle Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$785,000
02/20/26
3
1.5
1,778
34 Golden Hills Rd, Saugus, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$665,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,820
17 Heywood Ave, Melrose, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$695,000
06/23/26
3
1
1,495
33 Ledge St, Melrose, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/24/26
3
1
1,521
34 Greenwood Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$888,000
08/14/26
3
1.5
1,432
3 Gladstone St, Wakefield, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$859,900
11/12/25
3
1.5
1,660
17 Vale Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/01/26
3
1.5
1,100

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
7 Plaza Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.04
$918,200
3
2
2,192
Off Market
1252 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.06
$721,400
3
1.5
1,608
Off Market
68 Hawley Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
0.11
$775,400
2
1.5
1,722
Off Market
15 Howard St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.06
$608,300
4
1
1,426
Off Market
1230 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.07
$712,600
2
1
1,176
Off Market
10 Bay State Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
0.12
$910,300
3
1.5
1,540
Off Market
61 Bay State Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
0.15
$819,300
3
1.5
1,260
Off Market
6 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
$930,000
4
2.5
1,982
Recently Sold
23 Grafton St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
$875,200
3
2
1,941
Off Market
17 Grafton St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
$863,300
3
1
1,584
Off Market
2 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.12
$920,900
3
1.5
1,401
Off Market
69 Heywood Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
0.19
$792,000
3
1.5
1,629
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
0.31 acre lot
1,405 sqft
$606/sqft
Garage

About this House

A Melrose adjacent gem in Wakefield's highly desirable Greenwood neighborhood. 20 Howard St boasts New England charm like no other with it's classic colonial style, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, eat-in kitchen with granite counters and fresh designer paint inside and out. French presse or tea? Relax and enjoy your morning ritual in the sun splashed kitchen dining nook. Your spacious rear deck and back yard is the envy of all living near Boston offering the privacy of rural Massachusetts as bordering environmentally protected conservation land. Not only is this location ideal for commuters with the Haverhill Line and freeways nearby, your neighborhood also includes a new chic cafe, North End-flair dining and a North Shore classic restaurant. Joggers, walkers, pet owners...scenic Lake Quannapowitt is a quick drive up Main St. and Melrose Main Street shopping and dining is even closer.
20 Howard St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,405 sqft single-family home in Greenwood, built in 1939. It last sold for $495,000 on Aug 4, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $851,800, with a rent estimate of $3,798/month.

Home Details for 20 Howard St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilHeating Fuel: Oil
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939Year Updated: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$495,000
Jun 23, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$449,900
Dec 12, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$395,000
Jun 15, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$415,000
Apr 26, 2001
Source: N/A
Sold
$325,000

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

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Neighborhood Overview

Greenwood
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What Locals Say about Greenwood

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 96 % Say parking is easy

  • 96 % Say kids play outside

  • 89 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Lots of people walk their dogs around. Always friendly. Nice fields to let them loose in. Everyone is respectful"
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • David S.
    "There are lots of areas to walk dogs in Greenwood, and there is access to 20 acres of town owned. Ther are woods that you can access through the playground. Veterinary services are available in Wakefield, Melrose, Stoneham, Saugus, and Reading, and most are only a few miles from Greenwood."
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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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  • David S.
    "It is NOT a rough neighborhood, nor any criminal activity here. Children are safe here. We all look out for each other. Preschool and grammar school are centrally located, and bus service is provided."
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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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  • Jennifer
    "Lakes, friendly, clean, close to major highways, good schools, amazing restaurants, youth sports, lovely people "
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  • Ruth J.
    "Very dog friendly and most people pick up after their dogs. There is also a dog park on Main Street and when I drive by, I always look to see if anyone is there and it puts a smile on my face."
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  • Ruth J.
    "Very easy to get by through any means of transportation. There is a bus line and the commuter rail and I've been seeing a lot of bike riding."
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  • Ruth J.
    "There's Greenwood Plaza which has much to offer."
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  • Ruth J.
    "The school system is very good. They also have Kumon Learning Center, which I sent my two children to for math and reading comprehension."
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  • Ehlocke
    "I actually know my neighbors. Kids walk to school together. I get a text if I leave my garage door open. Very friendly area. "
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  • Mj S.
    "Desirable Greenwood neighborhood is walkable and family friendly. Wonderful neighborhood community. Walking distance (5-10 minutes) to Greenwood Station commuter rail to downtown Boston. Town plows sidewalk in front of house. "
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Frequently asked questions about 20 Howard St

  • What is 20 Howard St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 20 Howard St in Wakefield, MA is $851,800.
  • What is the price history for 20 Howard St?
    20 Howard St in Wakefield, MA last sold for $495,000 in August 2016.
  • Is Wakefield a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wakefield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wakefield?
    The median sale price in Wakefield is $809K. That is up $3.25K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 20 Howard St?
    The lot at 20 Howard St in Wakefield, MA is about 0.31 acres (13,503 sq ft).
  • Does 20 Howard St have a garage?
    Yes, 20 Howard St in Wakefield, MA has a garage.

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