42 Herbert St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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OFF MARKET

42 Herbert St
Wakefield, MA 01880

East Side
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,152 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$625,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026

$625,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,152 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Well maintained cape, 2 bedrooms on first floor, 16 x 14 unfinished room ready to finish on 2nd floor. Relaxing cathedral ceiling family room with 2 sliders to exterior deck. Views over the tree tops. Kitchen with eating area. Living room with hardwood floors. Nice size main bedroom with hardwood floors. Cosmetic updates will make this "your" home with design and colors. Newer Boiler and water tank. Town currently plows street in winter. Wakefield has Train station, bus routes, downtown shopping and Melrose/Wakefield Hospital. Access to Rt 95/128 short distance to Rt 93 and Rt 1. Enjoy the nature of Lake Quannapowitt, events on the common throughout the year, the signature event 4th of July Parade running since 1920's. This may be the one for you. Don't hesitate, you won't want to miss it.
42 Herbert St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,152 sqft single-family home in East Side, built in 1949. It last sold for $630,000 on May 30, 2025 (2% above the $619,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $625,500, with a rent estimate of $3,087/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
6 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 42 Herbert St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1152 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck - CompositeExterior: Deck - Composite, Rain GuttersFoundation: Block, Stone
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 6No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Off Street,Tandem,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: Private Road, Dead EndRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 105.00
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1152

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Hitchcock Table And Chair In Living Room, Some Other Personal Items.Parcel Number: 819118

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $619,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Apr 29 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wakefield

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1152 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73351399Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1152

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingMedical FacilityHighway AccessPublic SchoolT-Station
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Pamela Armstrong, (978) 808-2808
LAER Realty Partners, (978) 251-8221
Bought with: Zach Barron, (617) 939-1078, Core Property Group LLC, (617) 523-1200
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73351399

Price History for 42 Herbert St

DatePriceEventSource
05/30/2025$630,000Sold
MLS PIN #73351399
04/17/2025$619,900ContingentMLS PIN #73351399
04/16/2025$619,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73351399
04/09/2025$629,900ListingRemovedMLS PIN #73351399
04/02/2025$629,900ContingentMLS PIN #73351399
03/28/2025$629,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73351399

Market trends in Wakefield

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,826
Assessment$601,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 42 Herbert St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
14 Wilson Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$586,000
05/29/26
1
1
1,398
8 Everett St, Wakefield, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$600,000
12/11/25
3
1
1,246
7 Coolidge Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$637,500
10/30/25
3
2
1,802
216 Nahant St, Wakefield, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$780,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,728
381 Water St, Wakefield, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$640,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,890
34 Stark Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$725,000
04/16/26
3
2
1,702
14 Harding Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$865,000
06/25/26
3
1.5
1,695
6 Highland St, Wakefield, MA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$639,000
06/26/26
2
1
1,015
61 Nahant St, Wakefield, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$837,500
04/08/26
3
2.5
1,582
7 Holland Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.63
Single-Family Home
$565,000
11/12/25
2
1
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about East Side

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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