48 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
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SOLD
NOV 20, 2025

48 Bay State Rd
Wakefield, MA 01880

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,005 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$790,000

Last Sold: Nov 20, 2025
4% below list $825K
$394/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,739/mo*
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$790,000

Last Sold: Nov 20, 2025
4% below list $825K
$394/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,739/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,005 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$811K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$93K (+13%)
Since last sale
Increased$19K (+2.4%)
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 +121% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$809K
July 2026$813K
June 2026$797K
May 2026$799K
April 2026$792K
March 2026$792K
February 2026$799K
January 2026$790K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
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3
2.5
2,490
270 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.60
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$768,500
03/20/26
3
2
2,195
57 Edward Ave, Lynnfield, MA
0.49
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$970,000
10/03/25
4
2
1,908
23 Governors Dr, Reading, MA
0.49
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$615,000
12/05/25
4
1.5
1,638
25 Juniper Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.59
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$885,000
03/12/26
3
2
2,364
380 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA
0.70
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$815,000
11/06/25
3
1.5
1,677
284 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.64
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$897,000
05/28/26
4
2
2,196
304 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.70
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$795,000
10/30/25
3
2
2,592
7 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$775,000
07/13/26
3
2.5
2,579

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
26 Quannapowitt Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.22
$1,240,100
4
3.5
3,120
Off Market
5 Wyoma St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.23
$879,100
2
3
2,033
Off Market
23 Quannapowitt Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.24
$693,100
2
2
1,634
Off Market
3 Winnisimette Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.26
$698,300
2
1.5
1,056
Off Market
15 Quannapowitt Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.26
$600,000
3
1
1,332
Recently Sold
7 King St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.27
$832,600
3
1
1,782
Off Market
2 Four Lakeview Cir, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.29
-
5
3
2,461
Off Market
10 King St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.29
$1,041,700
6
3
3,435
Off Market
64 Haverhill St, Reading, MA 01867
0.31
$875,916
3
2
2,422
For Sale
86 Haverhill St, Reading, MA 01867
0.32
$1,327,400
4
4.5
4,244
Off Market
39 Edward Ave, Lynnfield, MA 01940
0.40
$977,700
4
2
2,301
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1935
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
2,005 sqft
Price/Sqft
$394/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Beautiful 3 bedroom Cape. This home is set back from the road with plenty of parking and a private back yard oasis. Nothing to do but move into this tastefully updated home with ample living space. The first floor has a young kitchen open to the dining room, 1/2 bath, living room, playroom/den with a closet and 3 season porch. The lower level offers great finished space including a 3/4 bath and walk out with a dog shed dormer. Upstairs is a full bath and 3 bedrooms with built ins for extra storage. The yard has a 2 car garage, above ground pool, patio with fire pit and privacy fencing. Almost equidistance, under 2 miles, to shops and restaurants at both downtown Wakefield and Reading, about 1/2 mile to Lake Quannapowitt and just under a mile to the 137 bus to Oak Grove/Malden Center.
48 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,005 sqft single-family home built in 1935. It last sold for $790,000 on Nov 20, 2025 (4% below the $824,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $811,400, with a rent estimate of $4,128/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Laurie Hunt, (781) 244-3350
North Star RE Agents, LLC, (781) 587-2942
Bought with: The Movement Group, (978) 712-9570, Compass, (617) 206-3333
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73440301

Home Details for 48 Bay State Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2005 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Flooring Wood, Flooring Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioExterior: Deck, Patio, Pool - Above GroundFoundation: StoneHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 9No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 11Parking: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street
Pool
Pool: Above GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1395Finished Area (below surface): 610

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935
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: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet In Info PackParcel Number: M:00001A B:0024 P:00019C, 819216

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $824,900Price Per Sqft: $394/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 31 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wakefield
School Information
Elementary School: Check W/ SuperintendentJr High / Middle School: GmsHigh School: Wmhs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2005 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Inspection

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73440301Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1395

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 20, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73440301
Sold
$790,000
Oct 26, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73440301
Contingent
$824,900
Oct 6, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73440301
Listed For Sale
$824,900
Jan 30, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$336,200
Dec 11, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$339,900

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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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 48 Bay State Rd

  • What is 48 Bay State Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 48 Bay State Rd in Wakefield, MA is $811,400.
  • What is the price history for 48 Bay State Rd?
    48 Bay State Rd in Wakefield, MA last sold for $790,000 in November 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 48 Bay State Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 48 Bay State Rd in Wakefield, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 48 Bay State Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 48 Bay State Rd in Wakefield, MA has a pool.

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