48 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
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 $4,566/mo*
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$790,000

Last Sold: Nov 20, 2025
4% below list $825K
$394/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,566/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,005 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

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Local Information

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Description

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.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 20, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$394/sqft
Listed
128 days ago

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
Last check for updates: about 1 hour 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

Price History for 48 Bay State Rd

DatePriceEventSource
11/20/2025$790,000Sold
MLS PIN #73440301
10/26/2025$824,900ContingentMLS PIN #73440301
10/06/2025$824,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73440301
01/30/2015$336,200Sold
N/A
12/11/2014$339,900PendingAgent Provided
12/02/2014$339,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,846
Assessment$603,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 48 Bay State Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
64 Haverhill St, Reading, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$815,000
08/08/25
3
1.5
1,688
270 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$768,500
03/20/26
3
2
2,195
5 Wyoma St, Wakefield, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$865,000
08/15/25
2
3
2,033
57 Edward Ave, Lynnfield, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$970,000
10/03/25
4
2
1,908
23 Governors Dr, Reading, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$615,000
12/05/25
4
1.5
1,638
25 Juniper Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$885,000
03/12/26
3
2
2,364
7 Fernwood Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.74
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/04/25
3
2
1,982
380 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$815,000
11/06/25
3
1.5
1,677
304 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$795,000
10/30/25
3
2
2,592

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Wakefield

At least 152 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 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

  • 69 % 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Alton Zink
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "digs and walkers are always around. very friendly and secure neighborhood. everyone looks out for each other."
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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48 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,005 sqft single-family home built in 1935. This property is not currently available for sale. 48 Bay State Rd was last sold on Nov 20, 2025 for $790,000 (4% lower than the asking price of $824,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 48 Bay State Rd is $796,300.