5 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880
OFF MARKET

$806,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,857 sqft

5 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Est. Refi. Payment $4,857/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 25, 1987 for $174,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$806K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$16K (-1.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$639K (+366%)
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 +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$813K
July 2026$818K
June 2026$827K
May 2026$842K
April 2026$809K
March 2026$798K
February 2026$771K
January 2026$757K
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
45 Aborn Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$910,000
10/17/25
3
1.5
1,632
60 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$925,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,645
16 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$999,999
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,668
47 Aborn Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$855,000
11/10/25
3
1.5
1,386
117 Salem St, Wakefield, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$730,000
10/06/25
3
1.5
1,644
48 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$930,000
01/07/26
3
2.5
3,004
270 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$768,500
03/20/26
3
2
2,195
36 Salem St, Wakefield, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$765,000
09/19/25
3
1.5
1,750
22 Wayland Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$720,000
02/09/26
2
1
1,663
7 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$775,000
07/13/26
3
2.5
2,579

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
176 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.05
$1,035,700
3
2.5
1,630
Off Market
23 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$970,700
3
1.5
1,636
Off Market
13 Flanders Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.09
$1,190,900
3
2
2,110
Off Market
21-21A Sweetser St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
-
5
2
2,065
Off Market
31 Sweetser St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$835,800
4
2
1,773
Off Market
33 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.15
$1,052,100
3
3
2,037
Off Market
28 Court St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.19
$986,200
3
2
1,987
Off Market
108 Pleasant St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.21
$867,900
3
1.5
1,952
Off Market
23 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.21
$897,900
4
2.5
2,709
Off Market
51 Court St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.22
$948,300
3
1.5
1,932
Off Market
37 Aborn Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.24
$965,800
3
1.5
1,849
Off Market
48 Cordis St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.25
$930,000
3
2.5
3,004
Recently Sold

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
1931
Living Area
1,857 sqft
Price/Sqft
$434
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 5 Central St, Wakefield, MA. 5 Central St is in Wakefield, MA and in ZIP code 01880. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,857 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6098 sqft and was built in 1931.
5 Central St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,857 sqft single-family home built in 1931. It last sold for $174,500 on Sep 25, 1987. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $806,400, with a rent estimate of $3,307/month.

Home Details for 5 Central St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilHeating Fuel: Oil
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1931Year Updated: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 25, 1987
Source: N/A
Sold
$174,500

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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "It is a small little community within a bigger town."
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  • Sam C.
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  • Rebecca R.
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    "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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    "Beautiful Lake Quannapowitt, and very close to the center of town."
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    "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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    "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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    "very friendly and well maintained neighborhoods. good schools, very safe close to highways. very walkable. love livinh here."
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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 5 Central St

  • What is 5 Central St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5 Central St in Wakefield, MA is $806,400.
  • What is the price history for 5 Central St?
    5 Central St in Wakefield, MA last sold for $174,500 in September 1987.
  • 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 5 Central St?
    The lot at 5 Central St in Wakefield, MA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).
  • Does 5 Central St have a garage?
    Yes, 5 Central St in Wakefield, MA has a garage.

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