5 Nelson Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
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OFF MARKET

5 Nelson Ave
Wakefield, MA 01880

Montrose
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,051 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$880,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,138/mo*
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$880,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,138/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,051 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

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Description

This single-family home is located at 5 Nelson Ave, Wakefield, MA. 5 Nelson Ave is in the Montrose neighborhood in Wakefield, MA and in ZIP code 01880. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 2,051 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 10890 sqft and was built in 1955.
5 Nelson Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,051 sqft single-family home in Montrose, built in 1955. It last sold for $470,000 on Aug 28, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $880,200, with a rent estimate of $4,306/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 5 Nelson Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, OilHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatio

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955Year Updated: 1967
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price History for 5 Nelson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/28/2015$470,000Sold
N/A
07/10/2015$479,900PendingAgent Provided
07/07/2015$479,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/01/2015$479,900PendingAgent Provided
06/24/2015$479,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/03/2015$489,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/16/2009$351,500Sold
N/A
06/05/2009$349,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Wakefield

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,821
Assessment$689,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5 Nelson Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
9 Nelson Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$860,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,850
11 Muriel Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$770,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,500
8 Mitchell Ln, Wakefield, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$895,000
07/09/25
4
2
1,949
18 Muriel Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,039,900
08/07/25
4
3
2,136
34 Andrews Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$985,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,800
15 Hartshorne Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$926,500
06/25/26
5
2
2,340
17 Louise Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$690,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,638
2 Appleton Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$830,000
07/08/25
3
1.5
2,050
398 Salem St, Wakefield, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$700,000
07/01/26
3
1
1,869
11 Beechtree Cir, Wakefield, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$980,000
07/07/25
3
2.5
2,166

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Neighborhood Overview

Montrose
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What Locals Say about Montrose

At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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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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  • 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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  • 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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