68 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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$782,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 11, 2026
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath

68 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Home Highlights

Apartment

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

$2,000 utilities included
NON-SMOKING, pet-friendly apartment available March 1st

Included:
* Heat/Electric/Gas/Water
* Dishwasher
* Hardwood flooring
* Fenced backyard
* Stand up shower (no tub)
* Off street parking for one car

No laundry

Pets:
* Cats OK (Max: two cats)
* Dogs
MOST breeds
OK (Max: one large dog or two small)

Other:
* NO SMOKING in OR around apartment
* Only 1/4 mile from Lake Quannapowitt
* The Train Station at 225 North Avenue is only one mile away.
* The MBTA Bus Stop is only a two minute walk.

Financial considerations:
First months rent and a security deposit of $2,000 are due at lease signing.
One year lease required, tenant at will thereafter.

ALL tenants MUST be able to pass a CORI background check and a CREDIT check.

NO SMOKING in OR around apartment

First months rent and a security deposit of $2,000 are due at lease signing.

One year lease required, tenant at will thereafter.

ALL tenants MUST be able to pass a CORI background check and a CREDIT check.
68 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment. It last sold for $189,000 on Jan 13, 1999 (9,350% above the $2,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $2,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 16, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $782,900, with a rent estimate of $1,757/month.

Home Details for 68 Salem St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 68 Salem St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
298 Main St #12, Wakefield, MA
0.37
Apartment
$420,000
07/13/26
1
1
619 sqft
1011 Main St #13, Woburn, MA
4.84
Apartment
$320,000
07/28/26
2
1
762 sqft
133 Salem St #310, Revere, MA
5.50
Apartment
$436,000
09/11/25
2
1
775 sqft
363 Broadway, Malden, MA
5.35
Apartment
$590,000
12/12/25
3
1
1,000 sqft
32 Birch Brook Rd, Lynn, MA
5.04
Apartment
$784,100
08/07/26
-
-
12 Woodland St, Everett, MA
6.60
Apartment
$325,000
12/10/25
1
1
-
881 Broadway #21, Everett, MA
6.34
Apartment
$225,000
10/03/25
1
507 sqft
20 Amaranth Ave, Medford, MA
6.51
Apartment
$855,000
03/12/26
2
1
900 sqft
320 Middlesex Ave, Medford, MA
6.76
Apartment
$740,455
08/17/26
1
1
787 sqft
29 Harvard Ave, Medford, MA
7.06
Apartment
$430,000
01/26/26
1
1
610 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Wakefield

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,757/mo
Average rent
$2.6K
$125MoM
Available listings
43
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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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  • 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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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 16, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,000
Jan 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Aug 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Aug 17, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,400
Feb 4, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 68 Salem St

  • What is 68 Salem St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 68 Salem St in Wakefield, MA is $782,900.
  • What is the price history for 68 Salem St?
    68 Salem St in Wakefield, MA last sold for $189,000 in January 1999.
  • 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 68 Salem St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 68 Salem St in Wakefield, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 68 Salem St have parking?
    Yes, 68 Salem St in Wakefield, MA has on-site parking.

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