8 Ames St, Wakefield, MA 01880
OFF MARKET

$607,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 930 sqft

8 Ames St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Greenwood
Est. Refi. Payment $3,835/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 21, 2025 for $600,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$608K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+1.5%)
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 +56% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$609K
August 2026$611K
July 2026$610K
June 2026$600K
May 2026$599K
April 2026$595K
March 2026$599K
February 2026$602K
January 2026$592K
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
54 Lassell St, Wakefield, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$575,000
12/05/25
2
1
1,170
15 Howard St, Wakefield, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$590,723
10/23/25
4
1
1,426
98 Boardman Ave, Melrose, MA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$636,000
04/16/26
2
1
1,370
7 Essex St, Wakefield, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$690,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,632
73 Sweetwater St, Saugus, MA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$560,000
08/14/26
2
1
1,216
17 Heywood Ave, Melrose, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$695,000
06/23/26
3
1
1,495
33 Ledge St, Melrose, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/24/26
3
1
1,521
17 Vale Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/01/26
3
1.5
1,100
39 Pine St, Wakefield, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$810,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,254
7 Holland Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.78
Single-Family Home
$565,000
11/12/25
2
1
914

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
1 Minot St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.03
$913,200
3
2
2,213
Off Market
10 Ames St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.01
$1,486,900
4
4.5
3,292
Off Market
12 Middle St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.04
$932,100
3
2.5
1,610
Off Market
2 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.06
$920,500
3
1.5
1,401
Off Market
23 Grafton St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.05
$870,300
3
2
1,941
Off Market
17 Grafton St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.05
$854,700
3
1
1,584
Off Market
50 Pitman Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.11
$939,800
4
2.5
2,429
Off Market
47 Harrison Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
$1,008,700
4
3
1,677
Off Market
36 Grafton St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.09
$849,000
4
2
1,232
Off Market
17 Pitman Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$911,000
3
2
1,829
Off Market
6 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$930,000
4
2.5
1,982
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
930 sqft
$654/sqft
2 Open Spaces

About this House

Welcome to this charming and well-loved 2 bedroom, 1 bath home, perfectly situated in the desirable Greenwood neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, you'll be drawn in by its classic curb appeal and inviting front entry. This well-maintained property features a cozy living space with a working wood-burning fireplace. The layout offers comfortable living with 2 nicely sized bedrooms, a full bathroom and an eat-in kitchen ready for your personal touch. Step outside to enjoy a cute, manageable yard with a deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The unfinished basement and walk-up attic offer great potential to add additional living space. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor or someone looking to downsize in a great location, the possibilities here are endless. All of this located just minutes from the Greenwood commuter rail, local schools and some of Wakefield's favorite restaurants. Don't miss your chance to bring your vision to life in this adorable neighborhood!
8 Ames St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 930 sqft single-family home in Greenwood, built in 1948. It last sold for $600,000 on Jul 21, 2025 (13% above the $529,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $607,800, with a rent estimate of $2,947/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Gina Bourikas, (781) 789-3973
Lyv Realty, (978) 533-8000
Bought with: Jessica & Sam Group, (508) 615-1207, JW Real Estate Services, LLC, (508) 615-1207
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73396441

Home Details for 8 Ames St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 930 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Oven, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedExterior: Deck, Fenced YardFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 930

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:000034 B:0369 P:0A7+A8, 822143

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $529,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jul 13 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: WakefieldCommunity: GREENWOOD
School Information
Elementary School: GreenwoodJr High / Middle School: Galvin MiddleHigh School: Wakefield High

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 930 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5497 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73396441Above Grade Unfinished Area: 930

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkMedical FacilityLaundromatHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPublic SchoolT-Station

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 21, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73396441
Sold
$600,000
Jun 30, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73396441
Contingent
$529,900
Jun 25, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73396441
Listed For Sale
$529,900
Jun 2, 1994
Source: N/A
Sold
$110,000
Jan 30, 1992
Source: N/A
Sold
$110,000

Market trends in Wakefield

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$765K
$44.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$471
$18MoM
Available listings
52
4MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Greenwood
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What Locals Say about Greenwood

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 96 % Say parking is easy

  • 96 % Say kids play outside

  • 89 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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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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    "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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    "Lots of people walk their dogs around. Always friendly. Nice fields to let them loose in. Everyone is respectful"
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • David S.
    "There are lots of areas to walk dogs in Greenwood, and there is access to 20 acres of town owned. Ther are woods that you can access through the playground. Veterinary services are available in Wakefield, Melrose, Stoneham, Saugus, and Reading, and most are only a few miles from Greenwood."
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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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  • David S.
    "It is NOT a rough neighborhood, nor any criminal activity here. Children are safe here. We all look out for each other. Preschool and grammar school are centrally located, and bus service is provided."
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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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  • Jennifer
    "Lakes, friendly, clean, close to major highways, good schools, amazing restaurants, youth sports, lovely people "
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  • Ruth J.
    "Very dog friendly and most people pick up after their dogs. There is also a dog park on Main Street and when I drive by, I always look to see if anyone is there and it puts a smile on my face."
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  • Ruth J.
    "Very easy to get by through any means of transportation. There is a bus line and the commuter rail and I've been seeing a lot of bike riding."
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  • Ruth J.
    "There's Greenwood Plaza which has much to offer."
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  • Ruth J.
    "The school system is very good. They also have Kumon Learning Center, which I sent my two children to for math and reading comprehension."
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  • Ehlocke
    "I actually know my neighbors. Kids walk to school together. I get a text if I leave my garage door open. Very friendly area. "
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  • Mj S.
    "Desirable Greenwood neighborhood is walkable and family friendly. Wonderful neighborhood community. Walking distance (5-10 minutes) to Greenwood Station commuter rail to downtown Boston. Town plows sidewalk in front of house. "
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Frequently asked questions about 8 Ames St

  • What is 8 Ames St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8 Ames St in Wakefield, MA is $607,800.
  • What is the price history for 8 Ames St?
    8 Ames St in Wakefield, MA last sold for $600,000 in July 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 $765K. That is down $44.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 8 Ames St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8 Ames St in Wakefield, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 8 Ames St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8 Ames St in Wakefield, MA has in-unit laundry.

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