8 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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OFF MARKET

$774,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,980 sqft

8 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 01880

East Side
Est. Refi. Payment $4,642/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 5, 2012 for $255,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$774K
Since last month
Decreased$24K (-3%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$520K (+203.9%)
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 +65% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$775K
August 2026$774K
July 2026$799K
June 2026$799K
May 2026$809K
April 2026$797K
March 2026$785K
February 2026$754K
January 2026$737K
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
16 Pleasant St, Wakefield, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$762,000
03/31/26
4
1.5
2,174
19 Wakefield Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$785,000
07/03/26
3
2
2,246
7 Coolidge Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$637,500
10/30/25
3
2
1,802
9 Hart St, Wakefield, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$652,000
07/07/26
2
2
1,817
9 2nd St, Wakefield, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$715,000
04/29/26
3
1.5
1,388
14 Harding Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$865,000
06/25/26
3
1.5
1,695
350 Water St, Wakefield, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$850,000
05/14/26
4
2
1,655
18 Franklin St, Wakefield, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$717,100
12/01/25
4
1.5
1,759
18 Nahant St, Wakefield, MA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$780,000
08/31/26
3
1.5
1,460
20 Curtis St, Wakefield, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$890,000
09/08/25
4
2.5
2,533

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
13 Melvin St #2, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.03
$883,400
3
2.5
2,084
Off Market
9 Cyrus St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$915,000
5
2
2,772
Recently Sold
14 Columbia Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.10
$1,150,000
7
3
4,052
For Sale
11 Columbia Rd #3, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.13
$335,300
1
1
515
Off Market
11 Columbia Rd #6, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.13
$343,100
1
1
492
Off Market
11 Columbia Rd #5, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.13
$308,400
1
1
492
Off Market
11 Columbia Rd #8, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$330,000
1
1
532
Recently Sold
11 Columbia Rd #7, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$349,500
1
1
534
Recently Sold
234 Water St #202, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$415,000
2
1
726
Recently Sold
234 Water St #104, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$485,400
2
1
967
Off Market
234 Water St #204, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$405,000
2
1
674
Recently Sold
234 Water St #301, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$429,900
2
1
684
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,980 sqft
Price/Sqft
$391

About this House

Spacious four bedroom two full bath Colonial offers easy access to public transportation, schools, local shopping and restaurants. Updated kitchen and newer ceramic tile flooring. Second floor bedrooms, full bath, windows and roof were added in 2001. Lower level has large finished familyroom with walk out. Rear yard is terraced and is a gardener???Ts delight! Add personal touches and make this home your own.
8 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,980 sqft single-family home in East Side, built in 1940. It last sold for $255,000 on Oct 5, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $774,200, with a rent estimate of $4,531/month.

Home Details for 8 Melvin St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylGarden
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940Year Updated: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7249 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 5, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$255,000
Aug 8, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$292,000
Aug 2, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$292,000
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 13, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$305,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jun 28, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$320,000

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

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about East Side

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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    "It’s a walking town! You can get everywhere within 15 minutes, park, grocery store, commuter rail, library, bank, schools etc...."
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Frequently asked questions about 8 Melvin St

  • What is 8 Melvin St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8 Melvin St in Wakefield, MA is $774,200.
  • What is the price history for 8 Melvin St?
    8 Melvin St in Wakefield, MA last sold for $255,000 in October 2012.
  • 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 8 Melvin St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8 Melvin St in Wakefield, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 8 Melvin St?
    The lot at 8 Melvin St in Wakefield, MA is about 0.17 acres (7,249 sq ft).

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