8 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
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SOLD
OCT 28, 2025

8 Thorndike Rd
Wakefield, MA 01880

Montrose
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,895 sqft

$763,000

Last Sold: Oct 28, 2025
2% below list $775K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,559/mo*
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$763,000

Last Sold: Oct 28, 2025
2% below list $775K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,559/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,895 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Welcome to this spacious, custom-built Cape situated on a desirable cul-de-sac. Offering 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, and 1.5 baths, this home provides plenty of space and flexibility for today’s living. The main level features a formal living room with a cozy fireplace, a dining room just off the kitchen, an exterior door leading directly to the backyard, a full bathroom, and two bedrooms. Upstairs you’ll find two additional generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space. Hardwood flooring runs throughout the home, adding warmth and character. The lower level is high and open, providing excellent potential for finishing, complete with a half bath, laundry area, and bulkhead access. The backyard is super private and quiet, perfect for outdoor enjoyment, and includes an in-ground pool (in need of some work) offering endless possibilities for summer fun. A one-car garage completes the package. Don’t miss out!
8 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,895 sqft single-family home in Montrose, built in 1953. It last sold for $763,000 on Oct 28, 2025 (2% below the $774,986 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $770,000, with a rent estimate of $4,829/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$403/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8 Thorndike Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Slab,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1895 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Bathroom - Half,Electric Dryer Hookup,Exterior Access,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
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: Accessible EntranceFloors: Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced YardFoundation: BlockHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Off Street
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1895

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
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:000028 B:0045 P:000H10, 820946

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $774,986Price Per Sqft: $403/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 13 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wakefield

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1895 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9191 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73432253Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1895

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsMedical FacilityLaundromatHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPublic School
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Matt Tasgin, (857) 361-8584
United Brokers, (781) 629-2258
Bought with: Jodi Fitzgerald, (781) 439-1856, Fitzgerald & Associates, (978) 664-4709
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73432253

Price History for 8 Thorndike Rd

DatePriceEventSource
10/28/2025$763,000Sold
MLS PIN #73432253
10/03/2025$774,986ContingentMLS PIN #73432253
09/23/2025$774,986PriceChange
MLS PIN #73432253
09/17/2025$799,986Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73432253
08/14/2001$350,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Wakefield

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$806K
$89.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$468
$15MoM
Available listings
54
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,700
Assessment$678,400
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Montrose

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  • 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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