Backup offers
$6,886 Closing Credit¹
#73357163, Christopher Barrett, Listing Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
$619,900 List price
42 Herbert St Wakefield, MA 01880
$7,361
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,152 sqft
0.3 acres
$538 / sqft
House
Property details
About 42 Herbert St
Well maintained cape, 2 bedrooms on first floor, 16 x 14 unfinished room ready to finish on 2nd floor. Relaxing cathedral ceiling family room with 2 sliders to exterior deck. Views over the tree tops. Kitchen with eating area. Living room with hardwood floors. Nice size main bedroom with hardwood floors. Cosmetic updates will make this "your" home with design and colors. Newer Boiler and water tank. Town currently plows street in winter. Wakefield has Train station, bus routes, downtown shopping and Melrose/Wakefield Hospital. Access to Rt 95/128 short distance to Rt 93 and Rt 1. Enjoy the nature of Lake Quannapowitt, events on the common throughout the year, the signature event 4th of July Parade running since 1920's. This may be the one for you. Don't hesitate, you won't want to miss it.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,152 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.27 Acres
Year built1949
ParkingOff Street, Tandem, Paved
MLS #73351399
Summary
- MLS Number: 73351399
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: LAER Realty Partners
- Office Phone: (978) 251-8221
- Listing Agent: Pamela Armstrong
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 1987 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $597,900 | $6,726 |
| 2023 | $545,300 | $6,396 |
| 2022 | $496,700 | $6,119 |
| 2021 | $471,500 | $6,002 |
| 2020 | $440,900 | $5,630 |
| 2019 | $419,100 | $5,377 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Woodville Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.5 mi
•30 Farm St
8
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.2 mi
•1030 Main St
10
Walton Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.4 mi
•18 Davidson Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,337. Residents of Wakefield, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
11%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Symphony or Opera
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
Chico's
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Boston Market
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volvo
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Talk/Personality
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 42 Herbert St
This home is located at 42 Herbert St in Wakefield, MA and zip code 01880. This 1,152 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $619,900.
While more than 8 listings in Wakefield, MA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 4 were sold below. In March 2025 in Wakefield, MA there were 32.6% more homes for sale than in February. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $777,666, while the average time on the real estate market was 22 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.