This isn't just a colonial home - it's a lifestyle property disguised as a 3-bedroom residence. Inside the Home: Nine thoughtfully designed rooms flow across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The finished lower level adds versatility (home office, gym, teen retreat - you decide). But here's where it gets interesting: with minor modifications, you've got in-law suite potential for multi-generational living. The Real Show-Stopper: Step outside and prepare to cancel your vacation plans.The backyard isn't just landscaped - it's curated. Fruit trees offer seasonal harvests. Abundant plantings create year-round visual interest. The patio area features a stone fireplace for cool evenings, a soothing fountain, and built-in stone seating that whispers "stay awhile."A charming playhouse (perfect for little dreamers or Instagram-worthy garden storage). An outdoor cabana/workshop. Perfect for those seeking flexible living arrangements and Entertainers who need indoor comfort and outdoor wow-factor!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$484Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chuha & Scouten Team• Leading Edge Real Estate
Listed by Stephen Chuha• Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Erica Ferrell• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Est. $3,154 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 43 Wakefield St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73491676
May 15, 2026
Sold
$1,125,000
$484/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Listed
$999,900
$430/sq ft
MLS PIN #30175347
Sep 26, 1997
Sold
$289,000
$124/sq ft
Aug 11, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 1997
Listed
$289,900
$125/sq ft
LOCATION LOCATION! GREAT COLONIAL ON CORNER LOT - NEWER ADDITION ON 1ST FLR IS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE W/FR, BR & FULL BA. HOME FEATURES I.G. POOL W/GUEST HOUSE/CABANA, KITCHENETTE & FULL BA.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,879 (+1.1%)
$511,900 + $443,200
$955,100
2024
$10,758 (+3.1%)
$491,800 + $426,100
$917,900
2023
$10,431 (+3.8%)
$443,400 + $385,100
$828,500
2022
$10,051 (+1.8%)
$403,100 + $350,900
$754,000
2021
$9,871 (+3.9%)
$386,200 + $328,600
$714,800
2020
$9,497 (+2.8%)
$367,600 + $313,200
$680,800
2019
$9,234 (+8.7%)
$350,100 + $298,800
$648,900
2018
$8,495 (+4.7%)
$330,200 + $282,300
$612,500
2017
$8,115 (+10.1%)
$311,500 + $266,900
$578,400
2016
$7,373 (+6.6%)
$279,100 + $229,400
$508,500
2015
$6,918 (+3.1%)
$257,900 + $212,700
$470,600
2014
$6,708 (−2.0%)
$249,200 + $205,900
$455,100
2013
$6,847 (+2.8%)
$240,400 + $217,900
$458,300
2012
$6,663 (+3.9%)
$253,000 + $217,900
$470,900
2011
$6,414
$253,000 + $211,800
$464,800
2010
$6,414 (+7.9%)
$253,000 + $211,800
$464,800
2009
$5,943
$290,400 + $159,500
$449,900
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,324
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
737143
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Cabana, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2324
Below Grade Finished Area: 1267
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Cabana
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,879
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public, Cistern
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Location
School Information
High School: Reading Memorial
Location Information
Directions: Off of Haverhill or Charles
UnparsedAddress: 43 Wakefield St, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,324
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Middlesex County
APN: 737143
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
50% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, MA • 01867
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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50
32
59
40
68
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79
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85
66
80
59
74
55
64
45
52
36
38
24
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.20M – $1.45M
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