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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52
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. 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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