Home it is! Comfortably nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, yet convenient to all Wakefield has to offer with easy commute options. Meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a renovated 2nd floor, roof, and heating system, this lovely, expanded Cape features 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor and 2 on the 2nd floor. Boasting built-ins and spacious closets, and accompanied by 2 newly renovated baths on each floor. A partially finished basement has the potential for just about anything - playroom, 2nd family room, guest suite, etc. An abundance of windows grace this home with natural light while 2 decorative fireplaces inspire warmth. An epic backyard equipped with a Victorian Gazebo, storage shed, and built-in fire pit, creates a landscape filled with opportunity for entertaining, playing or simply relaxing. Attached garage with a built-in working space tops off this gem of a property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$380Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathy Mestari• Maureen Fiorelli Rlty Assoc
Come home to this expanded Cape on a cul-de-sac featuring many things including a great level backyard perfect for playing, relaxing, and entertaining. Most of the major upgrades have been done for you including renovated 2nd floor, roof, and heating system. With 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor and 2 more on the updated 2nd, the floor plan offers many things for today's living! Fireplaces are ornamental, basement is partially finished, and both lend to the potential that can be found in this home. Attached garage has a workshop in tandem. Convenient to all Wakefield has to offer, coupled with easy commute options, you are invited to stop by and take a look! You will be glad you did.
MLS PIN #30337350
Oct 28, 1999
Sold
$255,000
$104/sq ft
Sep 29, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 1999
Listed
$268,900
$110/sq ft
LOCATION! WELL MAINTAINED OVERSIZED CAPE ON CUL-DE-SAC. UPDATED MAPLE COUNTRY KIT,HW FLRS,NEW E GLASS THERMO WIND. 36' LONG GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP. WOOD/COAL STOVE LL FAM RM. IN-GRD POOL WITH SUMMER HSE. FILLED IN OIL TANK FRONT YARD.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,414 (+4.0%)
$400,200 + $341,100
$741,300
2024
$8,094 (+3.5%)
$388,400 + $331,100
$719,500
2023
$7,817 (+4.7%)
$359,600 + $306,800
$666,400
2022
$7,467 (+4.9%)
$326,900 + $279,200
$606,100
2021
$7,121 (+4.0%)
$303,800 + $255,600
$559,400
2020
$6,847 (+3.1%)
$291,200 + $245,000
$536,200
2019
$6,642 (+5.7%)
$281,200 + $236,500
$517,700
2018
$6,285 (+2.8%)
$263,600 + $221,700
$485,300
2017
$6,114 (+3.3%)
$251,000 + $218,200
$469,200
2016
$5,919 (+8.7%)
$232,000 + $206,800
$438,800
2015
$5,445 (+8.8%)
$216,900 + $187,000
$403,900
2014
$5,006 (+3.9%)
$210,200 + $181,500
$391,700
2013
$4,819 (+3.3%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2012
$4,666 (+3.9%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2011
$4,493 (+8.2%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2010
$4,153 (+2.8%)
$213,900 + $167,800
$381,700
2009
$4,041
$217,200 + $170,200
$387,400
Tax history for 12 Thorndike Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,414 (+4.0%)
$400,200 + $341,100
$741,300
2024
$8,094 (+3.5%)
$388,400 + $331,100
$719,500
2023
$7,817 (+4.7%)
$359,600 + $306,800
$666,400
2022
$7,467 (+4.9%)
$326,900 + $279,200
$606,100
2021
$7,121 (+4.0%)
$303,800 + $255,600
$559,400
2020
$6,847 (+3.1%)
$291,200 + $245,000
$536,200
2019
$6,642 (+5.7%)
$281,200 + $236,500
$517,700
2018
$6,285 (+2.8%)
$263,600 + $221,700
$485,300
2017
$6,114 (+3.3%)
$251,000 + $218,200
$469,200
2016
$5,919 (+8.7%)
$232,000 + $206,800
$438,800
2015
$5,445 (+8.8%)
$216,900 + $187,000
$403,900
2014
$5,006 (+3.9%)
$210,200 + $181,500
$391,700
2013
$4,819 (+3.3%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2012
$4,666 (+3.9%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2011
$4,493 (+8.2%)
$210,200 + $181,900
$392,100
2010
$4,153 (+2.8%)
$213,900 + $167,800
$381,700
2009
$4,041
$217,200 + $170,200
$387,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
2,442
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3718076S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
UnparsedAddress: 12 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,442
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3718076S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Dolbeare Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
62% 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
Wakefield, MA • 01880
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$881,000 – $1.07M
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