Attention Investors this is a rare opportunity! This well maintained multi family property is a legal 4 family with additional 5th apartment located in the vibrant Wakefield Center! Maintenance free vinyl siding, newer windows, updated systems and hardwood floors. All units have separate heating systems, electric panels, storage area's and letters of full deleading compliance. Tenants pay for their own heat & electric. Excellent rental history & income. Bright Spacious floor plans with large eat in kitchens, living areas and back porches. Long term tenants, ample parking for 7 cars. Laundry room with coin laundry, paved parking lot. Great Location Wakefield Center near Route 128, Route 1, Route 93, Commuter Train to Boston, Lake, Restaurants and Stores.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
5,500 sq ftLot Size
$348Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by Frank Interrante• Allton Realty, LLC
Bought with Amber D'Ambrosio• Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
LEGAL NON-CONFORMING FOUR FAMILY DWELLING...OWNER'S UNIT HAS 6 ROOMS PLUS 2 BATHS...3 UNITS HAVE 3 ROOMS EACH...VINYL REPLACEMENT WINDOWS THRUOUT...NICE FENCED YARD...CONVENIENT LOCATION...
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,795 (+2.4%)
$267,100 + $772,100
$1,039,200
2024
$11,522 (+1.7%)
$263,200 + $761,000
$1,024,200
2023
$11,334 (+4.5%)
$248,300 + $717,900
$966,200
2022
$10,842 (+5.6%)
$226,100 + $653,900
$880,000
2021
$10,271 (+5.7%)
$211,900 + $594,900
$806,800
2020
$9,719 (+19.1%)
$199,900 + $561,200
$761,100
2019
$8,160 (+8.9%)
$189,600 + $446,400
$636,000
2018
$7,495 (+3.9%)
$178,500 + $400,300
$578,800
2017
$7,217 (+16.1%)
$170,900 + $383,000
$553,900
2016
$6,215 (+3.0%)
$159,800 + $300,900
$460,700
2015
$6,035 (+8.6%)
$155,300 + $292,400
$447,700
2014
$5,555 (+1.9%)
$150,800 + $283,900
$434,700
2013
$5,452 (+0.5%)
$130,600 + $313,000
$443,600
2012
$5,423 (+3.8%)
$130,600 + $325,100
$455,700
2011
$5,222 (+7.8%)
$130,600 + $325,100
$455,700
2010
$4,846 (+0.9%)
$159,200 + $286,200
$445,400
2009
$4,801
$159,200 + $301,100
$460,300
Tax history for 17 Columbia Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,795 (+2.4%)
$267,100 + $772,100
$1,039,200
2024
$11,522 (+1.7%)
$263,200 + $761,000
$1,024,200
2023
$11,334 (+4.5%)
$248,300 + $717,900
$966,200
2022
$10,842 (+5.6%)
$226,100 + $653,900
$880,000
2021
$10,271 (+5.7%)
$211,900 + $594,900
$806,800
2020
$9,719 (+19.1%)
$199,900 + $561,200
$761,100
2019
$8,160 (+8.9%)
$189,600 + $446,400
$636,000
2018
$7,495 (+3.9%)
$178,500 + $400,300
$578,800
2017
$7,217 (+16.1%)
$170,900 + $383,000
$553,900
2016
$6,215 (+3.0%)
$159,800 + $300,900
$460,700
2015
$6,035 (+8.6%)
$155,300 + $292,400
$447,700
2014
$5,555 (+1.9%)
$150,800 + $283,900
$434,700
2013
$5,452 (+0.5%)
$130,600 + $313,000
$443,600
2012
$5,423 (+3.8%)
$130,600 + $325,100
$455,700
2011
$5,222 (+7.8%)
$130,600 + $325,100
$455,700
2010
$4,846 (+0.9%)
$159,200 + $286,200
$445,400
2009
$4,801
$159,200 + $301,100
$460,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
3,688
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
3545161S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 7
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 6
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 22
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y
Unit #3 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Unit #4 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 3
Lease: Y
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,688
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 6
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray
Lead Paint: None, Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Property Information
PropertySubType: 4 Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,159
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Location Information
Directions: Water Street to Columbia Road
UnparsedAddress: 17 Columbia Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,688
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3545161S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
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.