EXTERIOR WORK ADDED AND PRICE REDUCED. COME SEE THIS BEAUTIFUL, FAMILY HOME ON SUNDAY. NOT A DRIVE-BY. Spacious 4 bedroom cape, centrally located in desirable Wakefield. The whole family can relax comfortably in the over-sized living room (14x24) with plenty of natural light. Dining room features classic, original hardwoods that have retained their beauty. First floor bathroom houses the washer and dryer, which are conveniently located near the kitchen and 2 first floor bedrooms. One of the upstairs bedrooms has a custom painted Fenway Park "Green Monster" wall that must be seen to be appreciated. Unwind on the newer deck that overlooks one of the most sizable yards on the street. Yard features a brick fireplace, patio area, and swing set that is negotiable. Updates also include recent GAS CONVERSION WITH BRAND NEW HEATING SYSTEM that features 3 zones, and a new vinyl fence. French drain system added years back makes for a very dry basement.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$483Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Andrew McCaul• Aspen Realty Group LLC
Bought with Angie's Home Team• RE/MAX Leading Edge
Conveniently located four bedroom, two bath Cape that has been completely renovated! Front to back living room with hardwood floor and lots of windows. New white kitchen with breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Refinished original pine floor in dining room. First floor laundry in 3/4 bath and two first floor bedrooms. Replacement windows throughout. Newer roof. Patio overlooks very large private yard with barbecue pit.
Public Records
Aug 28, 1987
Sold
$149,500
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,098 (+9.7%)
$388,600 + $301,200
$689,800
2025
$7,385 (+1.5%)
$366,500 + $284,200
$650,700
2024
$7,278 (+5.1%)
$364,400 + $282,500
$646,900
2023
$6,922 (+4.5%)
$332,300 + $257,800
$590,100
2022
$6,622 (+2.5%)
$302,700 + $234,800
$537,500
2021
$6,458 (+6.6%)
$282,200 + $225,100
$507,300
2020
$6,056 (+4.7%)
$263,800 + $210,400
$474,200
2019
$5,785 (+7.4%)
$250,900 + $200,000
$450,900
2018
$5,386 (+6.3%)
$231,400 + $184,500
$415,900
2017
$5,066 (−0.3%)
$216,300 + $172,500
$388,800
2016
$5,083 (+7.1%)
$204,600 + $172,200
$376,800
2015
$4,748 (+9.7%)
$191,200 + $161,000
$352,200
2014
$4,330 (+4.0%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2013
$4,164 (+3.3%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2012
$4,032 (+3.8%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2011
$3,883 (+7.6%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2010
$3,609 (+4.3%)
$194,000 + $137,700
$331,700
2009
$3,460
$194,000 + $137,700
$331,700
Tax history for 20 Valley St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,098 (+9.7%)
$388,600 + $301,200
$689,800
2025
$7,385 (+1.5%)
$366,500 + $284,200
$650,700
2024
$7,278 (+5.1%)
$364,400 + $282,500
$646,900
2023
$6,922 (+4.5%)
$332,300 + $257,800
$590,100
2022
$6,622 (+2.5%)
$302,700 + $234,800
$537,500
2021
$6,458 (+6.6%)
$282,200 + $225,100
$507,300
2020
$6,056 (+4.7%)
$263,800 + $210,400
$474,200
2019
$5,785 (+7.4%)
$250,900 + $200,000
$450,900
2018
$5,386 (+6.3%)
$231,400 + $184,500
$415,900
2017
$5,066 (−0.3%)
$216,300 + $172,500
$388,800
2016
$5,083 (+7.1%)
$204,600 + $172,200
$376,800
2015
$4,748 (+9.7%)
$191,200 + $161,000
$352,200
2014
$4,330 (+4.0%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2013
$4,164 (+3.3%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2012
$4,032 (+3.8%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2011
$3,883 (+7.6%)
$183,900 + $154,900
$338,800
2010
$3,609 (+4.3%)
$194,000 + $137,700
$331,700
2009
$3,460
$194,000 + $137,700
$331,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
1,598
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3740845S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 126
Length: 9
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Gas
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Living Room Information
Area: 336
Length: 14
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,623
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,748
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Nahant Street to Valley Street
UnparsedAddress: 20 Valley St, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,598
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3740845S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Swing Set Is Negotiable. Washer And Dryer Are Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
61% 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.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$745,000 – $902,000
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