Set back from the street in the desirable West Side of Wakefield is this 5 BR, 10 room, 3000sqft Colonial with all the period features; high ceilings, hardwood floors, built in bookcases, built in china cabinet, bay windows and french doors. Add to that, a NEW on demand high efficiency heating/hot water system, many replacement windows, large fenced in front yard, private backyard plenty of room for growing family. Quality of construction and details not reproduced in today's new homes. Walk to the train, Lake Quannapowitt, parks, and the new Galvin Middle School Easy access to major highways. A true value with many possibilities! Ask about special financing to make this one your dream home!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$283Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Jeanette Coombs• Century 21 Commonwealth
Bought with Judy Horne• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Topsfield
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
3,023
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3038484S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Vinyl
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Den
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,023
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Tan
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
Road Surface Type: Paved
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,853
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: North Avenue to Prospect Street
UnparsedAddress: 26 Prospect St, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,023
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3038484S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Walton Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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Air Factor
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Historical weather
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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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Estimated sale price
$812,000 – $983,000
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