Talk of the town. Westside Landmark 1925 CE Colonial amazingly renovated & launched into 2019. Breathtaking Kitchen/Great room wonderfully blended w/ original details. The custom designed kitchen's gorgeous marble 4+ seat entertainment/breakfast island, plus gas stove, pot filler, glass front cabinets, marble counters all with under-mount LED variable mood lighting. The Island is open to a cathedral ceiling multi sky lighted family room. The home sets the tone for great times in an amazing entertainment space. 24 ft formal DR has original wainscoting, built in glass cabinets, mantle & fireplace. A truly elegant setting for fabulous dinner parties. LR w/ original china cabinet, wainscotting opens to 1st floor office w/ full brick wall & lots of glass. MBR has huge walk in closet, expansive bath has dual marble vanities w/ dressing area, oversized rainfall shower & separate soaking tub. 2nd BR w/ walk out to rooftop porch. 3rd flr has 4th BR or get away space. 2 Zone CA., Great lot.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$476Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Barrett• Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
Bought with The Janice Sullivan Team• LAER Realty Partners
Very large, impressive home with period character. Over the years there have been some additions. Bathrooms and kitchens need renovation, and most windows are original.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tara Williams
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 38 Parker Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72525130
Sep 5, 2019
Sold
$1,010,000
$321/sq ft
Jul 15, 2019
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 25, 2019
Listed
$999,900
$317/sq ft
MLS PIN #72111325
Apr 3, 2017
Sold
$580,000
$184/sq ft
Feb 23, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2017
Listed
$629,900
$200/sq ft
+22
Step back to the 1920's, a time of elegance and beauty. Expanded Center Entrance colonial shows off quality craftsmanship of a bygone era, nearly impossible to replicate today. Beginning with an enclosed vestibule, to the classic entry foyer & staircase. There is much pristine gumwood. Front to back firplaced living room features dual built- in cabinets and gorgeous mantle. Stunning wainscoting and built -ins in the formal dinning room. 1st floor study/library area with french doors and dual china cabinets is open to a cathedral ceiling, skylighted family room. Lots of glass and natural light. Second floor central hall with natural wood work and additional built ins. Three 2nd flr brs plus a walk up attic to the original au pair quarters. MBR has 3/4 bath & great expansion possibilities with exclusive access to bonus room. 1600 -+ s/f of walk out basement, much of which has 10+ - foot ceiling height. Great finishing potential.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,805 (+15.4%)
$415,600 + $976,900
$1,392,500
2024
$13,698 (+3.6%)
$403,400 + $814,200
$1,217,600
2023
$13,224 (+4.7%)
$373,500 + $753,900
$1,127,400
2022
$12,627 (+4.9%)
$339,500 + $685,400
$1,024,900
2021
$12,032 (+23.4%)
$316,500 + $628,700
$945,200
2020
$9,752 (+3.1%)
$303,400 + $460,300
$763,700
2019
$9,460 (−1.3%)
$292,900 + $444,400
$737,300
2018
$9,586 (+6.2%)
$274,600 + $465,600
$740,200
2017
$9,023 (+6.8%)
$261,500 + $431,000
$692,500
2016
$8,449 (+7.1%)
$242,400 + $383,900
$626,300
2015
$7,891 (+8.9%)
$226,600 + $358,800
$585,400
2014
$7,249 (+4.0%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2013
$6,971 (+3.3%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2012
$6,750 (+3.8%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2011
$6,500 (+10.4%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2010
$5,888 (+2.7%)
$223,100 + $318,100
$541,200
2009
$5,731
$226,500 + $323,000
$549,500
Tax history for 38 Parker Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,805 (+15.4%)
$415,600 + $976,900
$1,392,500
2024
$13,698 (+3.6%)
$403,400 + $814,200
$1,217,600
2023
$13,224 (+4.7%)
$373,500 + $753,900
$1,127,400
2022
$12,627 (+4.9%)
$339,500 + $685,400
$1,024,900
2021
$12,032 (+23.4%)
$316,500 + $628,700
$945,200
2020
$9,752 (+3.1%)
$303,400 + $460,300
$763,700
2019
$9,460 (−1.3%)
$292,900 + $444,400
$737,300
2018
$9,586 (+6.2%)
$274,600 + $465,600
$740,200
2017
$9,023 (+6.8%)
$261,500 + $431,000
$692,500
2016
$8,449 (+7.1%)
$242,400 + $383,900
$626,300
2015
$7,891 (+8.9%)
$226,600 + $358,800
$585,400
2014
$7,249 (+4.0%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2013
$6,971 (+3.3%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2012
$6,750 (+3.8%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2011
$6,500 (+10.4%)
$219,500 + $347,700
$567,200
2010
$5,888 (+2.7%)
$223,100 + $318,100
$541,200
2009
$5,731
$226,500 + $323,000
$549,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Vestibule, Home Office, Entry Hall, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,150
Foundation Area: 1,368
Foundation Details: Stone, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone, Barn board
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray & Brk
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Balcony
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.39
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Frontage Length: 297
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,460
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Between the top of Prospect and Elm
UnparsedAddress: 38 Parker Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,730
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3546434S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Walton Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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
53% 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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25
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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
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.42M – $1.72M
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