OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2023 for $1M

$1,172,103

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $304/mo

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2,219

sq ft

44 Forrester Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880

About this home

You can stop your search right here! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths including a primary suite and a FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM and first floor full bath! Young central air, high efficiency furnace, water heater, many new windows and roof! Can’t forget the young kitchen appliances, 2 washer dryer hook ups, closets closets closets and for the outdoor lover a beautiful patio in the level back yard, Leland Cyprus trees, hydrangeas, lovely stone wall and a fenced in yard with two gates! Need a playroom or office? Wait until you see the finished basement which includes a bathroom! Incredibly well located in the Dolbeare neighborhood less than a mile to Lake Quannapowitt, just .3 miles to the 137 bus to Oak Grove and Malden Center or Reading Depot (commuter rail), under 1 mile to route 128 and less than ½ mile to Meletharb’s ice cream!

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

8,176 sq ftLot Size

$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Laurie Hunt • North Star Realtors LLC

Bought with Mary Sexton • Century 21 Tradition

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•Source:MLS PIN #73097305

Redfin Estimate

$1,172,103

$172K since sold in May 2023$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 28.1% higher than the average sale price ($915K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$775,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,579 sq ft
7 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$1,050,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,991 sq ft
7 Paon Cir, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$800,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,455 sq ft
58 Libby Ave, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$806,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths2,213 sq ft
3 Western Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$1,125,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,457 sq ft
11 Lawrence St, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$935,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,846 sq ft
9 Chapman Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880

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Market trends in 01880, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.8%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$805K

$45K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

1 days MoM

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6 MoM

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Sale history for 44 Forrester Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73097305

May 25, 2023

Sold

$1,000,000

$451/sq ft

Apr 18, 2023

Contingent

—

Apr 11, 2023

Listed

$875,000

$394/sq ft

MLS PIN #72290766

May 31, 2018

Sold

$440,000

$198/sq ft

Apr 2, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 2, 2018

Relisted

—

Mar 20, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Mar 4, 2018

Listed

$439,900

$198/sq ft

Do Not Miss!!! Start creating your own memories in this SWEET 5 room 2 bedroom expanded ranch style home located in the Lake Quannapowitt area of Wakefield. This home has tons of character and charm which makes it hard to resist. Large living room w/fireplace, eat-in kitchen opens up to dining/family room with sliders to deck overlooking large back yard. Two spacious bedrooms with oversized closets. A finished room in the basement could serve as exercise/play space, home office or workshop. Attached one car garage. This home offers possibilities for expansion and with its prime location in sought after Dolbeare School District makes a great opportunity!

Public Records

Aug 15, 1978

Sold

$48,000

$22/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,122 (+31.3%)

$392,000 + $587,900

$979,900

2024

$8,471 (+2.8%)

$364,600 + $388,400

$753,000

2023

$8,244 (+6.6%)

$340,300 + $362,500

$702,800

2022

$7,732 (+2.4%)

$303,900 + $323,700

$627,600

2021

$7,554 (+39.0%)

$277,800 + $315,600

$593,400

2020

$5,436 (+6.7%)

$260,500 + $165,200

$425,700

2019

$5,097 (+3.7%)

$243,100 + $154,200

$397,300

2018

$4,916 (+6.3%)

$232,200 + $147,400

$379,600

2017

$4,623 (−1.3%)

$217,100 + $137,700

$354,800

2016

$4,685 (+7.1%)

$214,300 + $133,000

$347,300

2015

$4,374 (+8.1%)

$200,200 + $124,300

$324,500

2014

$4,046 (+4.0%)

$195,300 + $121,300

$316,600

2013

$3,891 (+2.0%)

$195,300 + $121,300

$316,600

2012

$3,815 (+3.8%)

$195,300 + $125,300

$320,600

2011

$3,674 (+5.4%)

$195,300 + $125,300

$320,600

2010

$3,486 (+2.2%)

$199,900 + $120,500

$320,400

2009

$3,410

$204,000 + $122,900

$326,900

Tax history for 44 Forrester Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,122 (+31.3%)

$392,000 + $587,900

$979,900

2024

$8,471 (+2.8%)

$364,600 + $388,400

$753,000

2023

$8,244 (+6.6%)

$340,300 + $362,500

$702,800

2022

$7,732 (+2.4%)

$303,900 + $323,700

$627,600

2021

$7,554 (+39.0%)

$277,800 + $315,600

$593,400

2020

$5,436 (+6.7%)

$260,500 + $165,200

$425,700

2019

$5,097 (+3.7%)

$243,100 + $154,200

$397,300

2018

$4,916 (+6.3%)

$232,200 + $147,400

$379,600

2017

$4,623 (−1.3%)

$217,100 + $137,700

$354,800

2016

$4,685 (+7.1%)

$214,300 + $133,000

$347,300

2015

$4,374 (+8.1%)

$200,200 + $124,300

$324,500

2014

$4,046 (+4.0%)

$195,300 + $121,300

$316,600

2013

$3,891 (+2.0%)

$195,300 + $121,300

$316,600

2012

$3,815 (+3.8%)

$195,300 + $125,300

$320,600

2011

$3,674 (+5.4%)

$195,300 + $125,300

$320,600

2010

$3,486 (+2.2%)

$199,900 + $120,500

$320,400

2009

$3,410

$204,000 + $122,900

$326,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2020

Sq. Ft.

2,193

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1943406S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 200.6
Length: 17
Width: 11.8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 134.55
Length: 11.7
Width: 11.5
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 127.2
Length: 12
Width: 10.6
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 193.2
Length: 14
Width: 13.8
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 443.68
Length: 23.6
Width: 18.8
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 510.88
Length: 24.8
Width: 20.6
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Dining Room Information
Area: 200
Length: 20
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 169.56
Length: 15.7
Width: 10.8
Level: First
Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,219
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,244
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lowell to Drury to Forrester or off Vernon
UnparsedAddress: 44 Forrester Rd, Wakefield MA 01880

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,193
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1943406S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Stackable Washer/Dryer 2nd Floor Staying, Basement Set Excluded, See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Dolbeare Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.1mi

8/10

Galvin Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Wakefield Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

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

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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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

$1.11M – $1.35M

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Home values near 44 Forrester Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2138 Sq. Ft.	$899,309
48 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$823,692

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$790,737
50 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 877 Sq. Ft.	$667,806

Address	Redfin Estimate
49 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 8442 Sq. Ft.	$821,678
54 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$922,414

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