Off Market Nov 2022 for $779K

$938,830

•

2,534

sq ft

5 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880

About this home

Welcome to this classic, well maintained four-bedroom Colonial set on a tranquil dead end street in the desirable Greenwood neighborhood. Owned by the same family for almost 60-years, this lovely home offers the perfect combination of privacy and convenience with nearly an acre of land in wooded surroundings, a large level yard with patio area, vegetable garden, storage shed and garage. All new roof, gutters and exterior paint (Summer 2022). Hardwood floors throughout the main house, first floor primary bedroom with full bath, first floor laundry, incredible storage options in the lower level with a walk out basement and walk-up partially finished attic complete this home. Close to the MBTA bus, Commuter Rail, downtown shops, restaurants and major highways.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.9 acresLot Size

$370Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bethany Compagna • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Anthony Zafferano • Norwich Realty Associates

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•Source:MLS PIN #73058273

Redfin Estimate

$938,830

$160K since sold in November 2022$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 12.6% lower than the average sale price ($1.07M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 25, 2026
$1,200,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,412 sq ft
176 Bay State Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$930,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,982 sq ft
6 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$1,310,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft
19 Belmont Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$880,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,140 sq ft
1086-1088 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD MAR 9, 2026
$1,100,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,396 sq ft
132 Walton Park, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,026,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,667 sq ft
33 Reynolds Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880

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$313,302

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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

103.3%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$787K

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 5 Findlay St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,278 (+1.5%)

$302,100 + $427,200

$729,300

2024

$8,159 (+5.2%)

$300,400 + $424,800

$725,200

2023

$7,757 (+4.5%)

$273,900 + $387,400

$661,300

2022

$7,422 (+4.6%)

$249,500 + $352,900

$602,400

2021

$7,096 (+6.7%)

$232,600 + $324,800

$557,400

2020

$6,653 (+4.7%)

$217,400 + $303,600

$521,000

2019

$6,356 (+7.4%)

$206,700 + $288,700

$495,400

2018

$5,919 (+6.4%)

$190,700 + $266,400

$457,100

2017

$5,565 (+7.2%)

$178,200 + $248,900

$427,100

2016

$5,190 (+7.1%)

$168,600 + $216,100

$384,700

2015

$4,846 (+9.7%)

$157,500 + $202,000

$359,500

2014

$4,418 (+4.0%)

$151,500 + $194,200

$345,700

2013

$4,250 (+1.2%)

$151,500 + $194,300

$345,800

2012

$4,200 (+3.9%)

$151,500 + $201,400

$352,900

2011

$4,044 (+1.5%)

$151,500 + $201,400

$352,900

2010

$3,984 (+1.2%)

$159,800 + $206,400

$366,200

2009

$3,938

$159,800 + $217,800

$377,600

Tax history for 5 Findlay St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,278 (+1.5%)

$302,100 + $427,200

$729,300

2024

$8,159 (+5.2%)

$300,400 + $424,800

$725,200

2023

$7,757 (+4.5%)

$273,900 + $387,400

$661,300

2022

$7,422 (+4.6%)

$249,500 + $352,900

$602,400

2021

$7,096 (+6.7%)

$232,600 + $324,800

$557,400

2020

$6,653 (+4.7%)

$217,400 + $303,600

$521,000

2019

$6,356 (+7.4%)

$206,700 + $288,700

$495,400

2018

$5,919 (+6.4%)

$190,700 + $266,400

$457,100

2017

$5,565 (+7.2%)

$178,200 + $248,900

$427,100

2016

$5,190 (+7.1%)

$168,600 + $216,100

$384,700

2015

$4,846 (+9.7%)

$157,500 + $202,000

$359,500

2014

$4,418 (+4.0%)

$151,500 + $194,200

$345,700

2013

$4,250 (+1.2%)

$151,500 + $194,300

$345,800

2012

$4,200 (+3.9%)

$151,500 + $201,400

$352,900

2011

$4,044 (+1.5%)

$151,500 + $201,400

$352,900

2010

$3,984 (+1.2%)

$159,800 + $206,400

$366,200

2009

$3,938

$159,800 + $217,800

$377,600

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,792 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1961

Sq. Ft.

2,534

Year built

1900

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Middlesex County

APN

2917735S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Vinyl

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window Seat

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Pantry,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,534
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.9
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,422
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Per GPS
UnparsedAddress: 5 Findlay St, Wakefield MA 01880

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,534
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2917735S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Greenwood Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Galvin Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

7/10

Wakefield Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 62-76% chance 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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

60% 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 9.2 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

$892,000 – $1.08M

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Home values near 5 Findlay St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1401 Sq. Ft.	$829,354
3 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$779,505

Address	Redfin Estimate
6 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1982 Sq. Ft.	$871,526
15 Maple Ave, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$843,234

Address	Redfin Estimate
1 Findlay St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2001 Sq. Ft.	$784,284
9 Maple Ave, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1349 Sq. Ft.	$732,880

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