OFF MARKET

Off Market Feb 2019 for $563K

$899,309

•

2,138

sq ft

55 Forrester Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880

About this home

Situated just 15 miles North of Boston, this well-kept Gambrel Style Cape is located in one of Wakefield's most desirable Lakeside neighborhoods. This 3 BR, 1.5 BA home has over 2,000 Sq. Ft. and has been owned & maintained by the same family for 53 years. The semi-modern kitchen boasts oak cbnts, GRANITE cntrs, and mostly newer applncs including a gas stove. The formal DR features a built in china cabinet & closet. The Family RM addition features a beamed ceiling with sky light, gas frplc, rcessd lghts, lndry rm, and leads to a private rear deck which makes grilling easy. Both DR & FM are located of the kitchen which makes entertaining seamless. Other features include HW flrs, newer wndws, 6 yr old CENTRAL AC, 150 Amp electrical, partially finished bsmnt, workshop, parking for 4 cars, and a large back yard perfect for summer parties. COMMUTER RAIL access, and just a short walk to Lake Quannapowitt, Dolbeare Elementary, convenience store & ice cream. OH SAT 1/12 & SUN 1/13 from 12-2pm!

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

8,594 sq ftLot Size

$421Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by The DiGiorgio Team • Leading Edge Real Estate

Bought with Team Jen and Lynn • Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #72438133

Redfin Estimate

$899,309

$336K since sold in February 2019$7,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 3.1% higher than the average sale price ($872K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 10, 2026
$999,999
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,668 sq ft
16 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 AUG 13, 2026
$935,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,846 sq ft
9 Chapman Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$600,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,332 sq ft
15 Quannapowitt Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$775,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,579 sq ft
7 Beebe Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$875,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,309 sq ft
10 Converse St, 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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Sale history for 55 Forrester Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,404 (+8.5%)

$396,500 + $343,900

$740,400

2024

$7,749 (+2.8%)

$368,900 + $319,900

$688,800

2023

$7,541 (+6.6%)

$344,300 + $298,600

$642,900

2022

$7,073 (+5.7%)

$307,400 + $266,700

$574,100

2021

$6,693 (+6.3%)

$281,000 + $244,800

$525,800

2020

$6,296 (+6.7%)

$263,500 + $229,500

$493,000

2019

$5,903 (+3.7%)

$245,900 + $214,200

$460,100

2018

$5,692 (+6.3%)

$234,900 + $204,600

$439,500

2017

$5,353 (−1.5%)

$219,600 + $191,200

$410,800

2016

$5,434 (+7.1%)

$216,800 + $186,000

$402,800

2015

$5,073 (+8.1%)

$202,500 + $173,800

$376,300

2014

$4,693 (+4.0%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2013

$4,513 (+3.3%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2012

$4,370 (+3.8%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2011

$4,208 (+6.3%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2010

$3,959 (+2.2%)

$202,300 + $161,600

$363,900

2009

$3,873

$206,400 + $164,900

$371,300

Tax history for 55 Forrester Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,404 (+8.5%)

$396,500 + $343,900

$740,400

2024

$7,749 (+2.8%)

$368,900 + $319,900

$688,800

2023

$7,541 (+6.6%)

$344,300 + $298,600

$642,900

2022

$7,073 (+5.7%)

$307,400 + $266,700

$574,100

2021

$6,693 (+6.3%)

$281,000 + $244,800

$525,800

2020

$6,296 (+6.7%)

$263,500 + $229,500

$493,000

2019

$5,903 (+3.7%)

$245,900 + $214,200

$460,100

2018

$5,692 (+6.3%)

$234,900 + $204,600

$439,500

2017

$5,353 (−1.5%)

$219,600 + $191,200

$410,800

2016

$5,434 (+7.1%)

$216,800 + $186,000

$402,800

2015

$5,073 (+8.1%)

$202,500 + $173,800

$376,300

2014

$4,693 (+4.0%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2013

$4,513 (+3.3%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2012

$4,370 (+3.8%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2011

$4,208 (+6.3%)

$197,600 + $169,600

$367,200

2010

$3,959 (+2.2%)

$202,300 + $161,600

$363,900

2009

$3,873

$206,400 + $164,900

$371,300

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1961

Sq. Ft.

2,138

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3424667S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 160
Length: 16
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 32
Length: 8
Width: 4
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access

Family Room Information
Area: 285
Length: 19
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Balcony / Deck,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Parquet
Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Play Room, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,138
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Features: Level
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,691.53
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lowell St to Drury Ln to Forrester Rd or Vernon St to Forrester Rd
UnparsedAddress: 55 Forrester Road, Wakefield MA 01880

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,138
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3424667S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Dolbeare Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Galvin Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Wakefield Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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

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

$855,000 – $1.03M

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Home values near 55 Forrester Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$835,836
49 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 8442 Sq. Ft.	$821,678

Address	Redfin Estimate
59 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1944 Sq. Ft.	$828,035
44 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2219 Sq. Ft.	$1,172,103

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$790,737
48 Forrester Road, Wakefield, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$823,692

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