OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2025 for $572K

$554,856

•

1,200

sq ft

55 Melvin St Unit R, Wakefield, MA 01880

About this home

This beautiful 2-bed, 1.5-bath condex in Wakefield, MA, offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience and best of all, NO CONDO FEES! The spacious living room features hardwood floors and a large picture window, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and kitchen, complete with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and access to the exterior deck. A half bath, laundry, and pantry closet complete the main floor. Upstairs, both bedrooms boast hardwood floors and ample closet space, while the full bath features tile flooring and a tub/shower combo. Enjoy the convenience of having in-unit laundry! Head outside and enjoy a composite deck, yard, and storage shed perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located in the heart of Wakefield with easy access to downtown, I-95, I-93, and RT-128. Schedule your showing today!

CondoProperty Type

1983Year Built

$462Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Maria Leblanc • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Bought with Team Smith • Flow Realty, Inc.

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73338846

Redfin Estimate

$554,856

$17K since sold in April 2025$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 4.4% higher than the average sale price ($531K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$602,150
A
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SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$649,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,162 sq ft
248 Albion St #215, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$374,900
C
2 beds1 bath760 sq ft
68 Preston St Unit 3D, Wakefield, MA 01880
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$572,500
D
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713 Gazebo Cir #713, Reading, MA 01867
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$570,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths1,848 sq ft
1 Traverse St Unit E, Wakefield, MA 01880
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$420,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,095 sq ft
159 Main St Unit 11C, Stoneham, MA 02180

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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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9 MoM

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Sale history for 55 Melvin St Unit R

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73338846

Apr 7, 2025

Sold

$572,000

$477/sq ft

Feb 26, 2025

Listed

$499,000

$416/sq ft

MLS PIN #72608159

Mar 12, 2020

Sold

$412,500

$344/sq ft

Jan 20, 2020

Pending

—

Jan 15, 2020

Listed

$409,900

$342/sq ft

+12

STUNNING UPDATED CONDEX TOWNHOUSE. NO CONDO FEE!! This town house offers 20 x 10 trex deck, shed, yard space & an abundance of exclusive driveway parking. This is your opportunity to get into Wakefield!! This home feels like a single family home, yet offers an easy comfortable lifestyle. Meticulous, condex/townhouse offers an open floor plan and large rooms. Mirror image hardwood floors throughout, NEW HEATING, HOT WATER, WINDOWS & DOORS. Step into the lovely living room w/coat closet & picture window. Large kitchen & dining area w/maple cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances. Laundry is on 1st floor. King size master bedroom boasts large closet and there's a 2nd nicely sized bedroom. Both bathrooms are beautifully updated. Large pull down attic for extra storage space. Less than a mile to Middle & High school. Walk to vibrant Wakefield Center, Lake Quannapowitt, comm rail & bus stops. Live the dream in Wakefield!

MLS PIN #72064309

Oct 28, 2016

Sold

$321,000

$268/sq ft

Sep 12, 2016

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2016

Listed

$289,900

$242/sq ft

Move right in! Step inside and you'll find a great, modern living townhouse! An open floor plan with a spacious living room, and kitchen/dining room features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and maple cabinets. Walk out your back door onto the deck to enjoy the quiet backyard. The generous sized bedrooms have large closets. Other amenities include hardwood floors throughout, first-floor in-unit laundry, a pull down attic, and backyard shed for extra storage. Close to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and major highways.

MLS PIN #70871292

Jun 30, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jun 30, 2009

Sold

$305,000

$254/sq ft

Jun 16, 2009

Contingent

—

Apr 15, 2009

Price Changed

$319,000

$266/sq ft

Feb 3, 2009

Listed

$329,000

$274/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,753 (+5.9%)

$506,900

2024

$5,435 (+0.9%)

$483,100

2023

$5,389 (+11.8%)

$459,400

2022

$4,822 (−9.5%)

$391,400

2021

$5,326 (−0.3%)

$418,400

2020

$5,343 (+8.7%)

$418,400

2019

$4,916 (+11.0%)

$383,200

2018

$4,430 (+11.3%)

$342,100

2017

$3,981 (+2.0%)

$305,500

2016

$3,904

$289,400

2015

$3,901 (+25.6%)

$289,400

2014

$3,106 (−6.5%)

$243,000

2013

$3,323 (−1.9%)

$270,400

2012

$3,387 (+3.8%)

$284,600

2011

$3,262 (+3.4%)

$284,600

2010

$3,154 (+4.3%)

$289,900

2009

$3,024

$289,900

Tax history for 55 Melvin St Unit R

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,753 (+5.9%)

$506,900

2024

$5,435 (+0.9%)

$483,100

2023

$5,389 (+11.8%)

$459,400

2022

$4,822 (−9.5%)

$391,400

2021

$5,326 (−0.3%)

$418,400

2020

$5,343 (+8.7%)

$418,400

2019

$4,916 (+11.0%)

$383,200

2018

$4,430 (+11.3%)

$342,100

2017

$3,981 (+2.0%)

$305,500

2016

$3,904

$289,400

2015

$3,901 (+25.6%)

$289,400

2014

$3,106 (−6.5%)

$243,000

2013

$3,323 (−1.9%)

$270,400

2012

$3,387 (+3.8%)

$284,600

2011

$3,262 (+3.4%)

$284,600

2010

$3,154 (+4.3%)

$289,900

2009

$3,024

$289,900

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,200

Year built

1983

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

4687048

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 30
Length: 5
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup

Kitchen Information
Area: 112
Length: 14
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup

Basement Information
Basement: N

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Name: The Melvin St Condo
Building Area (Total): 1,200
Construction Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
StructureType: Detached
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Access Rights
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Access Rights, Storage, Screens, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,753
Tax Year: 2025

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: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Water St to Melvin St
UnparsedAddress: 55 Melvin Street # R, Wakefield MA 01880

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4687048

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Flat Screen Tv.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Woodville School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Galvin Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Wakefield Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

Minor risk of being in a wildfire over 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

Wakefield, MA • 01880

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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

$528,000 – $639,000

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Home values near 55 Melvin St Unit R

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2460 Sq. Ft.	$1,120,000
47 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1814 Sq. Ft.	$909,964

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2594 Sq. Ft.	$833,393
61 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1140 Sq. Ft.	$623,601

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1678 Sq. Ft.	$806,696
50 Melvin St, Wakefield, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2211 Sq. Ft.	$798,131

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