Welcome to quiet and tree-lined Whittier Rd. Located in the desirable Montrose area of Wakefield, this spacious and tastefully updated single family ranch boasts an open floor plan, 2 living rooms, gleaming hardwood flooring, and updated kitchen w/ granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. Rounding out the space is sunroom/laundry center and dining area with French doors opening to the fabulous back yard. The large yard is the perfect space to entertain outdoors. Improvements include newer roof, siding, heating system, kitchen and Reeds Ferry Shed. Easy to Show!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
10,001 sq ftLot Size
$497Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Michelle Joslin-Chaves• Leading Edge Real Estate
This is a nicely updated Ranch style home built in 1955. It's in good condition throughout. It appears that two of the rooms are a converted attached garage. This home is of slab construction, it has no basement. The heat is oil fired forced warm...
air, the oil tank is on the exterior and the heat and hot water units are in a closet in the living room. The exterior of the home appears to be in good condition and the roof appears to be on the newer side.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joe Petrucci
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 55 Whittier Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72692455
Aug 25, 2020
Sold
$590,000
$388/sq ft
Jul 16, 2020
Listed
$495,000
$325/sq ft
MLS PIN #72026206
Aug 1, 2016
Sold
$480,000
$316/sq ft
Jul 1, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 20, 2016
Listed
$479,000
$315/sq ft
+18
NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN. Turn-key ranch in one of Wakefield's most desirable neighborhoods. This is one level living at it's finest. Lovingly maintained home features a standout kitchen that was completely remodeled in 2015. The 6'x4' granite island boats seating for up to 8 people. Also added at that time were new hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and handsome lighting. Open concept with multiple sitting rooms makes entertaining a dream. Along with the spacious yard that features a bocce court, professional landscaping, and sizable patio area. This home is conveniently located less than a half of a mile from route 95 and only a mile to the Market Street in Lynnfield. Book your showing today, because this one will not last.
MLS PIN #30169419
Jul 30, 1997
Sold
$186,000
$122/sq ft
Jun 24, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 1997
Listed
$181,000
$119/sq ft
UNBELEIVABLE VALUE IN THIS WONDERFUL FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD. HOME FEATURES LG CERAMIC TILE KIT,FP/LR,WD STOVE FR, 3BR 1.5 BA,SECURITY,CENTRAL AIR & FENCED YD. SHOWS BEAUTIFULLY!!!
Public Records
May 20, 1988
Sold
$180,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,818 (+3.9%)
$390,700 + $298,100
$688,800
2024
$7,522 (+3.6%)
$379,200 + $289,400
$668,600
2023
$7,263 (+4.7%)
$351,100 + $268,100
$619,200
2022
$6,939 (+12.1%)
$319,200 + $244,000
$563,200
2021
$6,189 (+4.0%)
$296,600 + $189,600
$486,200
2020
$5,952 (+3.2%)
$284,300 + $181,800
$466,100
2019
$5,768 (+5.6%)
$274,500 + $175,100
$449,600
2018
$5,461 (+4.4%)
$257,400 + $164,300
$421,700
2017
$5,233 (+2.3%)
$245,100 + $156,500
$401,600
2016
$5,114 (+7.0%)
$226,500 + $152,600
$379,100
2015
$4,780 (+8.9%)
$211,800 + $142,800
$354,600
2014
$4,391 (+4.0%)
$205,200 + $138,400
$343,600
2013
$4,224 (+3.3%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2012
$4,090 (+3.8%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2011
$3,939 (+7.4%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2010
$3,667 (+2.8%)
$208,900 + $128,100
$337,000
2009
$3,567
$212,000 + $130,000
$342,000
Tax history for 55 Whittier Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,818 (+3.9%)
$390,700 + $298,100
$688,800
2024
$7,522 (+3.6%)
$379,200 + $289,400
$668,600
2023
$7,263 (+4.7%)
$351,100 + $268,100
$619,200
2022
$6,939 (+12.1%)
$319,200 + $244,000
$563,200
2021
$6,189 (+4.0%)
$296,600 + $189,600
$486,200
2020
$5,952 (+3.2%)
$284,300 + $181,800
$466,100
2019
$5,768 (+5.6%)
$274,500 + $175,100
$449,600
2018
$5,461 (+4.4%)
$257,400 + $164,300
$421,700
2017
$5,233 (+2.3%)
$245,100 + $156,500
$401,600
2016
$5,114 (+7.0%)
$226,500 + $152,600
$379,100
2015
$4,780 (+8.9%)
$211,800 + $142,800
$354,600
2014
$4,391 (+4.0%)
$205,200 + $138,400
$343,600
2013
$4,224 (+3.3%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2012
$4,090 (+3.8%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2011
$3,939 (+7.4%)
$205,200 + $138,500
$343,700
2010
$3,667 (+2.8%)
$208,900 + $128,100
$337,000
2009
$3,567
$212,000 + $130,000
$342,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1967
Sq. Ft.
1,521
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
800777S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,521
Foundation Details: Slab
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,952.10
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS - avoid detour on Montrose.
UnparsedAddress: 55 Whittier Rd, Wakefield MA 01880
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,521
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1967
County: Middlesex County
APN: 800777S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Woodville School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Galvin Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Wakefield Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wakefield, MA • 01880
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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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
$719,000 – $871,000
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