Welcome home to this delightful 3–4 bedroom Colonial ideally located just minutes from downtown Wakefield, the commuter rail, and scenic Lake Quannapowitt. Brimming with old-world charm yet thoughtfully updated for modern living, this home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout, an updated kitchen, and newer electrical, heating, and windows. Enjoy the inviting enclosed front porch—a perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee—and a newer deck overlooking the private, easy-to-maintain backyard. With dual driveways for convenient parking and a flexible floor plan offering space for a home office or fourth bedroom, this home blends character, comfort, and convenience in one of Wakefield’desirable locations.
Sold for $717,100
$717,100
18 Franklin St, Wakefield, MA 01880
4beds
1,759sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
3,759 Square Feet Lot
$720,900 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$4,038 Estimated rent
Home value
$720,900
$670,000 - $779,000
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Newer deckEnclosed front porchUpdated kitchenPrivate easy-to-maintain backyardGleaming hardwood floorsDual driveways
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Listed by:
Chuha & Scouten Team 781-944-6060,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-944-6060,
Julie Scott 617-719-0511
Bought with:
Laxmi Khanal
StartPoint Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73443631
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 192.71
- Dimensions: 12.12 x 15.9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 125.54
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 11.11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 90.09
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 7.7
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Area: 172.8
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 13.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 12.09
- Dimensions: 3.1 x 3.9
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 48.14
- Dimensions: 5.8 x 8.3
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 146.83
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 13.11
Family room
- Level: Third
- Area: 216.22
- Dimensions: 15.12 x 14.3
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 188.37
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 16.1
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 168.33
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 13.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,759
- Total interior livable area: 1,759 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,759
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite, Storage
Lot
- Size: 3,759 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:000019 B:0120 P:000042,819017
- Zoning: GR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Wakefield
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Sold | $717,100+4.1%$408/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Contingent | $689,000$392/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $689,000+47.4%$392/sqft |
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| 11/15/2019 | Sold | $467,500-0.5%$266/sqft |
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| 9/30/2019 | Pending sale | $469,900$267/sqft |
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| 9/24/2019 | Price change | $469,900-2%$267/sqft |
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| 9/5/2019 | Price change | $479,500-4.1%$273/sqft |
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| 8/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $499,900+86.2%$284/sqft |
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| 9/11/2001 | Sold | $268,500$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,852 +1.5% | $603,700 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $6,752 +5.2% | $600,200 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $6,420 +7.3% | $547,300 +12.7% |
| 2022 | $5,985 +0.3% | $485,800 +3.6% |
| 2021 | $5,969 +4.9% | $468,900 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $5,692 +4.7% | $445,700 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $5,439 +7.4% | $423,900 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $5,063 +6.3% | $391,000 +7% |
| 2017 | $4,762 -0.2% | $365,500 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $4,770 +7.1% | $353,600 +7% |
| 2015 | $4,454 +9.7% | $330,400 +4% |
| 2014 | $4,060 +4% | $317,700 |
| 2013 | $3,905 +3.3% | $317,700 |
| 2012 | $3,781 +3.8% | $317,700 |
| 2011 | $3,641 +4.9% | $317,700 -0.4% |
| 2010 | $3,470 +4.3% | $318,900 |
| 2009 | $3,326 -0.6% | $318,900 -8% |
| 2008 | $3,345 +4.7% | $346,600 +3.3% |
| 2007 | $3,195 +2.5% | $335,600 |
| 2006 | $3,118 +11% | $335,600 +8.3% |
| 2005 | $2,808 +11.1% | $309,900 +39.8% |
| 2004 | $2,527 +3.1% | $221,700 |
| 2003 | $2,452 +3.6% | $221,700 |
| 2002 | $2,366 +13.2% | $221,700 +44.7% |
| 2000 | $2,091 +2% | $153,200 +4.6% |
| 1999 | $2,051 | $146,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Galvin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Wakefield Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Woodville SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Gavin Middle
- High: Wakefield High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Wakefield
- 01880
- East Side
- 18 Franklin St
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