Fantastic two-family opportunity in the heart of downtown Wakefield! Set on a large 12,637 sq. ft. lot, this well-maintained property offers space, updates, and an unbeatable location. Featuring 12 total rooms, 5 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, it’s ideal for investors, owner-occupants, or extended family living. Unit 1 offers 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bath. Unit 2 offers 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 1 bath. A few of the many recent updates include a 5-year-old roof, two updated heating systems, updated electrical, and a renovated second-floor kitchen and bath. The third floor has been improved with two additional bedrooms, adding valuable living space. Enjoy a large backyard and parking for at least 5 cars non-tandem—rare for this downtown setting. Unmatched location: a short walk to commuter rail to Boston, Lake Quannapowitt, and all downtown shops, restaurants, and amenities. Easy highway access and a true walkable lifestyle make this one of Wakefield’s most desirable offerings.
Sold for $975,000
$975,000
24 W Water St, Wakefield, MA 01880
5beds
2,470sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$954,600 Zestimate®
$395/sqft
$3,050 Estimated rent
Home value
$954,600
$811,000 - $1.14M
$3,050/mo
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Listed by:
Brian & Diana Segool 617-755-7055,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 781-648-3500
Bought with:
Brian & Diana Segool
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73502055
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Storage, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,470
- Total interior livable area: 2,470 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,470
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, Walk to, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: M:000012 B:0023 P:00A34A,816957
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Wakefield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $395/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,579
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Total actual rent: 5350
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Sold | $975,000+8.3%$395/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900+125%$364/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $3,100$1/sqft |
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| 7/21/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,100$1/sqft |
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| 10/30/2015 | Sold | $400,000-11.1%$162/sqft |
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| 9/17/2015 | Price change | $450,000+4.7%$182/sqft |
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| 9/17/2015 | Pending sale | $430,000-4.4%$174/sqft |
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| 6/10/2015 | Price change | $450,000-5.3%$182/sqft |
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| 5/26/2015 | Listed for sale | $475,000+352.4%$192/sqft |
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| 6/22/1999 | Sold | $105,000$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,735 +1.5% | $769,600 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $8,609 +5.2% | $765,200 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $8,185 +4.5% | $697,800 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $7,829 +4.6% | $635,500 +8.1% |
| 2021 | $7,484 +6.7% | $587,900 +7% |
| 2020 | $7,017 +4.7% | $549,500 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $6,704 +7.4% | $522,500 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $6,244 +6.4% | $482,200 +7% |
| 2017 | $5,871 +4% | $450,600 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $5,644 +7.1% | $418,400 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,271 +9.7% | $391,000 +4% |
| 2014 | $4,804 +4% | $375,900 |
| 2013 | $4,620 +1.6% | $375,900 -1.7% |
| 2012 | $4,549 +3.8% | $382,300 |
| 2011 | $4,381 +1% | $382,300 -4.1% |
| 2010 | $4,337 +1.7% | $398,600 -2.5% |
| 2009 | $4,266 -0.5% | $409,000 -8% |
| 2008 | $4,289 +4.6% | $444,500 +3.2% |
| 2007 | $4,100 +4% | $430,700 +1.5% |
| 2006 | $3,944 +11% | $424,500 +8.3% |
| 2005 | $3,552 +12.9% | $392,100 +42.1% |
| 2004 | $3,146 +3% | $276,000 |
| 2003 | $3,053 +3.7% | $276,000 |
| 2002 | $2,945 +3.5% | $276,000 +32.4% |
| 2000 | $2,846 +2.2% | $208,500 +4.9% |
| 1999 | $2,785 | $198,800 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Galvin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Wakefield Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Woodville SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Woodville
- Middle: Galvin
- High: Whs
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
- Downtown
- 24 W Water St
