For sale

Price cut: $50K (8/4)

$749,000

293 Albion St, Wakefield, MA 01880

6beds

1,942sqft

$4,844/mo

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2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built in 1900

-- sqft lot

$788,300 Zestimate^®

$386/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Hardwood floors throughoutSoaring high ceilingsAiry spacious feelMassive second-floor unit

Attention savvy investors and owner-occupants! Discover this incredible value-add opportunity at 293 Albion St, a rare two-family home situated in the highly desirable West Side of Wakefield. This property offers a wealth of classic character with hardwood floors throughout and soaring high ceilings that create an airy, spacious feel. The first-floor unit features three large rooms and one bedroom. The massive second-floor unit is truly exceptional, offering nine rooms and five bedrooms, making it perfect for a large household or an investor looking to maximize rental returns in a high-demand market. The location is unbeatable for commuters, with close proximity to the Commuter Rail station, the Wakefield/Reading bus stop, and quick access to Routes 128/95 and 93. Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of being moments away from scenic Lake Quannapowitt and the vibrant shopping and dining in downtown Wakefield. Bring your vision and custom updates to unlock the full potential of this house.

125 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Appliances

Included: Range, Disposal

Features

Crown Molding, Living Room, Kitchen
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Full,Bulkhead
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,942
Total interior livable area: 1,942 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,942

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive
Uncovered spaces: 2

Lot

Size: 3,067 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: M:000008 B:0245 P:000142,816413
Zoning: GR

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Wakefield

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $386/sqft
Tax assessed value: $685,700
Annual tax amount: $7,783
Date on market: 4/15/2026
Listing terms: Contract
Total actual rent: 0

Estimated market value

$788,300

$749,000 - $828,000

$2,753/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/4/2026	Price change	$749,000-6.3%$386/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73501978 Report a problem
6/9/2026	Price change	$799,000-5.9%$411/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73501978 Report a problem
4/15/2026	Listed for sale	$849,000+37.2%$437/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73501978 Report a problem
2/20/2020	Listing removed	$619,000$319/sqft
Source: Cameron Real Estate Group #72606505 Report a problem
1/17/2020	Price change	$619,000-3.1%$319/sqft
Source: Cameron Real Estate Group #72606505 Report a problem
1/10/2020	Price change	$639,000-1.7%$329/sqft
Source: Cameron Real Estate Group #72606505 Report a problem
10/10/2019	Listed for sale	$650,000+3.2%$335/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
12/3/2018	Listing removed	$630,000$324/sqft
Source: Engel & Volkers Boston #72422738 Report a problem
11/11/2018	Listed for sale	$630,000-3.1%$324/sqft
Source: Engel & Volkers Boston #72422738 Report a problem
4/19/2018	Listing removed	$650,000$335/sqft
Source: RE/MAX TRINITY #72279371 Report a problem
12/21/2017	Listed for sale	$650,000+83.1%$335/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
8/6/2001	Sold	$355,000+54.3%$183/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/27/2000	Sold	$230,000$118/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,783 +1.9%	$685,700 +1%
2024	$7,638 +5.6%	$678,900 +10.1%
2023	$7,234 +3.8%	$616,700 +9%
2022	$6,969 +10.9%	$565,700 +14.6%
2021	$6,282 +4.3%	$493,500 +4.6%
2020	$6,024 +5.4%	$471,700 +5.8%
2019	$5,718 +5.3%	$445,700 +6.3%
2018	$5,431 +2.9%	$419,400 +3.5%
2017	$5,280 +6.4%	$405,200 +10.2%
2016	$4,962 +5%	$367,800 +4.9%
2015	$4,726 +7.6%	$350,600 +2%
2014	$4,392 +5.4%	$343,700 +1.4%
2013	$4,168 +1.5%	$339,100 -1.8%
2012	$4,108 +3.8%	$345,200
2011	$3,956 +4.7%	$345,200 -0.6%
2010	$3,779 -0.1%	$347,300 -4.2%
2009	$3,781 +0.5%	$362,500 -7%
2008	$3,763 +3.9%	$389,900 +2.5%
2007	$3,622 +5.8%	$380,500 +3.3%
2006	$3,422 +7.9%	$368,300 +5.3%
2005	$3,170 +13.1%	$349,900 +42.2%
2004	$2,804 +0.5%	$246,000 -2.5%
2003	$2,789 +3.6%	$252,200
2002	$2,691 +7.2%	$252,200 +37.1%
2000	$2,510 +1.9%	$183,900 +4.7%
1999	$2,462	$175,700