Looking for a big backyard for your energetic dog, a future pool, or even a basketball court? You found it! This classic New England Colonial sits on a flat ½ acre and offers over 1,900 sq ft of beautifully updated living space. Enjoy a brand-new roof, updated systems, and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Inside, relax by the cozy gas fireplace, utilize the flexible first-floor space for an office or gaming, and enjoy the convenience of second-floor laundry. The dreamy primary suite features cathedral ceilings and a marble en suite bath. Serious cooks will love the gourmet kitchen with a Vulcan dual oven/6-burner professional chef stove, broiler, griddle, and commercial-grade hood vent. With a one-car garage, three driveways, and a handy shed, this move-in-ready home has it all. Just 3 minutes to Lynnfield Marketplace with upscale dining, shopping, and activities, and only 22 minutes to downtown Boston. Full irrigation system for the backyard. Welcome home!
Sold for $810,000
$810,000
298 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880
3beds
1,990sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.51 Acres Lot
$817,600 Zestimate®
$407/sqft
$4,732 Estimated rent
Home value
$817,600
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Cozy gas fireplaceFuture poolSecond-floor laundryCommercial-grade hood ventGleaming hardwood floorsCathedral ceilingsFlexible first-floor space
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Listed by:
Joanne Rodrigues 978-378-5210,
Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803
Bought with:
Melissa Silva
RE/MAX Beacon
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73432645
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 196.57
- Dimensions: 15.04 x 13.07
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 180.9
- Dimensions: 15.05 x 12.02
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 131.36
- Dimensions: 10.02 x 13.11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 8.61
- Dimensions: 2.1 x 4.1
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 29.06
- Dimensions: 7.07 x 4.11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 64.41
- Dimensions: 7.07 x 9.11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 170.43
- Dimensions: 13 x 13.11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 361.32
- Dimensions: 12.04 x 30.01
Living room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 156.26
- Dimensions: 13 x 12.02
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range Hood
- Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,990
- Total interior livable area: 1,990 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,990
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 7
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:000038 B:0165 P:000015,822649
- Zoning: SR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Wakefield
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $810,000-1.8%$407/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Contingent | $824,900$415/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $824,900-2.9%$415/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900+70%$427/sqft |
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| 8/5/2014 | Sold | $500,000+6.4%$251/sqft |
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| 7/1/2014 | Pending sale | $469,900$236/sqft |
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| 6/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $469,900+36.2%$236/sqft |
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| 11/2/2011 | Sold | $345,000-6.7%$173/sqft |
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| 8/31/2011 | Price change | $369,900-11.9%$186/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 North Shore #71211154 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2011 | Price change | $419,900+0.2%$211/sqft |
Source: North Shore #7121154 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2011 | Price change | $419,000-6.7%$211/sqft |
Source: ERA Andrew Realty #71171732 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2011 | Price change | $449,000-4.3%$226/sqft |
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| 12/19/2010 | Listed for sale | $469,000+77%$236/sqft |
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| 8/25/2000 | Sold | $264,900$133/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,942 +1.9% | $787,800 +1% |
| 2024 | $8,776 +5.5% | $780,100 +10% |
| 2023 | $8,319 +3.7% | $709,200 +8.9% |
| 2022 | $8,023 +7.2% | $651,200 +10.8% |
| 2021 | $7,483 +4.3% | $587,800 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $7,173 +4.9% | $561,700 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $6,835 +5.3% | $532,700 +6.3% |
| 2018 | $6,492 +2.9% | $501,300 +3.5% |
| 2017 | $6,312 -1% | $484,400 +2.5% |
| 2016 | $6,373 +14.4% | $472,400 +14.3% |
| 2015 | $5,571 +7.5% | $413,300 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,180 +5.6% | $405,300 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $4,907 -1.7% | $399,300 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $4,992 +3.8% | $419,500 |
| 2011 | $4,807 +10.3% | $419,500 +4.7% |
| 2010 | $4,357 +2.8% | $400,500 -1.5% |
| 2009 | $4,240 +0.6% | $406,500 -6.9% |
| 2008 | $4,214 +3.6% | $436,700 +2.2% |
| 2007 | $4,069 +4.4% | $427,400 +1.9% |
| 2006 | $3,898 +11.8% | $419,600 +9% |
| 2005 | $3,488 +10.4% | $385,000 +38.9% |
| 2004 | $3,160 +8.3% | $277,200 +5.1% |
| 2003 | $2,918 +3.7% | $263,800 |
| 2002 | $2,815 +24.1% | $263,800 +58.7% |
| 2000 | $2,269 +2.1% | $166,200 +4.7% |
| 1999 | $2,223 | $158,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Montrose
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dolbeare Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Galvin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Wakefield Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dolbeare
- Middle: Galvin
- High: Wakefield
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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