Welcome home to quintessential West Side Wakefield where you'll find a picture perfect cape set on a grassy knoll surrounded by privacy. Pride of ownership is evident from the moment you step inside. From the bright and sunny renovated kitchen to the rich hardwood floors, there is so much to admire. Main level features dining area, full bath, cozy living room with fireplace and bonus bedroom while upstairs offers spacious primary with full bath and guest bed. Lower finished level is ideal for rec room or home office. Easy maintenance backyard provides plenty of room for entertaining with fire pit and new composite deck. Conveniently located just minutes from Lake Quannapowitt and downtown Wakefield where you'll enjoy award winning restaurants, quaint shops and the commuter rail into Boston with RT 95 just around the corner. Come see for yourself why Wakefield is one of the hottest towns north of Boston!
Sold for $840,000
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$840,000
38 Vale View Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
3beds
1,616sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
8,529 Square Feet Lot
$887,200 Zestimate®
$520/sqft
$3,970 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan Gormady Group 617-212-6301,
Classified Realty Group 781-944-1901,
Susan Gormady 617-212-6301
Bought with:
Sarah Glovsky
The Charles Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73246926
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate
- Level: Basement
- Area: 460
- Dimensions: 23 x 20
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,616
- Total interior livable area: 1,616 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Lot
- Size: 8,529 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:000004 B:0134 P:00V24A,815532
- Zoning: SR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wakefield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $520/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $638,600
- Annual tax amount: $7,184
- Date on market: 1/5/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: All Appliances Included.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2024 | Sold | $840,000+12.1%$520/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73246926 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2024 | Contingent | $749,000$463/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73246926 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,000+102.5%$463/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73246926 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2002 | Sold | $369,900$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,468 +4% | $658,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $7,184 +3.6% | $638,600 +8% |
| 2023 | $6,936 +4.7% | $591,300 +10% |
| 2022 | $6,624 +6.1% | $537,700 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $6,242 +4% | $490,300 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $6,003 +3.1% | $470,100 +3.6% |
| 2019 | $5,824 +5.7% | $453,900 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $5,510 +4.4% | $425,500 +5% |
| 2017 | $5,280 +3.7% | $405,200 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $5,090 +7.1% | $377,300 +7% |
| 2015 | $4,754 +8.9% | $352,700 +3.2% |
| 2014 | $4,367 +4% | $341,700 |
| 2013 | $4,199 +3.3% | $341,700 |
| 2012 | $4,066 +3.8% | $341,700 |
| 2011 | $3,916 +8.1% | $341,700 +2.6% |
| 2010 | $3,624 +2.8% | $333,100 -1.5% |
| 2009 | $3,526 +0.5% | $338,100 -7% |
| 2008 | $3,509 +0.8% | $363,600 -0.6% |
| 2007 | $3,481 +5.6% | $365,700 +3.1% |
| 2006 | $3,295 +2.5% | $354,700 |
| 2005 | $3,214 +3.7% | $354,700 +30.5% |
| 2004 | $3,099 +3.1% | $271,800 |
| 2003 | $3,006 +2% | $271,800 -1.6% |
| 2002 | $2,947 +11.4% | $276,200 +42.5% |
| 2000 | $2,645 +1.9% | $193,800 +4.6% |
| 1999 | $2,596 | $185,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Side
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Walton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Galvin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Wakefield Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Walton
- Middle: Galvin
- High: Wmhs
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
- West Side
- 38 Vale View Rd
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