For sale

Price cut: $24.1K (8/31)

$724,900

70 Montrose Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880

3beds

1,754sqft

$4,689/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1963

0.29 Acres Lot

$710,700 Zestimate^®

$413/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Second fireplaceGenerous-sized deckFinished family roomCorner lot ranchOpen sun-filled floor plan

Welcome to 70 Montrose Ave, a corner lot ranch situated alongside Wicker Lane and other exceptionally maintained homes in one of Wakefield's most desirable neighborhoods. This three-bedroom home with its open, sun-filled floor plan creates the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The lower level provides additional living space with its finished family room featuring a second fireplace along with unfinished bonus rooms, ideal for use as an office, game room, workshop, or simple storage. Enjoy the sunroom and generous-sized deck, offering privacy and wonderful views of the protected wetlands, an ideal setting for outdoor entertainment. The expanded driveway accommodates six off-street parking spots for family and guests. Conveniently located one half mile from the new public high school and vocational schools and with proximity to major highways, shopping, and restaurants at Market Street and Breakheart Reservation, don't miss this opportunity!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Main,First
Area: 149.5
Dimensions: 13 x 11.5

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Main,First
Area: 123.63
Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.75

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Main,First
Area: 123.63
Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.75

Bathroom 1

Level: First
Area: 64
Dimensions: 8 x 8

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
Level: Main,First
Area: 81
Dimensions: 9 x 9

Family room

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Level: Basement
Area: 195.75
Dimensions: 14.5 x 13.5

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First
Area: 155.25
Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.5

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
Level: Main,First
Area: 274.5
Dimensions: 18 x 15.25

Heating

Baseboard, Oil

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus Room, Sun Room, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Satellite
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,754
Total interior livable area: 1,754 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,104
Finished area below ground: 650

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.29 Acres
Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level

Details

Parcel number: M:00039B B:0114 P:00012A,823808
Zoning: SR

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1963

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Subdivision: Montrose

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Wakefield

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $413/sqft
Tax assessed value: $630,900
Annual tax amount: $7,161
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$710,700

$675,000 - $746,000

$3,331/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/31/2026	Price change	$724,900-3.2%$413/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550533 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$749,000+109.7%$427/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550533 Report a problem
6/30/2015	Sold	$357,200-10.7%$204/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/14/2015	Listed for sale	$399,900$228/sqft
Source: Century 21 Spindler & O'Neil Associates #71836652 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,161 +5.9%	$630,900 +4.9%
2024	$6,765 -0.2%	$601,300 +4%
2023	$6,780 +3.8%	$578,000 +9%
2022	$6,532 +9.8%	$530,200 +13.4%
2021	$5,951 +4.9%	$467,500 +5.2%
2020	$5,674 +3.1%	$444,300 +3.6%
2019	$5,502 +3.8%	$428,800 +4.7%
2018	$5,303 +5.4%	$409,500 +6%
2017	$5,033 +7.6%	$386,300 +11.4%
2016	$4,677 +2.1%	$346,700 +2%
2015	$4,583 +7.6%	$340,000 +2%
2014	$4,260 +2.9%	$333,300 -1.1%
2013	$4,141 +3.3%	$336,900
2012	$4,009 +3.8%	$336,900
2011	$3,861 +3%	$336,900 -2.2%
2010	$3,747 +4.3%	$344,400
2009	$3,592 +3.8%	$344,400 -4%
2008	$3,462 +2%	$358,800 +0.6%
2007	$3,395 +2.7%	$356,600 +0.2%
2006	$3,305 +8.7%	$355,800 +6%
2005	$3,041 +10.8%	$335,600 +39.4%
2004	$2,744 +4.1%	$240,700 +1%
2003	$2,636 +3.3%	$238,300 -0.4%
2002	$2,552 +10.2%	$239,200 +41%
2000	$2,316 +1.9%	$169,700 +4.6%
1999	$2,272	$162,200