19 Forest Rd

1,829 Sq. Ft.
$315 / Sq. Ft.
1,829
Sq. Ft.
$315
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Opportunities abound w/ this custom cape in tranquil setting on hidden private way a short 3/10 of a mile to the commuter rail and bus line in the heart of the emerging Greenwood neighborhood w/ its own elementary school, post office, expanding restaurant scene, parks and recreation. A nature lover's retreat w/ wooded grounds and stonewalls on a quiet non through street. This property needs updating so either an investor or someone w/ an eye on equity building willing to bring sweat, vision & determination....Opportunities abound w/ this custom cape in tranquil setting on hidden private way a short 3/10 of a mile to the commuter rail and bus line in the heart of the emerging Greenwood neighborhood w/ its own elementary school, post office, expanding restaurant scene, parks and recreation. A nature lover's retreat w/ wooded grounds and stonewalls on a quiet non through street. This property needs updating so either an investor or someone w/ an eye on equity building willing to bring sweat, vision & determination. The heating system was replaced this past winter along w/ a newer dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator and some flooring upgrades. Loaded w/ old world charm including crown molding w/ dental work, built ins, hardwood floors, cedar closet, sky lights, wood stove and fireplace. Flexible floor plan can accommodate up to five bedrooms, three on the second level. Full bath on each floor. This hidden gem is waiting for its next chapter. Will you be the lucky author? One car detached garage
  1. Listed by Gerald Barrett • Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

Property Details for 19 Forest Road

Town
Wakefield
Area
MA-Wakefield
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 09/20/2024 10:41 AM

Property Details for 19 Forest Road

StatusSold
MLS #73275043
Days on Market6
Taxes$9,123 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1935
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®, Gerald Barrett

Sold By Lyv Realty, The Decotis Group

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Building Information for 19 Forest Road

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,850 SF

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$3,633 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,873

Property Taxes

$760

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 19 Forest Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: FHA
  • Living Area: 1829.0
  • Color: Brown
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Greenwood
  • High School: Wmhs
  • Middle School: Galvin
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Office
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Wood Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 221.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Skylight
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Skylight,Cedar Closet(s)
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 110.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 221.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 152.0
  • Kitchen Length: 19.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 8.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 221.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 56.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet
  • Room Office Length: 8.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 7.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Disclosures: Sold out of a trust the two trustees have never occupied property. Washer and dryer left as gifts. First floor bath sink has leak. Stove is partly functioning.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:000022 B:0031 P:0027E1,819532
  • Assessments: $810,900
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: SR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 1.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.5

Property History for 19 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 19, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73275043

$576,500
Aug 13, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73275043

Aug 13, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73275043

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/19/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73275043

$576,500
08/13/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73275043

08/13/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73275043

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 19 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$401,800Additions$394,300Total$796,100
Tax Record2025$9,036 ($753 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,829 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,829 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt988 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,850 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935Year Renovated1957ZoningSRCountyMIDDLESEXAPNWAKE M:000022 B:0031 P:0027E1Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 19 Forest Road

This home is within Wakefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Greenwood Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Galvin Middle School
Public5 to 8

Wakefield Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Woodville School
PublicPK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®, Gerald Barrett

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