Last Sold Price
2 beds1,200 sqft$477/sqft
55 Melvin St, Unit R, Wakefield, MA 01880

Description

This beautiful 2-bed, 1.5-bath condex in Wakefield, MA, offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience and best of all, NO CONDO FEES! The spacious living room features hardwood floors and a large picture window, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and kitchen, complete with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and access to the exterior deck. A half bath, laundry, and pantry closet complete the main floor. Upstairs, both bedrooms boast hardwood floors and ample closet space, while...This beautiful 2-bed, 1.5-bath condex in Wakefield, MA, offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience and best of all, NO CONDO FEES! The spacious living room features hardwood floors and a large picture window, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and kitchen, complete with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and access to the exterior deck. A half bath, laundry, and pantry closet complete the main floor. Upstairs, both bedrooms boast hardwood floors and ample closet space, while the full bath features tile flooring and a tub/shower combo. Enjoy the convenience of having in-unit laundry! Head outside and enjoy a composite deck, yard, and storage shed perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located in the heart of Wakefield with easy access to downtown, I-95, I-93, and RT-128. Schedule your showing today!
LISTING CLOSED: 04/07/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Maria Leblanc • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

Status
MLS #
73338846
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$5,753 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Condominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built
1983
Town
Wakefield
Area
MA-Wakefield
Style
Detached
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
Unit Placement
Street

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Median sold price

$586,000

Avg days on market

22

Sale-to-list ratio

103.0%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Maria Leblanc

Sold By Flow Realty, Inc., Team Smith

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Building Information for 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

Building/ComplexThe Melvin St CondoFloor1Stories2Residences2Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1983

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$3,387 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,907

Property Taxes

$479

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1200.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Property Attached: No
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Entry Location: Street
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Access Rights, Storage Shed, Screens, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Access Rights
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • 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: 256.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 48.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 30.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 5.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 112.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 8.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 300.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup
  • Room Living Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Unit Deed, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Buyers and buyers agents to perform due diligence. Contingent on Seller finding suitable housing Seller has already identified a property and is under agreement. Some photos may be virtually enhanced.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:000019 B:0229 P:00221L,4686756
  • Assessments: $506,900
  • Block: 0
  • Book: 0229
  • Lot: 0
  • Map: 000019
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: GR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Complex Name: The Melvin St Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: No Management
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: R
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 7, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73338846

$572,000
Mar 4, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73338846

Mar 4, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73338846

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/07/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73338846

$572,000
03/04/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73338846

03/04/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73338846

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

Public Records for 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$506,900Total-
Tax Record2025$5,753 ($479 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,413 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1983Year Renovated1983ZoningGRCountyMIDDLESEXAPNWAKE M:000019 B:0229 P:00221L

Schools near 55 Melvin Street, Unit R

This home is within Wakefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Galvin Middle School
Public5 to 8

Wakefield Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Woodville School
PublicPK to 4

Greenwood Elementary School
PublicK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 55 Melvin Street, Unit R, Wakefield, MA 01880
$572,000
2
1,200
$315,000
2
1,240
$305,000
2
1,240
$525,000
4
2,400
6,708
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Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Maria Leblanc

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