Active Under Contract
99 Days on market
71 Converse St Wakefield — Photo 1 of 41

71 Converse St Wakefield — Photo 1 of 41

Recent Drop: $95,100

$1,295,000
$1,199,900

$1,199,900

71 Converse St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Wakefield, MA 01880 — Upper West Side

Beds

4

Baths

3

SqFt

2,034

Style

Single Family

Built

1952

Prime Upper West Side location for this 8 room 4 br custom colonial. Virtually all new construction includes a 2nd floor addition featuring 3 generous sized bedrooms and closet space. The primary suite includes both a walk in rain shower and closet. .Fabulous open 1st floor plan affords bright airy open space. The entry foyer incorporates original staircase updated with black iron railings. Nice sight lines to the black quartz accented fireplaced dining room and open kitchen and living room yields sleek modern feel. Stunning open kitchen features shaker cabinets, new SS appliances, Quartz waterfall finished counters, 2 seat breakfast bar and tiled back splash all open to the living room. A 4th bedroom or office plus a 3/4 bath complete the 1st floor. Sparkling hardwood floors, lots of recessed lighting and central air throughout. Expansive finished LL incorporates numerous use options, plus laundry and utility rooms. All new plumbing, fixtures, wiring, service, lighting & finishes both inside and outside. Large level backyard, attached garage. This turn key home is beautifully set up for years to come.

Immersive Experience

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$590/sqft
Local Avg (Wakefield)$436/sqft
35% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 20 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Wakefield, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,295,000
Annual Taxes$7,240

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
Fireplaces1
FlooringTile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementFull, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningSR

Property & Lot

Acres0.23
SqFt Lot10,202
Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBedroom 4Bathroom 1
Basement
Family Room
Living Room
Lvl First

15.4 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting

Dining Room
Lvl First

16.5 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting

Kitchen
Lvl First

20 x 15

Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances

Family Room
Lvl Basement

28 x 22

Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Remodeled

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

17 x 12

Bathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

17 x 15

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

17 x 13

Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 4
Lvl First

12 x 12

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

8 x 8

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

7.4 x 7.4

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

8 x 7

Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting

Property History

Price Drop
$1,199,900

Was $1,235,000

Jul 30, 2026

MLS® 73528602

Price Drop
$1,235,000

Was $1,249,900

Jul 16, 2026

MLS® 73528602

Price Drop
$1,249,900

Was $1,295,000

Jun 17, 2026

MLS® 73528602

Listed
$1,295,000

Jun 2, 2026

MLS® 73528602

Sold
$646,000

Sep 17, 2025

MLS® 73429155

Listed
$549,900

Sep 10, 2025

MLS® 73429155

Population

27,793

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$134K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

29.3%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,034 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 10,202 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Christopher Barrett

Listing Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

MLS® Number: 73528602

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