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Single family home for sale at 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880 | MLS# 73584856 | Listing updated on 2026-10-07
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$749,000

Monthly Est:$3,728

  • Beds Icon3 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,664sqft

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880

$3,728/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1900

  • $-- HOA

  • 0.65 acre lot

  • $450/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to 78 Forest Street, a beautifully updated Wakefield condo that captures the distinct charm, privacy, and character of its original Craftsman single-family roots. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and custom built-in closets throughout, this turn-key residence offers the complete independence and lifestyle of a standalone house. At the heart of the home, the light-filled, open eat-in kitchen showcases new cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, and a cozy gas fireplace—flowing seamlessly out to a private deck. Beyond lies an expansive, tranquil backyard overlooking peaceful protected wetlands, complete with a fire pit area ideal for outdoor entertaining. The impressive main-level primary suite serves as a true private retreat, offering custom built-ins and a dedicated sitting room. Upstairs, you’ll find two well-proportioned bedrooms, a full ceramic tile bath, and a sun-filled flex space—perfect for a home office or a cozy reading nook. Finished with dedicated off-street parking and situated just steps from the commuter rail, this exceptional property delivers the authentic feel of single-family living paired with unbeatable modern luxury and location.

  • Houzeo last checked: 34 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: October 7, 2026 at 1:25 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Alex Genovese (781) 720-8236 | Flow Realty, Inc. (888) 750-3569
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73584856 MLS Property Information Network-MA

Property Details

  • Status

    Active Under Contract

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Middlesex County

  • City

    Wakefield

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1900

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,664 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.65 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MLS Property Information Network

  • MLS Number

    73584856

  • MLS Status

    Contingent

  • Days on Market

    7

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

  • Exterior Features

    Porch, Porch Enclosed, Deck Composite, Covered Patio/deck

  • Appliances

    Gas Water Heater

  • Heating

    Baseboard, Natural Gas

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1900

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Frame

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Architectural Style

    Craftsman

  • Roof

    Shingle

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Crawl Space, Unfinished

  • Water Source

    Public

Other Features

  • Disclosures

    Former Sf Home, Now Part Of A Condo Association See Mls #73584847 For Townhouse Listing.

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Porch, Porch Enclosed, Deck Composite, Covered

  • Lot Features

    Gentle Sloping

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/07/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73584856

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$749,000

$450/sqft

09/30/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73584856

Listed for Sale

$749,000 +130.46%

$450/sqft

01/17/2013

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #71314044

Price Decreased

$325,000 -9.70%

$195/sqft

01/17/2013

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #71314044

Sold

$359,900

$216/sqft

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