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West Side

West Side

Neighborhood in Wakefield, Massachusetts

Middlesex County 01880

$836,429 Average Value
$484 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

A small-town sense of community in West Side near Lake Quannapowitt

The West Side of Wakefield is an older part of the city, with historic homes and proximity to Lake Quannapowitt’s waterfront parks. Wakefield’s MBTA train station is located here, making commuting to Boston convenient, and several local restaurants throughout the neighborhood give it a small-town sense of community. Summers are especially vibrant along the shore of Lake Quannapowitt, with a weekly farmers market and annual viewing of Fourth of July fireworks. “What attracts buyers is the proximity to Boston, the shops and the restaurants, and the nearby downtown area, which is very vibrant,” says Wakefield resident and Realtor Laurie Hunt. “What I think people like about living here is that it’s just good people and a good sense of community.”

Large historic homes that are some of Wakefield's oldest

Wakefield’s West Side primarily features single-family homes, with some apartments, condos and townhouses mixed in. “All the areas in Wakefield have beautiful homes, but the West Side in particular has a lot of the large, beautiful antique homes,” Hunt says. The West Side has some of Wakefield’s oldest houses, including historic farmhouses, bungalows and Dutch Colonials, which are often meticulously maintained to meet modern living standards while preserving their original character. Mature trees shade the neighborhood’s yards, and many streets do not have sidewalks. Sales prices range from around $600,000 to $1.6 million for single-family homes and $350,000 to $900,000 for townhouses and condos. The housing market here moves quickly, with homes selling after an average of about 13 days, less than a third of the national average.
A Dutch Colonial styled home with it's unique roofline in the West Side neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
A Dutch Colonial styled home with it's unique roofline in the West Side neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
A row of homes including several Garrison styled homes line the street in Wakefield, MA.
A row of homes including several Garrison styled homes line the street in Wakefield, MA.
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Parks along Lake Quannapowitt and one of Massachusetts’ oldest golf courses

The West Side has two parks on Lake Quannapowitt: Gertrude Spaulding Park, a large green space beside the water with a playground, and Hall Park/Veterans Field, which has a waterfront baseball diamond, a weekly farmers market in the summer and some of the best viewing spots in town for Wakefield’s Fourth of July fireworks. Moulton Playground is a small park in the center of the neighborhood with a baseball diamond and play equipment for kids. About a mile west, the more than 100-year-old Bear Hill Golf Club is one of Massachusetts’ longest continuously operating private golf courses.
Spaulding Playground is on the edge of Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield.
Spaulding Playground is on the edge of Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield.
The Lake Quannapowitt is a favorite spot in Wakefield for it's great walking paths and lake view
The Lake Quannapowitt is a favorite spot in Wakefield for it's great walking paths and lake view
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High ratings for Wakefield Public Schools and St. Joseph School

Students on the West Side can attend Woodville Elementary, followed by Galvin Middle School and Wakefield Memorial High School, all of which receive B-plus grades from Niche. The neighborhood is also home to St. Joseph School, a private Catholic school for preschool through eighth-grade students with an A-plus rating on Niche.
The Galvin Middle School in Wakefield, MA which receive B-plus grades from Niche.
The Galvin Middle School in Wakefield, MA which receive B-plus grades from Niche.
There is a state-of-art football field at Wakefield Memorial High School.
There is a state-of-art football field at Wakefield Memorial High School.
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Wakefield Farmers Market and Fourth of July fireworks

Every Saturday from mid-June through October, the Wakefield Farmers Market is held on the West Side at Hall Park along Lake Quannapowitt. The weekly event includes booths from over 40 vendors selling produce, meat, cheese and specialty items like baked goods, hot sauce and ice cream. Patrons can enjoy live music alongside their shopping experience and meet representatives from local nonprofits and community organizations. Wakefield is home to Massachusetts’ largest Fourth of July parade, which concludes with fireworks that can be viewed from Hall Park/Veterans Field on the West Side.
Fresh tomatoes and more at the Wakefield Farmers Market at Veterans Field in Wakefield, MA.
Fresh tomatoes and more at the Wakefield Farmers Market at Veterans Field in Wakefield, MA.
Residents gather for The Movies By The Lake, a weekly gathering in the summer in Wakefield, MA.
Residents gather for The Movies By The Lake, a weekly gathering in the summer in Wakefield, MA.
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Taking MBTA’s Haverhill Line to Boston

The West Side is a car-dependent neighborhood in Wakefield, 13 miles north of Boston. Interstate 95 passes through the neighborhood's north end and offers a route to Boston that can take 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Residents can take commuter rail on the MBTA’s Haverhill Line to get from the neighborhood to North Station in Boston in about 35 minutes. The nearest medical center is MelroseWakefield Hospital, 4 miles south, and Boston Logan International Airport is 12 miles away.

Local restaurants and a family-owned grocery store

The hot dog truck Fred’s Franks is a longtime local business at Gertrude Spaulding Park, allowing patrons to grab lunch by the water. Beside the Wakefield train station, there are several family-owned restaurants along Tuttle Street. Maya Indian Bar & Grill has happy hour specials with barbecue, seafood and vegetarian options. Carol’s Café is a cozy diner where breakfast specialties include pancakes, French toast and omelets. Wakefield House of Pizza has all-day meal-deal specials and sells a mix of pies and subs. The West Side’s nearest grocery store is Farmland, a local, family-owned produce market and Italian deli with a bakery, butcher and groceries half a mile east of the neighborhood.
Carol's Café is a small and cozy breakfast place serving up delicious meals for residents in the West Side neighborhood.
Carol's Café is a small and cozy breakfast place serving up delicious meals for residents in the West Side neighborhood.
Farmland is a local grocery store close by to residents in the West Side neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
Farmland is a local grocery store close by to residents in the West Side neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Kip LeBaron

    Kip LeBaron

    Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

    (339) 218-6789

    94 Total Sales

    1 in West Side

    $512,000 Price

    Kip LeBaron
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  • Beverlee Vidoli

    Beverlee Vidoli

    Responds Quickly

    RE/MAX Realty Experts

    (781) 537-0770

    142 Total Sales

    1 in West Side

    $642,000 Price

    Beverlee Vidoli
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  • Mary Kelly

    Mary Kelly

    Century 21 Property Central Inc.

    (339) 229-6334

    83 Total Sales

    2 in West Side

    $690K - $710K Price Range

    Mary Kelly
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  • Maria DiPierro

    Maria DiPierro

    Atlantic Realty Services

    (857) 763-2415

    25 Total Sales

    1 in West Side

    $990,000 Price

    Maria DiPierro
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  • Alexander Koziakov

    Alexander Koziakov

    Responds Quickly

    Compass

    (781) 417-5576

    79 Total Sales

    1 in West Side

    $451,000 Price

    Alexander Koziakov
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  • MC Stewart

    MC Stewart

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack

    (978) 923-5901

    76 Total Sales

    1 in West Side

    $586,000 Price

    MC Stewart
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

24 min drive

Train

Wakefield

Bus

North Ave & Wolcott St

Bus

North Ave & Winn St

West Side Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in West Side, Wakefield sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Side, Wakefield over the last 12 months is $773,750, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$762,450
Median Sale Price
$773,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$835,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$874,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$484

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,076
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,045
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,500
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,151
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
792
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    12 - 2pm

    60 Morrison Rd W, Wakefield, MA 01880

    $929,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,361 Sq Ft
    • 60 Morrison Rd W
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to one of Wakefield's most sought after neighborhoods! This stunning center entrance colonial is move in ready with fresh paint and refinished hard wood floors throughout. The main level features a large front to back living room with fireplace, formal dining room, eat in kitchen, and 1/2 bath. There is also a cozy den or home office with fireplace adjacent to the kitchen. Summer is

    John Murphy Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,302
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$111,766
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,339

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
59.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

28 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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