36 Salem St Wakefield, MA 01880
Lakeside NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,146/month
Total Views
1,055
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,750
Sq Ft
$371
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Custom Closet System
- Property is near public transit
- 1 Fireplace
About This Home
Start your homeownership journey at 36 Salem St in Wakefield! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is perfect for first-time buyers looking for space, convenience, and future potential. Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors (even under the carpet), a roomy primary bedroom with built-ins and a walk-through closet to the second bedroom, and a bright living area that just feels like home. The large 2-car garage comes with a second-floor loft—ideal for storage, a workshop, or future expansion. You'll love the fenced-in yard for pets, play, or gardening, plus there’s plenty of off-street parking. Key updates include a newer roof, newly paved driveway, split oil tank, and French drain, and sump pump for peace of mind. Located close to Lake Quannapowitt, shops and restaurants on Main St., and the Haverhill Line Wakefield commuter rail station, perfect for an easy Boston commute. Vacant and easy to show—come take a look and imagine the possibilities!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,259
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 4,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
- Property is zoned GR
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,750 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- 1 Fireplace
- Picture Window
- Pocket Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Sitting Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 100 Amp Service
- Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:000016 B:0047 P:0128AB,818096
Community Details
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,259 | $639,600 | $323,900 | $315,700 |
| 2024 | $6,859 | $609,700 | $308,600 | $301,100 |
| 2023 | $6,878 | $586,400 | $296,700 | $289,700 |
| 2022 | $6,634 | $538,500 | $272,200 | $266,300 |
| 2021 | $6,051 | $475,300 | $235,200 | $240,100 |
| 2020 | $5,769 | $451,800 | $223,600 | $228,200 |
| 2019 | $5,196 | $405,000 | $215,800 | $189,200 |
| 2018 | $5,008 | $386,700 | $206,100 | $180,600 |
| 2017 | $5,006 | $384,200 | $194,400 | $189,800 |
| 2016 | $4,686 | $347,400 | $171,900 | $175,500 |
| 2015 | $4,594 | $340,800 | $168,600 | $172,200 |
| 2014 | $4,270 | $334,100 | $165,200 | $168,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | For Sale | $649,900 | +32.2% | $371 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2018 06/27/18 | Sold | $491,500 | +4.8% | $281 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2018 04/17/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2018 04/11/18 | For Sale | $469,000 | +16.4% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2016 06/23/16 | Sold | $403,000 | -3.8% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2016 05/04/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2016 04/09/16 | Price Changed | $419,000 | -2.3% | $260 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2016 03/21/16 | Price Changed | $429,000 | -2.5% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 03/09/2016 03/09/16 | For Sale | $439,900 | -- | $273 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $491,500 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $403,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $349,721 | -- | |
| Deed | $159,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $430,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $436,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $440,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $382,850 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $306,962 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $87,238 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $323,379 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $321,856 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $143,900 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73418037
APN: WAKE-000016-000047-000128AB
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