40 Church St Wakefield, MA 01880
Downtown Wakefield NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $950,000 - $1,002,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,123
Sq Ft
$457/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 4-minute walk to Wakefield
- Colonial Architecture
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Custom Closet System
- Deck
About This Home
As of June 2022Glorious antique awaits! This Half Federal was built on the Common in 1790 and moved to its current location in 1804, situated nearby Lake Quannapowitt’s main gathering space, which hosts the Farmer’s Market. Lovingly stewarded by the current owners, this home boasts many updates and enhancements, while staying true to the character of the era, a true treasure. The open flow kitchen, dining room and family room host an inviting entertaining space and boast replica wide pine flooring. The kitchen has been thoroughly renovated and features granite counters, custom cabinetry and oodles of good storage. Enjoy garden views from the family room with vaulted ceiling and skylights crafting a bright atmosphere, while the mudroom opens to the 2 car garage & deck. 2 BRs, the primary with dressing room with two double closets, and full bath on 2nd; 3rd BR + bath on 3rd. A/C. Nearby train, shops, dining and recreation. This is one of those special homes that only come around every so often!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,858
Year Built
- Built in 1790
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Garden
- Property is zoned GR
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Antique Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,123 Sq Ft Home
- Chair Railings
- Wainscoting
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Sliding Doors
- Mud Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Storm Windows
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Concrete
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Linen Closet
- Dressing Area
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Central Air
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Connected
- Oil Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:000011 B:0101 P:000063,816823
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2004
Sold by
Girioni David and Buckley Kellie A
Bought by
Messenger Katherine P
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$293,100
Interest Rate
5.68%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 9, 1998
Sold by
Ellis Donald E and Ellis Lois T
Bought by
Buckley Kellie A and Girioni David
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messenger Katherine P | $614,000 | -- | |
| Buckley Kellie A | $275,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Conti Peter L | $720,000 | |
| Closed | Wright Will | $188,000 | |
| Closed | Messenger Katherine P | $268,000 | |
| Closed | Messenger Katherine P | $272,350 | |
| Closed | Ellis Donald E | $266,765 | |
| Closed | Messenger Katherine P | $293,100 | |
| Closed | Daryanani Vijay A | $219,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Girioni David J | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ellis Donald E | $236,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2022 06/24/22 | Sold | $900,000 | +2.3% | $424 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2022 05/18/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | For Sale | $879,900 | -- | $414 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,476 | $834,900 | $356,100 | $478,800 |
| 2024 | $9,300 | $826,700 | $352,600 | $474,100 |
| 2023 | $8,808 | $750,900 | $320,300 | $430,600 |
| 2022 | $8,487 | $688,900 | $293,800 | $395,100 |
| 2021 | $8,858 | $695,800 | $265,300 | $430,500 |
| 2020 | $8,491 | $664,900 | $253,500 | $411,400 |
| 2019 | $8,050 | $627,400 | $239,200 | $388,200 |
| 2018 | $8,820 | $590,500 | $225,000 | $365,500 |
| 2017 | $7,434 | $570,500 | $217,400 | $353,100 |
| 2016 | $7,235 | $536,300 | $213,800 | $322,500 |
| 2015 | $6,891 | $511,200 | $203,800 | $307,400 |
| 2014 | $6,405 | $501,200 | $199,800 | $301,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alison Socha
Seller's Agent in 2022
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 983-9326
1 in this area
265 Total Sales
-
Mission Realty Advisors
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Mission Realty Advisors
Compass
1 in this area
126 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72979756
APN: WAKE-000011-000101-000063
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