Under Agreement

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA

Wakefield · MA 01880

$749,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1664
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1900
Lot size: 0.65 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $450 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, Window AC

About this home

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.

Neighborhood & Transit

78 Forest St, Wakefield · MA 01880

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Greenwood Commuter Rail 1 route 0.39 mi
    • Haverhill Line

Price Insight

Days on Market:
35 days
Listing Price:
$749,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$450
Tax Assessment:
$1 in 2026
Taxes:
$0 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
1,664 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Includes 78 sq ft unheated sunporch
Kitchen
Unknown
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
7
Above grade area
1664
Flooring
Unknown
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Window AC
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
28,501 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Gentle Slope, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Deck - Composite, Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Covered Patio/Deck

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Vinyl
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Listing information

Listing agent
Alex Genovese
Listing office
Flow Realty, Inc.
MLS PIN #
73584856
Disclosure
Former SF home, now part of a condo association- see MLS #73584847 for Townhouse listing.
Disclosure
Includes 78 sq ft unheated sunporch