78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880
78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880
78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880
78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA 01880
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John J. Dean Jr.

John J. Dean Jr.

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78 Forest St Wakefield, MA 01880

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,664 SqFt

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Sat Oct 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sun Oct 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,664 sqft

Price per Sqft $450

MLS Listing ID 73584856

Style Craftsman

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N false

Year Built 1900

Annual Tax Amount $1

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 0.650 Acres

Acres 0.65

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property 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.

Location

State MA

County Middlesex

Zoning RES

Direction GPS

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space, Unfinished

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Fireplaces Number 1

Appliance Gas Water Heater

Exterior

Exterior Feature Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck

View Y/N Yes

View Scenic View(s)

Roof Type Shingle

Total Parking Spaces 2

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Gentle Sloping

Foundation Stone

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Craftsman

Others

Senior Community false

Listed by Flow Realty, Inc.

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John J. Dean Jr.

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