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189 Prospect St

Wakefield, MA 01880
$729,000
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,448 Living Area
  • Property Description
    If a picture is worth a thousand words, this home speaks for itself. This beautifully maintained Cape blends timeless charm with exceptional care and pride of ownership. Conveniently located on the sought-after west side, just moments from the lake and commuter rail. The kitchen and dining area feature charming built-ins, while hardwood flooring extends throughout much of the home. A warm and welcoming living room showcases a fireplace and tasteful design details. The first-floor office also offers a perfect space to work from home. The thoughtfully finished lower level is bright and spacious, offering a third bedroom, a stunning family room with a second fireplace, custom millwork, abundant storage, and character throughout. An attached one-car garage adds even more convenience. There is excellent potential for future expansion with a walk-up attic. Outside, enjoy a private patio ideal for entertaining, summer cookouts, and gatherings, all set on an oversized double lot with room for future possibilities. Convenient to public transportation and all major commuting routes, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of character, space, and location.
  • Highlights
    • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
    • Parking Spots: 4
    • Property Type: Single Family Residence
    • Total Rooms: 9
    • Status: Active
    • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Electric
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Style: Cape
    • Year Built: 1940
  • Additional Details
    • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
    • Construction: Frame
    • Fireplaces: 2
    • Foundation: Block
    • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Additional Land Avail.
    • Roof: Shingle
    • Year Built Details: Actual
    • Zoning: Sr
    • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
    • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Brick
    • Interior Features: Home Office, Walk-up Attic
    • Road Frontage Type: Public
    • SqFt Source: Measured
    • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Amenities
    • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School
    • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
    • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Utilities
    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Water Source: Public
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fees / Taxes
    • Assessed Value: $760,800
    • Taxes: $8,931
    • Tax Year: 2026

Location

189 Prospect St, Wakefield, MA 01880

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