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$982,153$347 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $325,000 on Jan 17, 2013

78 FOREST ST

WAKEFIELD, MA 01880
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,831 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$982K
$882K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Jan 17, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,561 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$842,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$392,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$449,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$873,620

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1952
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(12)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Greenwood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Galvin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Wakefield Memorial High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Wakefield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01880These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,541
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,469 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,797
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,919
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

78 Forest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Wakefield 01880
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Wakefield 01880
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Wakefield 01880
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Wakefield 01880
  • Older than 85% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Wakefield 01880

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$368K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Wakefield 01880.

How it measures up in Wakefield 01880

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wakefield 01880.

Estimated value$982,153
CheaperTypical $797,223Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$347
CheaperTypical $446Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,831 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,886 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 78 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWakefield 01880Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$982,15381% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34712% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,831 ft²86% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac86% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than190017% of homes15% of homes

About 78 Forest St

How much is 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA is $982,153 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $882,099 to $1,082,207. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA last sell?

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA last sold on Jan 17, 2013 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA?

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,831 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA built?

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA?

78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA is assigned to Greenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Galvin Middle School (middle), rated B; Wakefield Memorial High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wakefield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA compare to other homes in Wakefield 01880?

Among the 8,755 homes in Wakefield 01880, it is worth more than 81% of them ($982,153 against a typical $797,223), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($347 against a typical $446), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,831 ft² against a typical 1,886 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 69% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Forest St, Wakefield, MA was $9,561. The county assessed it at $842,400.

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