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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 70 Montrose Ave, a corner lot ranch situated alongside Wicker Lane and other exceptionally maintained homes in one of Wakefield's most desirable neighborhoods. This three-bedroom home with its open, sun-filled floor plan creates the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The lower level provides additional living space with its  finished family room featuring a second fireplace along with unfinished bonus rooms, ideal for use as an office, game room, workshop, or simple storage. Enjoy the sunroom and generous-sized deck, offering privacy and wonderful views of the protected wetlands, an ideal setting for outdoor entertainment. The expanded driveway accommodates six off-street parking spots for family and guests. Conveniently located one half mile from the new public high school and vocational schools and with proximity to major highways, shopping, and restaurants at Market Street and Breakheart Reservation, don't miss this opportunity!— Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®

Key details

  • 1,754 sq ft
  • 12,580 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1963 built
  • $427 / sq ft
  • $7,161 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠0⁠5⁠3⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
70 Montrose Ave
Town
Wakefield, MA
ZIP
01880
Deed (Bk/Pg)
65653 / 427

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Neighborhood: Montrose

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.