974 Main St #39, Wakefield, MA 01880

$459,900 · For sale

974 Main St #39, Wakefield

This one bedroom unit was completely renovated in 2026 from top to bottom, with every element replaced, upgraded, and thoughtfully specified for a home that lives like new construction, without the new construction price tag. The top floor placement in this elevator building brings quiet, light-filled rooms and a sense of privacy rare in condo living. A stylish, neutral color palette runs throughout, offering a calm, cohesive backdrop. The expertly designed kitchen is the centerpiece of the unit, with floor to ceiling cabinetry that maximizes storage while giving the space an elevated, custom look, complemented by a dedicated pantry cabinet for everyday organization. A range hood anchors the cooking area, and the island, with a microwave built directly in, keeps counter space open for prep, dining, or entertaining. The bathroom continues the same standard of finish, with a walk in shower behind a sleek glass door, brand new tile work, and a linen closet for practical, everyday storage. In unit washer and dryer round out the convenience, so laundry never means leaving home. The condo fee covers heat and hot water, and with a fully renovated unit and well maintained building, this is truly low maintenance living. Location is what sets this address apart. The building sits directly across the street from the commuter rail, with an MBTA bus stop right out front, making this one of the most transit connected addresses in Wakefield. From here, downtown Wakefield and downtown Melrose are both just minutes away, with shops, restaurants, cafes, and beautiful Lake Quannapowitt all part of daily life rather than a special occasion. Pets are welcome under 25 lbs, and for buyers comparing this to the new construction units currently selling in town, the value proposition is clear: the same 2026 finishes and the same turnkey condition, at a meaningfully different price. A top floor, fully renovated one bedroom in an elevator building, steps from the commuter rail, this is a rare combination in Wakefield's current market, offered with truly low maintenance living from day one.

About this address

974 Main St #39 is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo for sale in Wakefield, MA 01880 with 705 square feet, asking $459,900. It has been on our site since November 3, 2026.

The median asking price among the 5 other 1-bedroom condos for sale in Wakefield is $359,900. This one asks about 28% more. At $652 a square foot, it compares with a median of $505 among the 24 other condos for sale in Wakefield with a stated size.

At 705 square feet, it is larger than 80% of the 5 other 1-bedroom condos in Wakefield with a stated size.

It scores 83 out of 100 for walkability, from how close everyday places are.

The closest train or subway stop is Greenwood (MBTA Haverhill Line), about 0.1 miles away. The closest bus stop is Main St @ Greenwood Plaza (MBTA route 137), under 0.1 miles away.

The closest public schools by level are Greenwood (0.1 miles), Melrose Middle (1.2 miles) and Melrose High (1.2 miles). The district decides which school serves an address.

Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), MLS #73598212, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are compared with other homes listed on this site today. Trains and buses come from the transit agencies’ published schedules and schools from the National Center for Education Statistics. Distances are straight-line.

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