Set high on Cowdry’s Hill, 90 Prospect Street is a piece of Wakefield’s architectural and cultural history. Once part of the Elizabeth Boit estate, this residence was built for one of Massachusetts’ most influential industrialists, Elizabeth Boit, co-founder of the Harvard Knitting Mill.

The house, designed by Wakefield architect Harland Perkins, forms part of a collection of early 20th-century residences that earned the Boit complex a place on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, 90 Prospect Street carries that legacy forward, preserving its architectural character while offering the modern comforts expected of a contemporary home.

Inside, over 5,000 square feet of living space combine historic detail with everyday functionality. A welcoming foyer opens to expansive entertaining areas, five bedrooms, multiple home offices, a game room, and a wine cellar. The updated kitchen brings the home fully into the present, while original elements — rich woodwork, period moldings, a fireplace we’re obsessed with,and generous windows — maintain a timeless warmth.

Outside, a half-acre lot designed by landscape architect Kevin J. MacNeill creates a serene backdrop with an oversized screened porch, private basketball court, and mature gardens that echo the home’s classic elegance.

Located on Wakefield’s prestigious west side, moments from Lake Quannapowitt and minutes from downtown, this home offers the rare combination of heritage, space, and convenience. Only 10 miles from Boston, 90 Prospect Street invites you to become the next steward of a truly significant property, where the best of the past and present meet on one of Wakefield’s most storied hills.

The sale of the home, on the market for $1,650,000, is represented by Kristin Weekley with Leading Edge Real Estate, 781-454-8493.