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Off Market Jun 2022 for $1.3M

$1,399,912

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,495/mo

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1,233

sq ft

12 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Just steps away from the Brook Path, this charming, sun-filled 1930's Colonial offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full, 1 half bath, front to back FRP Living Room with gorgeous floor to ceiling built-ins, formal Dining Room, cozy screened in porch, expansive fenced in level back yard, and many recent updates: including new LR Gas fireplace, new light fixtures, fresh paint, new microwave, AC and more. Lower level has been freshened up and longing to be finished. Tucked away near town, schools, shopping, and commuter rail, this hidden Gem offers the perfect blend of "Urban/Suburban" living. Outstanding opportunity!!!! Offers, if any, are due Monday 4/11 at 12 noon.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

7,100 sq ftLot Size

$1,135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Sullivan • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72964464

Redfin Estimate

$1,399,912

$25K since sold in June 2022$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.41M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,130,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,431 sq ft
36 Kimlo Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,925,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
58 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,560,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,786 sq ft
69 Donizetti St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,150,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,892 sq ft
76 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD FEB 2, 2026
$1,525,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths1,812 sq ft
14 Twitchell St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,150,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,986 sq ft
83 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$119K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

18 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,295,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,648 sq ft
5 Oakdale Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
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Sale history for 12 Cottonwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72964464

Jun 27, 2022

Sold

$1,375,000

$1,115/sq ft

Apr 12, 2022

Contingent

—

Apr 7, 2022

Listed

$995,000

$807/sq ft

MLS PIN #72307043

Aug 1, 2018

Sold

$912,000

$740/sq ft

Apr 18, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2018

Listed

$879,000

$713/sq ft

+14

If close to Wellesley Center, Brook Path, Schools, Commuter Rail and all that Wellesley has to offer is what you're looking for, you won't want to miss this charming 1930's Colonial. Meticulously maintained and updated to reflect today's fresh décor this special home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath, formal frpl Living Room with period built-ins. Formal Dining Room, updated stainless/granite Kitchen. Lower level Laundry with adjacent area ready to be finished. Lovely sun filled screened-in-porch, perfect for Spring/Summer/Fall evenings and fabulous, level back yard complete this very special property. All this in a coveted in-town location close to everything. Leave the car at home!

Public Records

Sep 1, 1989

Sold

$235,000

$191/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,576 (+19.3%)

$806,000 + $205,000

$1,011,000

2022

$9,706 (−0.6%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2021

$9,764 (+1.6%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2020

$9,606 (+3.3%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2019

$9,302 (+8.7%)

$639,000 + $165,000

$804,000

2018

$8,556 (+1.4%)

$612,000 + $104,000

$716,000

2017

$8,442 (+10.8%)

$612,000 + $104,000

$716,000

2015

$7,618 (+3.6%)

$556,000 + $103,000

$659,000

2014

$7,351 (+6.0%)

$502,000 + $135,000

$637,000

2013

$6,938 (+3.5%)

$471,000 + $122,000

$593,000

2012

$6,704 (+18.5%)

$471,000 + $113,000

$584,000

2011

$5,658 (+3.4%)

$385,000 + $110,000

$495,000

2010

$5,471 (−0.2%)

$412,000 + $110,000

$522,000

2009

$5,483

$471,000 + $108,000

$579,000

Tax history for 12 Cottonwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,576 (+19.3%)

$806,000 + $205,000

$1,011,000

2022

$9,706 (−0.6%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2021

$9,764 (+1.6%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2020

$9,606 (+3.3%)

$666,000 + $165,000

$831,000

2019

$9,302 (+8.7%)

$639,000 + $165,000

$804,000

2018

$8,556 (+1.4%)

$612,000 + $104,000

$716,000

2017

$8,442 (+10.8%)

$612,000 + $104,000

$716,000

2015

$7,618 (+3.6%)

$556,000 + $103,000

$659,000

2014

$7,351 (+6.0%)

$502,000 + $135,000

$637,000

2013

$6,938 (+3.5%)

$471,000 + $122,000

$593,000

2012

$6,704 (+18.5%)

$471,000 + $113,000

$584,000

2011

$5,658 (+3.4%)

$385,000 + $110,000

$495,000

2010

$5,471 (−0.2%)

$412,000 + $110,000

$522,000

2009

$5,483

$471,000 + $108,000

$579,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,970 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,233

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

260682

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window Seat

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,233
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: white

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,707.08
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Wellesley Ave to Clifford St to Cottonwood Rd
UnparsedAddress: 12 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,233
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260682

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.33M – $1.61M

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32 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2872 Sq. Ft.	$2,127,566
18 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1542 Sq. Ft.	$1,282,394

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1172 Sq. Ft.	$1,293,952
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