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Off Market Oct 2022 for $2.4M

$2,654,542

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,771/mo

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4,063

sq ft

12 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Stunning classic 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath Colonial in the desirable Poets neighborhood. This spacious home has a wonderful floor plan. Enter through a convenient mudroom off the open-concept kitchen and family room. The kitchen is equipped with lovely finishes including a large center island, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances including Wolf wall ovens and gas counter range. Off the spacious living area with a gas fireplace step through french doors to take your coffee onto the deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. Amenities include high ceilings, hardwood floors, four family bedrooms on the second floor with a fantastic primary suite, and two additional bedrooms or versatile office space on the third floor. The finished basement makes a wonderful bonus room with direct access to the two-car garage. Moments from the recreation center, playground, and walking distance to Schofield Elementary School.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$653Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Steven Cohen Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Bought with Steven Cohen Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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•Source:MLS PIN #73042456

Redfin Estimate

$2,654,542

$255K since sold in October 2022$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 22.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,616,000
B
6 beds3.5 baths3,447 sq ft
225 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,665,000
C
5 beds4 baths3,096 sq ft
80 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,935,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,364 sq ft
49 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$2,150,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths2,811 sq ft
5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$2,500,000
F
6 beds4 baths3,694 sq ft
25 Washburn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$189K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN FRI, 3PM TO 4:30PM
$1,995,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,216 sq ft
186 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$5,450,000
5 beds7 baths7,632 sq ft
44 Whiting Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 12 Tennyson Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73042456

Oct 11, 2022

Sold

$2,400,000

$591/sq ft

Sep 29, 2022

Listed

$2,195,000

$540/sq ft

MLS PIN #71082862

Jul 30, 2010

Sold

$1,675,000

$412/sq ft

Jun 11, 2010

Contingent

—

Jun 9, 2010

Price Changed

$1,725,000

$425/sq ft

May 19, 2010

Listed

$1,795,000

$442/sq ft

Fabulous six-bedroom Colonial in the desirable Poets neighborhood. This recently renovated home has a wonderful floor plan including a large living room with fireplace, French doors leading to a lovely sunroom, a pretty dining room and a stunning kitchen and family room. Amenities include high ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, four family bedrooms on the second floor with a fantastic master suite and a walk-up attic with two additional bedrooms or versatile office space. Lower level rec room.

Public Records

Aug 12, 2004

Sold

$1,715,500

$422/sq ft

MLS PIN #70029684

Aug 13, 2004

Sold

$1,715,000

$422/sq ft

Aug 2, 2004

Listing Removed

—

May 6, 2004

Listed

$1,795,000

$442/sq ft

MLS PIN #30774974

Nov 21, 2003

Sold

$780,000

$192/sq ft

Oct 16, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Oct 1, 2003

Listed

$799,000

$197/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,938 (+14.6%)

$1,030,000 + $886,000

$1,916,000

2022

$19,144 (+5.5%)

$891,000 + $748,000

$1,639,000

2021

$18,142 (+1.6%)

$796,000 + $748,000

$1,544,000

2020

$17,849 (+5.6%)

$796,000 + $748,000

$1,544,000

2019

$16,904 (−7.0%)

$732,000 + $729,000

$1,461,000

2018

$18,176 (+1.4%)

$730,000 + $791,000

$1,521,000

2017

$17,933 (+0.7%)

$730,000 + $791,000

$1,521,000

2016

$17,804 (+2.4%)

$717,000 + $788,000

$1,505,000

2015

$17,386 (−0.6%)

$717,000 + $787,000

$1,504,000

2014

$17,483 (−4.5%)

$594,000 + $921,000

$1,515,000

2013

$18,299 (+1.9%)

$557,000 + $1,007,000

$1,564,000

2012

$17,955 (−1.6%)

$557,000 + $1,007,000

$1,564,000

2011

$18,242 (+17.5%)

$498,000 + $1,098,000

$1,596,000

2010

$15,531 (+10.1%)

$557,000 + $925,000

$1,482,000

2009

$14,110

$639,000 + $851,000

$1,490,000

Tax history for 12 Tennyson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,938 (+14.6%)

$1,030,000 + $886,000

$1,916,000

2022

$19,144 (+5.5%)

$891,000 + $748,000

$1,639,000

2021

$18,142 (+1.6%)

$796,000 + $748,000

$1,544,000

2020

$17,849 (+5.6%)

$796,000 + $748,000

$1,544,000

2019

$16,904 (−7.0%)

$732,000 + $729,000

$1,461,000

2018

$18,176 (+1.4%)

$730,000 + $791,000

$1,521,000

2017

$17,933 (+0.7%)

$730,000 + $791,000

$1,521,000

2016

$17,804 (+2.4%)

$717,000 + $788,000

$1,505,000

2015

$17,386 (−0.6%)

$717,000 + $787,000

$1,504,000

2014

$17,483 (−4.5%)

$594,000 + $921,000

$1,515,000

2013

$18,299 (+1.9%)

$557,000 + $1,007,000

$1,564,000

2012

$17,955 (−1.6%)

$557,000 + $1,007,000

$1,564,000

2011

$18,242 (+17.5%)

$498,000 + $1,098,000

$1,596,000

2010

$15,531 (+10.1%)

$557,000 + $925,000

$1,482,000

2009

$14,110

$639,000 + $851,000

$1,490,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

2004

Sq. Ft.

4,095

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257742

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,063
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,143
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: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Walnut St to Tennyson Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 12 Tennyson Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,095
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257742

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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

59% 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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

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Estimated sale price

$2.52M – $3.05M

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Home values near 12 Tennyson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
18 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3070 Sq. Ft.	$2,306,220
32 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2494 Sq. Ft.	$2,453,135

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1762 Sq. Ft.	$2,136,589
21 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1983 Sq. Ft.	$1,568,956

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$1,808,215
17 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2040 Sq. Ft.	$2,142,609

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