Transformed into a modern farmhouse with beautifully designed interior spaces perfect for entertaining & modern family living! This home has undergone incredible renovations and is a must-see. Open kitchen ideal for entertaining with oversized Quartz island, butler pantry, 2 ovens, 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers & formal dining room. Fireplaced family rooms & dual staircases lead up to 4 spacious bedrooms, including a serene master suite with balcony, cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet & luxe bath w/ oversized marble shower & soaking tub. You'll LOVE the 2nd floor office/study - the ULTIMATE work from home space, plus private 3rd floor guest/aupair suite. Stunning fenced yard with year-round swim spa, playset, & entertaining patio. Fully finished basement w/ bath is a perfect play/exercise room. 2 garage bays plus driveway parking for 8 cars. Close to Wellesley Farms train, Golf Course, Mass Pike, along w/ shops/restaurants. This home will make you want to move right in.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$525Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Dailey• Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Bought with Love Live Team• McCormack & Scanlan Real Estate
DRAMATIC PRICE DROP TO $1.699! Now, outstanding and best value in prestigious Wellesley Farms, easiest commuting section of town, 4 minutes to train and Pike entrance. Historic and hip renovated/expanded farmhouse with 4600 sf showcasing original details with up to date technology. So well insulated that testing exceeds Energy Star requirements. Beautiful large combined kitchen & family room with stunning stone-covered gas fireplace focal wall. Great flow from living room, dining room, kitchen and family room--close to 60 foot vista. Huge master bedroom with 15 ft. cathedral ceiling and private balcony overlooking the grounds with dozens of mature trees. Paver patio with outside gas hook-up for grill. Concrete/paver driveway with large turn-around--parking for up to 10 cars.
MLS PIN #71039645
Jun 2, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2010
Sold
$772,500
$154/sq ft
Apr 26, 2010
Contingent
—
Mar 1, 2010
Listed
$838,000
$167/sq ft
An old fashioned farmer's porch welcomes you into this wonderful 1920 Village Colonial. Surrounded by several multi-million dollar properties, this 9 room home, w/ exceptionally high ceilings and lovely detail throughout, offers 3 finished floors of living space. In addition to the 5 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths, the lower level features a playroom and sauna. Conveniently located just one half mile from the Farms train station, this home has easy access to all major routes.
Public Records
Jun 1, 1991
Sold
$255,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,186 (−0.8%)
$776,000 + $987,000
$1,763,000
2022
$20,347 (+5.3%)
$695,000 + $1,047,000
$1,742,000
2021
$19,329 (+15.3%)
$635,000 + $1,010,000
$1,645,000
2020
$16,762
$635,000 + $815,000
$1,450,000
2019
$16,777 (−10.7%)
$635,000 + $815,000
$1,450,000
2018
$18,785 (+1.4%)
$693,000 + $879,000
$1,572,000
2017
$18,534 (+2.9%)
$693,000 + $879,000
$1,572,000
2015
$18,010 (−9.2%)
$681,000 + $877,000
$1,558,000
2014
$19,837 (−5.8%)
$564,000 + $1,155,000
$1,719,000
2013
$21,060 (+1.9%)
$529,000 + $1,271,000
$1,800,000
2012
$20,664 (+174.8%)
$529,000 + $1,271,000
$1,800,000
2011
$7,521 (+0.7%)
$452,000 + $206,000
$658,000
2010
$7,472 (−4.0%)
$507,000 + $206,000
$713,000
2009
$7,784
$646,000 + $176,000
$822,000
Tax history for 159 Glen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,186 (−0.8%)
$776,000 + $987,000
$1,763,000
2022
$20,347 (+5.3%)
$695,000 + $1,047,000
$1,742,000
2021
$19,329 (+15.3%)
$635,000 + $1,010,000
$1,645,000
2020
$16,762
$635,000 + $815,000
$1,450,000
2019
$16,777 (−10.7%)
$635,000 + $815,000
$1,450,000
2018
$18,785 (+1.4%)
$693,000 + $879,000
$1,572,000
2017
$18,534 (+2.9%)
$693,000 + $879,000
$1,572,000
2015
$18,010 (−9.2%)
$681,000 + $877,000
$1,558,000
2014
$19,837 (−5.8%)
$564,000 + $1,155,000
$1,719,000
2013
$21,060 (+1.9%)
$529,000 + $1,271,000
$1,800,000
2012
$20,664 (+174.8%)
$529,000 + $1,271,000
$1,800,000
2011
$7,521 (+0.7%)
$452,000 + $206,000
$658,000
2010
$7,472 (−4.0%)
$507,000 + $206,000
$713,000
2009
$7,784
$646,000 + $176,000
$822,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
4,108
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
259211
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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Directions: Washington Street to Glen or Hundreds to Glen
UnparsedAddress: 159 Glen Rd, Wellesley MA 02481
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,108
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Middlesex County
APN: 259211
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Tv's Excluded. Mounts Stay. Dr Chandelier Excluded. W/D Included. Swingset And Endless Pool Included
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Schofield Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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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
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Estimated sale price
$2.51M – $3.03M
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