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Off Market Jun 2023 for $3.8M

$3,839,875

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,983/mo

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6,253

sq ft

178 Lowell Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

House Beautiful! Stunning exterior w/ covered front porch & stately stone pillars plus incredible renovation/transformation inside this 5 bedroom home in Cliff Estates! Beautiful new kitchen w/ large center island, high end appliances & coffered ceiling opens to FR w/ stone fireplace. New butler pantry/ wet bar, w/ Sub Zero drawers. Grand two story foyer flanked by formal DR w/ wainscoting & tray ceiling plus LR w/ fireplace. Private first floor library w/ custom millwork. Oversized MR w/ cubbies. Wow me main suite includes new bath w/ steam shower, radiant floors & electric towel racks. Four additional family beds & 3 full baths all similar in size. Lower level w/ playroom plus exercise area & huge unfinished storage. Large flat yard w/new landscaping, stone walls,& covered porch w/ fireplace. 3 car heated garage. Whole house water filtration, 9 speaker locations, wireless automation for security, cameras, lighting, media & climate. See full list! No Open House.

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

0.54 acresLot Size

$614Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Melissa Dailey • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Felicia Captain • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

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•Source:MLS PIN #73082877

Redfin Estimate

$3,839,875

$25K since sold in June 2023$47K since July

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This home's estimate is 4.1% lower than the average sale price ($4.00M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$4,120,000
A
5 beds5 baths6,550 sq ft
138 Lowell Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$4,100,000
B
5 beds5.5 baths7,211 sq ft
151 Hampshire Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$3,437,075
C
5 beds4.5 baths5,738 sq ft
22 Cranmore Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$3,855,000
D
6 beds5.5 baths7,034 sq ft
241 Lowell Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$5,500,000
E
6 beds6 baths7,777 sq ft
78 Suffolk Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$3,000,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths5,384 sq ft
11 Fisher Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.4M

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

25 MoM

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Sale history for 178 Lowell Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73082877

Jun 5, 2023

Sold

$3,865,000

$618/sq ft

Mar 1, 2023

Listed

$3,650,000

$584/sq ft

MLS PIN #71925826

Apr 15, 2016

Sold

$2,612,500

$418/sq ft

Mar 4, 2016

Pending

—

Feb 22, 2016

Price Changed

$2,695,000

$431/sq ft

Oct 30, 2015

Listed

$2,795,000

$447/sq ft

+25

Spectacular 2008 Cliff Estates Colonial in meticulous, like new condition offers over 6,000 sq.ft. of living space. Beautiful wrap around front porch with stone pillars welcomes you to a gracious 2 story marble foyer with soaring ceilings, exquisite mill work and detail throughout. Gorgeous fireplaced living room leads to handsome mahogany library which opens to private stone covered porch with outside fireplace. Generous dining room, perfect for entertaining, features a butler's pantry with wetbar, 2nd dishwasher and wine fridge. Custom chef's kitchen with island, double ovens and breakfast area steps down to family room with fireplace and views of the expansive yard, patio and sport court. 2nd floor includes oversized master bedroom suite, spa like bath with radiant heat and steam shower, 4 large additional family bedrooms and upstairs laundry. Back staircase leads to spacious mudroom and side entry. Lower level offers playroom and work out area . 3 car heated garage.

MLS PIN #70803350

Jul 24, 2009

Sold

$2,575,000

$412/sq ft

Jul 21, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 1, 2009

Price Changed

$2,850,000

$456/sq ft

Mar 4, 2009

Price Changed

$2,999,000

$480/sq ft

Oct 28, 2008

Price Changed

$3,195,000

$511/sq ft

Aug 7, 2008

Listed

$3,395,000

$543/sq ft

Spectacular new construction in Cliff Estates.Custom stone/shingle Cape w/5971 sq ft of living space on 25,378 sq ft of land.Exquisite custom detail & quality throughout, well proportioned entertaining rms, chef's kit., paneled lib., covered porch w/an outdoor FP are just some of the highlights of this new home.Oversized Master BR w/ba & closet, 4 family BR's, 3 full baths & second floor laundry.Professional landscaping, sec. system, sprinklers are just some of the amenities in this new home.

Public Records

Nov 2, 2007

Sold

$1,015,000

$162/sq ft

Public Records

May 1, 1985

Sold

$350,000

$56/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$35,999 (+4.6%)

$1,176,000 + $1,968,000

$3,144,000

2022

$34,409 (−0.6%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2021

$34,616 (+1.6%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2020

$34,056

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2019

$34,085 (+6.4%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2018

$32,026 (+1.4%)

$893,000 + $1,787,000

$2,680,000

2017

$31,597 (+0.4%)

$893,000 + $1,787,000

$2,680,000

2016

$31,468 (+1.9%)

$878,000 + $1,782,000

$2,660,000

2015

$30,888 (+4.9%)

$878,000 + $1,794,000

$2,672,000

2014

$29,439 (−1.0%)

$649,000 + $1,902,000

$2,551,000

2013

$29,741 (+1.9%)

$584,000 + $1,958,000

$2,542,000

2012

$29,182 (+3.3%)

$584,000 + $1,958,000

$2,542,000

2011

$28,244 (+10.8%)

$522,000 + $1,949,000

$2,471,000

2010

$25,498 (+207.7%)

$584,000 + $1,849,000

$2,433,000

2009

$8,286

$670,000 + $205,000

$875,000

Tax history for 178 Lowell Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$35,999 (+4.6%)

$1,176,000 + $1,968,000

$3,144,000

2022

$34,409 (−0.6%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2021

$34,616 (+1.6%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2020

$34,056

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2019

$34,085 (+6.4%)

$932,000 + $2,014,000

$2,946,000

2018

$32,026 (+1.4%)

$893,000 + $1,787,000

$2,680,000

2017

$31,597 (+0.4%)

$893,000 + $1,787,000

$2,680,000

2016

$31,468 (+1.9%)

$878,000 + $1,782,000

$2,660,000

2015

$30,888 (+4.9%)

$878,000 + $1,794,000

$2,672,000

2014

$29,439 (−1.0%)

$649,000 + $1,902,000

$2,551,000

2013

$29,741 (+1.9%)

$584,000 + $1,958,000

$2,542,000

2012

$29,182 (+3.3%)

$584,000 + $1,958,000

$2,542,000

2011

$28,244 (+10.8%)

$522,000 + $1,949,000

$2,471,000

2010

$25,498 (+207.7%)

$584,000 + $1,849,000

$2,433,000

2009

$8,286

$670,000 + $205,000

$875,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.54 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,538

Year built

2008

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

261734

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: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 425
Length: 25
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Remodeled

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 300
Length: 15
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Living Room Information
Area: 294
Length: 14
Width: 21
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 14
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 320
Length: 20
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 528
Length: 24
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Second Dishwasher,Wine Chiller

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Wainscoting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Library, Mud Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,253
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: tan

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $35,998.80
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Cliff to Lowell
UnparsedAddress: 178 Lowell Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,538
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 261734

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Estimated sale price

$3.65M – $4.42M

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Home values near 178 Lowell Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
190 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,586,884
193 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7200 Sq. Ft.	$3,667,081

Address	Redfin Estimate
194 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2298 Sq. Ft.	$2,067,315
183 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6332 Sq. Ft.	$4,040,878

Address	Redfin Estimate
201 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 7047 Sq. Ft.	$3,606,439
163 Lowell Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 5980 Sq. Ft.	$4,041,116

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