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Off Market May 2018 for $2.3M

$3,573,975

•

4,569

sq ft

18 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

This Classic 1929 Colonial is nestled on one of Wellesley's most iconic streets in the heart of the Country Club area. This home blends the warmth and character of this era w/ many updates for today's living. The convenience of an elevator offers direct access from garage and LL to all three floors. Frpl Living Room, formal Dining Room, sunny stainless/granite/Kitchen w/ frp/eat-in-area steps down to frpl Family Room w/soaring ceilings, walls of glass overlooking manicured grounds. French doors open to an expansive, terraced patio, perfect for entertaining. Mahogany Library, Office/Study, half bath complete the 1st floor. 2nd floor offer 4 bedrooms, frpl Master Suite, stunning marble bath w/steam shower, radiant heated floor, 3 additional beds, laundry. LL has Playroom/Exercise room and 2nd laundry. And...A separate Family Game Room with golf simulator and putting green. State of the Art audio/visual. Ideal for watching movies, playing video games and brushing up on your golf skills.

Single-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

0.54 acresLot Size

$782Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Sullivan • Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St

Bought with Susan Sullivan • Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St

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•Source:MLS PIN #72278235

Redfin Estimate

$3,573,975

$1.3M since sold in May 2018$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 20.1% higher than the average sale price ($2.98M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
21 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$4,400,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,628 sq ft
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$3,305,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,738 sq ft
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,230,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,512 sq ft
279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$2,600,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,705 sq ft
46 Lincoln Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 3, 2025
$2,625,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,720 sq ft
10 Allen Rd, 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

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New listings for sale

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Unknown
5 beds4 baths4,149 sq ft
76 McLean St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$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
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Sale history for 18 Ordway Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72278235

May 14, 2018

Sold

$2,315,000

$507/sq ft

Apr 7, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 3, 2018

Relisted

—

Mar 21, 2018

Pending

—

Mar 9, 2018

Price Changed

$2,395,000

$524/sq ft

Feb 6, 2018

Listed

$2,499,000

$547/sq ft

MLS PIN #71624637

Apr 1, 2014

Sold

$2,150,000

$471/sq ft

Jan 28, 2014

Contingent

—

Jan 20, 2014

Listed

$2,195,000

$480/sq ft

+10

Proudly maintained! Sophisticated Country Club home has been meticulously renovated and expanded with premium craftsmanship & finishes! Updated kitchen with fireplace opens to expansive family room with high ceilings, custom built-in's & large windows providing abundant sunlight & views of handsome stone terrace & lush grounds. Mahogany paneled library with 20'ft ceilings plus first floor office/study. Butler's pantry & multiple window seats. Large, updated master suite with private bath. Radiant heat in baths, library and kitchen. Convenient 3-story elevator for easy access to all floors. Three-car garage with cobble paver driveway. Lower level exercise room plus finished recreation room and craft room. Impressive state-of-the-art heating system & mechanical systems.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,873 (+2.3%)

$1,301,000 + $1,046,000

$2,347,000

2022

$26,257 (+3.1%)

$1,166,000 + $1,082,000

$2,248,000

2021

$25,474 (+1.6%)

$1,086,000 + $1,082,000

$2,168,000

2020

$25,062 (−1.9%)

$1,086,000 + $1,082,000

$2,168,000

2019

$25,547 (+12.8%)

$1,126,000 + $1,082,000

$2,208,000

2018

$22,657 (+1.4%)

$892,000 + $1,004,000

$1,896,000

2017

$22,342 (+1.7%)

$891,000 + $1,004,000

$1,895,000

2015

$21,964 (+1.0%)

$877,000 + $1,023,000

$1,900,000

2014

$21,741 (−4.2%)

$774,000 + $1,110,000

$1,884,000

2013

$22,686 (+1.9%)

$725,000 + $1,214,000

$1,939,000

2012

$22,260 (+0.3%)

$725,000 + $1,214,000

$1,939,000

2011

$22,197 (+6.4%)

$676,000 + $1,266,000

$1,942,000

2010

$20,866 (+15.9%)

$725,000 + $1,266,000

$1,991,000

2009

$18,002

$902,000 + $999,000

$1,901,000

Tax history for 18 Ordway Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,873 (+2.3%)

$1,301,000 + $1,046,000

$2,347,000

2022

$26,257 (+3.1%)

$1,166,000 + $1,082,000

$2,248,000

2021

$25,474 (+1.6%)

$1,086,000 + $1,082,000

$2,168,000

2020

$25,062 (−1.9%)

$1,086,000 + $1,082,000

$2,168,000

2019

$25,547 (+12.8%)

$1,126,000 + $1,082,000

$2,208,000

2018

$22,657 (+1.4%)

$892,000 + $1,004,000

$1,896,000

2017

$22,342 (+1.7%)

$891,000 + $1,004,000

$1,895,000

2015

$21,964 (+1.0%)

$877,000 + $1,023,000

$1,900,000

2014

$21,741 (−4.2%)

$774,000 + $1,110,000

$1,884,000

2013

$22,686 (+1.9%)

$725,000 + $1,214,000

$1,939,000

2012

$22,260 (+0.3%)

$725,000 + $1,214,000

$1,939,000

2011

$22,197 (+6.4%)

$676,000 + $1,266,000

$1,942,000

2010

$20,866 (+15.9%)

$725,000 + $1,266,000

$1,991,000

2009

$18,002

$902,000 + $999,000

$1,901,000

*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

23,316

Year renovated

1995

Sq. Ft.

4,569

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258750

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jan 22, 2021.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Driveway, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Steam / Sauna

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Remodeled

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Library, Play Room, Exercise Room, Study

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,569
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Lot Features: Cleared
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,657.20
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Wellesley Ave to Ordway Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Ordway Road, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,569
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258750
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Jan 22, 2021

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: See List Agent
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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, 14 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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

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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

$3.41M – $4.13M

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Home values near 18 Ordway Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3913 Sq. Ft.	$2,779,995
9 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3405 Sq. Ft.	$2,720,226

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3034 Sq. Ft.	$2,341,970
3 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6087 Sq. Ft.	$3,792,165

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 6874 Sq. Ft.	$5,084,710
21 Ordway Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4269 Sq. Ft.	$3,435,595

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