Off Market May 2022 for $3.4M

$3,895,730

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $12,729/mo

•

6,294

sq ft

189 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

OH'S CANCELLED - OFFER ACCEPTED Stately Colonial in Cliff Estates - one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in MetroWest. Sidewalks lead to a circular driveway and courtyard. Grand entry hall with curved staircase opens to sun splashed front-to-back LR with fireplace & windows on 3 sides, and sun porch with backyard views. DR leads to gourmet kitchen with SS appliances, white cabinetry, center island, desk area, and Butler's Pantry. Double hung windows fill the open-concept kitchen-family room with an abundance of natural light. The fireplaced FR has area for seating, casual dining, billiards, and French doors that open to brick patio. Direct entry from 3-car garage to mudroom. Home offices on both 1st and 2nd levels. Primary suite located on 2nd level features tray ceiling, 2 walk-in closets and deluxe bath. 3 additional BR’s each with new ensuite baths on 2nd floor, and 2 BR’s and new bath on 3rd floor. Finished walk-out lower level has playroom and exercise room.

Single-familyProperty Type

1935Year Built

0.63 acresLot Size

$619Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Leslye Fligor • Compass

Bought with Kaufman Realty Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston South West

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72960211

Redfin Estimate

$3,895,730

$496K since sold in May 2022$323K since July

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This home's estimate is 9.9% lower than the average sale price ($4.33M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$3,900,000
A
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$4,400,000
B
6 beds3.5 baths7,404 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,200,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths4,010 sq ft
101 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$3,700,000
D
6 beds5.5 baths6,406 sq ft
84 Royalston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$5,500,000
E
5 beds5 baths6,203 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$5,250,000
F
5 beds7 baths7,285 sq ft
22 Valley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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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OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 1:30PM
$4,695,000
6 beds4.5 baths7,013 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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$2,049,000
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Sale history for 189 Cliff Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72960211

May 20, 2022

Sold

$3,400,000

$540/sq ft

Mar 31, 2022

Listed

$2,995,000

$476/sq ft

MLS PIN #70304640

Jun 26, 2006

Sold

$2,700,000

$429/sq ft

Jun 10, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Dec 13, 2005

Listed

$2,895,000

$460/sq ft

NEW PRICE WELL BELOW ASSESSED VALUE!Majestic Colonial Cliff Rd location! 6000 sq ft of luxurious liv.space.Classic 1935 details integrated w/2000 total renovation & addition.Artfully enhanced by 2001 owners:new exterior & interior facade,front & back courtyds,interior lighting & tasteful decor.Gourmet cherry,granite kit w/dbl SubZero refrig, great fam rm,formal liv & din rm,office,sunrm,mudrm & laundry.14 rms,6 bedrms,5 full baths,1 half bath.Master Bedroom Suite is stunning! 2 play areas LL.

MLS PIN #70158367

Nov 23, 2005

Sold

$3,200,000

$508/sq ft

Nov 16, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Mar 16, 2005

Listed

$3,485,000

$554/sq ft

Magnificent Colonial set at the pinnacle of Cliff Estates. Both the interior and exterior have been thoroughly and tastefully renovated and it is appointed with fine 1930's detail. Features include an ideal kitchen and open family room, elegant living and dining rooms, library, and solarium. The superb master suite has double walk-in closets, sitting area and a lavish bath. Spacious family bedrooms have en suite baths and generous closets. Artful landscaping enhances a much admired residence.

MLS PIN #30505496

Aug 8, 2001

Sold

$3,225,000

$512/sq ft

Jun 16, 2001

Listing Removed

—

May 16, 2001

Listed

$3,495,000

$555/sq ft

MLS PIN #30412022

Aug 18, 2000

Sold

$2,750,000

$437/sq ft

Jul 16, 2000

Listing Removed

—

May 17, 2000

Listed

$2,800,000

$445/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 22, 1999

Sold

$1,188,500

$189/sq ft

MLS PIN #30341633

Oct 22, 1999

Sold

$1,118,500

$178/sq ft

Jul 28, 1999

Listed

$1,300,000

$207/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 1, 1994

Sold

$465,000

$74/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 28, 1987

Sold

$875,000

$139/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36,148 (+12.6%)

$1,112,000 + $2,045,000

$3,157,000

2022

$32,108 (+0.9%)

$996,000 + $1,753,000

$2,749,000

2021

$31,819 (+1.6%)

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2020

$31,304

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2019

$31,332 (−2.5%)

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2018

$32,122 (+1.4%)

$859,000 + $1,829,000

$2,688,000

2017

$31,692 (−3.7%)

$859,000 + $1,829,000

$2,688,000

2016

$32,923 (+2.5%)

$845,000 + $1,938,000

$2,783,000

2015

$32,114

$844,000 + $1,934,000

$2,778,000

2014

$32,104 (−7.6%)

$749,000 + $2,033,000

$2,782,000

2013

$34,749 (+1.9%)

$702,000 + $2,268,000

$2,970,000

2012

$34,096 (+0.3%)

$702,000 + $2,268,000

$2,970,000

2011

$33,993 (+7.4%)

$656,000 + $2,318,000

$2,974,000

2010

$31,650 (+15.6%)

$702,000 + $2,318,000

$3,020,000

2009

$27,378

$957,000 + $1,934,000

$2,891,000

Tax history for 189 Cliff Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36,148 (+12.6%)

$1,112,000 + $2,045,000

$3,157,000

2022

$32,108 (+0.9%)

$996,000 + $1,753,000

$2,749,000

2021

$31,819 (+1.6%)

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2020

$31,304

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2019

$31,332 (−2.5%)

$955,000 + $1,753,000

$2,708,000

2018

$32,122 (+1.4%)

$859,000 + $1,829,000

$2,688,000

2017

$31,692 (−3.7%)

$859,000 + $1,829,000

$2,688,000

2016

$32,923 (+2.5%)

$845,000 + $1,938,000

$2,783,000

2015

$32,114

$844,000 + $1,934,000

$2,778,000

2014

$32,104 (−7.6%)

$749,000 + $2,033,000

$2,782,000

2013

$34,749 (+1.9%)

$702,000 + $2,268,000

$2,970,000

2012

$34,096 (+0.3%)

$702,000 + $2,268,000

$2,970,000

2011

$33,993 (+7.4%)

$656,000 + $2,318,000

$2,974,000

2010

$31,650 (+15.6%)

$702,000 + $2,318,000

$3,020,000

2009

$27,378

$957,000 + $1,934,000

$2,891,000

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

6,294

Year built

1935

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

260957

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: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 720
Length: 30
Width: 24
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Hot Tub / Spa,Double Vanity,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 315
Length: 21
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 392
Length: 28
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 616
Length: 28
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 340
Length: 20
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Office Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Main
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 14X7
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors, French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Decorative Molding, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Home Office, Bedroom, Play Room, Exercise Room, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,294
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $32,108
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington St. to Cliff Road; Corner of Cliff Road and Oakcliff Road
UnparsedAddress: 189 Cliff Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,294
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260957

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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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Estimated sale price

$3.70M – $4.48M

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Home values near 189 Cliff Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
175 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3844 Sq. Ft.	$2,893,316
205 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5300 Sq. Ft.	$4,379,134

Address	Redfin Estimate
171 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 6000 Sq. Ft.	$3,643,530
199 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3044 Sq. Ft.	$2,375,389

Address	Redfin Estimate
165 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 11041 Sq. Ft.	$5,443,794
195 Cliff Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4097 Sq. Ft.	$3,233,459

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