Off Market Jul 2018 for $1.2M

$1,831,613

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,134/mo

•

2,076

sq ft

196 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Location, Location! Move right in to this spacious center entrance Colonial, located in Poet’s area, one of Wellesley’s finest. Meticulously maintained & move in ready! Home is complete with three bedrooms and two and half baths. Gorgeous updated white kitchen complete with granite & stainless steel appliances overlooks the expansive back yard. Entertain in the formal dining & front to back living room w/fireplace. Relax in the screened porch. Spacious Master Bedroom is ensuite with walk-in closet. The walk-out lower level has finished family room with stone fireplace . Full sized two-car garage. Brand new ROOF! Easy access to major commuter routes. Easy walk to- Schofield Elementary, Wellesley Lower Falls, Wellesley Farms Commuter Train, Restaurants, Shops, Walking Trails, Warren Park Rec Center & more.. 1/3 acre lot! Dont miss this Opportunity - OPEN SAT 11:30-1:30 and SUN 2pm - 4pm.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$882Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Norcross and Partners • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Teri Adler • Pinnacle Residential

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•Source:MLS PIN #72323648

Redfin Estimate

$1,831,613

$619K since sold in July 2018$11K since August

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This home's estimate is 10.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.66M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$1,350,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,079 sq ft
11 Springdale, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,282,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,122 sq ft
6 Wareland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$2,325,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,897 sq ft
28 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,600,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,447 sq ft
43 Palmer Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,880,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,332 sq ft
23 Thackeray 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

99.8%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$2.5M

$91K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

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$1,885,000
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35 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$2,150,000
5 beds4.5 baths4,404 sq ft
32 Lantern Ln, Wellesley, MA 02481
OPEN TUE, 10:30AM TO 12PM
$4,980,000
5 beds4.5 baths5,296 sq ft
97 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,799,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,714 sq ft
8 Cypress Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$2,195,000
5 beds4 baths3,200 sq ft
6 Intervale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,995,000
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39 Fairbanks Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 196 Walnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72323648

Jul 30, 2018

Sold

$1,212,500

$584/sq ft

May 15, 2018

Pending

—

May 9, 2018

Listed

$1,135,000

$547/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 19, 2008

Sold

$914,500

$441/sq ft

MLS PIN #70732358

Jun 19, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jun 19, 2008

Sold

$914,500

$441/sq ft

Apr 29, 2008

Contingent

—

Apr 13, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Apr 10, 2008

Price Changed

$939,000

$452/sq ft

Mar 27, 2008

Listed

$969,000

$467/sq ft

New Price! Sparkling center entrance Colonial located in desirable Poets Corner. This 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home features an inviting floor plan complete with a spacious dining room w/custom built-in cabinets and a front to back family room with crown moldings. The sunfilled kitchen is a chef’s dream with granite, stainless steel appliances, and newer cabinets. Master Bedroom is complete with a recent remodel of the master bathroom. 2 car garage and large fenced in yard.

MLS PIN #70029369

Jul 26, 2004

Sold

$800,000

$385/sq ft

Jun 8, 2004

Listing Removed

—

May 5, 2004

Listed

$819,000

$395/sq ft

MLS PIN #30347365

Oct 29, 1999

Sold

$585,000

$282/sq ft

Aug 18, 1999

Listed

$598,000

$288/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,362 (+7.9%)

$1,035,000 + $394,000

$1,429,000

2022

$15,161 (+7.3%)

$896,000 + $402,000

$1,298,000

2021

$14,124 (+2.6%)

$800,000 + $402,000

$1,202,000

2020

$13,768 (+5.6%)

$800,000 + $391,000

$1,191,000

2019

$13,039 (+11.0%)

$736,000 + $391,000

$1,127,000

2018

$11,747 (+1.4%)

$703,000 + $280,000

$983,000

2017

$11,590 (+9.7%)

$703,000 + $280,000

$983,000

2015

$10,566 (+7.7%)

$655,000 + $259,000

$914,000

2014

$9,809 (−2.6%)

$542,000 + $308,000

$850,000

2013

$10,074 (+1.9%)

$508,000 + $353,000

$861,000

2012

$9,884 (+13.5%)

$508,000 + $353,000

$861,000

2011

$8,710 (+2.2%)

$429,000 + $333,000

$762,000

2010

$8,520 (+5.5%)

$480,000 + $333,000

$813,000

2009

$8,078

$551,000 + $302,000

$853,000

Tax history for 196 Walnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,362 (+7.9%)

$1,035,000 + $394,000

$1,429,000

2022

$15,161 (+7.3%)

$896,000 + $402,000

$1,298,000

2021

$14,124 (+2.6%)

$800,000 + $402,000

$1,202,000

2020

$13,768 (+5.6%)

$800,000 + $391,000

$1,191,000

2019

$13,039 (+11.0%)

$736,000 + $391,000

$1,127,000

2018

$11,747 (+1.4%)

$703,000 + $280,000

$983,000

2017

$11,590 (+9.7%)

$703,000 + $280,000

$983,000

2015

$10,566 (+7.7%)

$655,000 + $259,000

$914,000

2014

$9,809 (−2.6%)

$542,000 + $308,000

$850,000

2013

$10,074 (+1.9%)

$508,000 + $353,000

$861,000

2012

$9,884 (+13.5%)

$508,000 + $353,000

$861,000

2011

$8,710 (+2.2%)

$429,000 + $333,000

$762,000

2010

$8,520 (+5.5%)

$480,000 + $333,000

$813,000

2009

$8,078

$551,000 + $302,000

$853,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.38 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,800

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257810

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 312
Length: 24
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: Basement

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 160
Length: 10
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,076
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,746.85
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Dual, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt 16 to Walnut
UnparsedAddress: 196 Walnut Street, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257810

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 • 0.2mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

56% 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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Historical weather

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

$1.74M – $2.11M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
192 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$1,592,131
225 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3447 Sq. Ft.	$1,894,006

Address	Redfin Estimate
183 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3476 Sq. Ft.	$2,087,874
219 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,188,872

Address	Redfin Estimate
233 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3007 Sq. Ft.	$2,032,828
217 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1106 Sq. Ft.	$1,034,879

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