SOLD APR 21, 2026

Sold on Apr 2026

$2,175,000

•

3,448

sq ft

2 Cavanagh Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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On an oversized corner lot, on one of Wellesley’s most beloved streets, this updated classic Colonial embodies timeless style while providing abundant space. Experience an ideal neighborhood setting where you'll enjoy block parties, evening strolls & easy access to the elementary school nearby. A sought-after open layout has spacious kitchen & family room with eat-in area overlooking the large, level, fenced yard & beautiful grounds. Formal dining room is perfect gathering place.The front-to-back living room provides elegant entertaining space plus the sunroom offers serene and flexible retreat for work/play. A brand-new mudroom adds exceptional storage and stylish organization. Upstairs are three well-appointed bedrooms, incl. primary suite. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with 2nd family room plus add'l room for crafts, office, or hobbies. Complete with hard-to-find 2-car garage, 2 Cavanagh Road combines charm, functionality, and an exceptional location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.35 acresLot Size

$631Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Molly Campbell Palmer • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Wilson Group • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73488484

Redfin Estimate

$2,175,410

$410 since sold in April 2026$98K since July

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This home's estimate is 15.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.89M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,562,000
A
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B
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C
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D
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
E
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SOLD APR 15, 2026
$2,000,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,000 sq ft
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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated July 2026

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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

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25 MoM

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Sale and tax history for 2 Cavanagh Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73488484

Apr 21, 2026

Sold

$2,175,000

$631/sq ft

Mar 18, 2026

Listed

$1,795,000

$521/sq ft

MLS PIN #72825958

Aug 27, 2021

Sold

$1,549,000

$449/sq ft

May 5, 2021

Listed

$1,549,000

$449/sq ft

Center entrance Colonial on lovely tree lined street. This renovated 3 bedroom home sits on a stunning corner lot. Impeccably manicured grounds, stone walls, and lovely plantings add to the magnificent curb appeal of this property. Sun filled open kitchen with breakfast bar, and dining area, open to Family room with fireplace and cathedral ceilings with skylights. Access to beautiful patio with grill that has gas hookup from kitchen and sunroom. Formal Dining room with built-in china cabinet and front to back living room with fireplace connects to a beautiful sunroom. Master suite with en-suite bath. 2 additional family bedrooms with hall bath. Finished lower level offers a playroom and office area with built-ins and a separate side entrance. Additional features are a Two-car attached garage, driveway with pavers, central air, and hardwood floors. Close to Bates elementary School, Boulder Brook Reservation, Morse's Pond, Fells Market, and convenient to Route 9 & major routes.

MLS PIN #70155232

Aug 25, 2005

Sold

$1,065,000

$309/sq ft

Jul 6, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Mar 9, 2005

Listed

$1,095,000

$318/sq ft

EXQUISITELY RENOVATED CENTER ENTRANCE COLONIAL. THIS HOME IS IN IMPECCABLE MOVE IN CONDITION WITH 8 SUN FILLED ROOMS INCLUDING 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL & 1 HALF BATHS. GOURMET SCANDIA KITCHEN HAS BIRCH CABINETS, CORIAN COUNTERTOPS & SUB-ZERO. ADJOINING DINING AREA & FAM RM ARE AIR CONDITIONED & HAVE GAS FIREPLACE. FINISHED LL EQUIPPED FOR HOME OFFICE, 2-CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, PROF LANDSCAPED YARD WITH STONE PATIO, BUILT-IN GAS GRILL, BLUESTONE WALKS & PERENNIAL GARDENS. POTENTIAL FOR EXPANSION.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,622 (+7.2%)

$831,000 + $446,000

$1,277,000

2022

$13,642 (−0.6%)

$712,000 + $456,000

$1,168,000

2021

$13,724 (+1.6%)

$712,000 + $456,000

$1,168,000

2020

$13,502

$712,000 + $456,000

$1,168,000

2019

$13,514 (+7.8%)

$712,000 + $456,000

$1,168,000

2018

$12,536 (+1.4%)

$674,000 + $375,000

$1,049,000

2017

$12,368 (+4.2%)

$674,000 + $375,000

$1,049,000

2015

$11,872 (+9.7%)

$663,000 + $364,000

$1,027,000

2014

$10,825 (−1.7%)

$523,000 + $415,000

$938,000

2013

$11,010 (+1.9%)

$467,000 + $474,000

$941,000

2012

$10,803 (+3.4%)

$467,000 + $474,000

$941,000

2011

$10,447 (+5.5%)

$436,000 + $478,000

$914,000

2010

$9,904 (+12.7%)

$467,000 + $478,000

$945,000

2009

$8,788

$519,000 + $409,000

$928,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.35 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,056

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

264466

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
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
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Master Bedroom Information
Area: 191.19
Length: 11.08
Width: 17.25
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 150.5
Length: 14
Width: 10.75
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 94.81
Length: 10.25
Width: 9.25
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 43.27
Length: 5.58
Width: 7.75
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35
Length: 6.67
Width: 5.25
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 59.11
Length: 11.08
Width: 5.33
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 254.97
Length: 11.17
Width: 22.83
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 247.89
Length: 16.17
Width: 15.33
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Area: 137.95
Length: 11.42
Width: 12.08
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 160.83
Length: 10
Width: 16.08
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 16'10X22'5
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup

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

Appliances
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Slider, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,448
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2600
Below Grade Finished Area: 848
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,746
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Bates
Middle Or Junior School: Wms
High School: Whs

Location Information
Directions: Weston Road to Elmwood or Pine Plain to Cavanagh. Alternate street spelling Cavanaugh.
UnparsedAddress: 2 Cavanagh Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,056
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 264466

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Playset; Outdoor Tv; Family Room Tv; Living Room Tv; Basement Tv
StandardStatus: Closed

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45/100 Car-Dependent49/100 Somewhat bikeable

Schools
Places
Transit

Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

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Dec

Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Estimated sale price

$2.07M – $2.50M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
15 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1888 Sq. Ft.	$1,340,567
11 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2096 Sq. Ft.	$1,802,871

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,320,204
7 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2720 Sq. Ft.	$1,847,968

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2965 Sq. Ft.	$2,310,050
6 Cavanaugh Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1536 Sq. Ft.	$1,811,622

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