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Off Market Jul 2022 for $1.2M

$1,793,002

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $897/mo

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1,965

sq ft

20 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Finally, your chance to live in everyone's favorite spot! This storybook 1920's Cape is perfectly sited on an unbeatable Brook Path location and features 4-bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, fireplaced living room, sunroom with a wall of windows overlooking the Brook Path and gardens galore. The flexible floorplan offers a first or second-floor primary bedroom and bath, charming patio and attached 1 car garage. Being sold "As Is" with pre-inspection report available. Close to town, train, schools and all the magic living on the Brook Path has to offer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

10,490 sq ftLot Size

$912Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Patricia Bradley • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72996939

Redfin Estimate

$1,793,002

$583K since sold in July 2022$129K since July

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This home's estimate is 4.4% lower than the average sale price ($1.88M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,925,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
58 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,805,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,644 sq ft
22 Lafayette Cir, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,630,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,527 sq ft
21 Howe St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$2,400,000
D
5 beds2.5 baths3,176 sq ft
16 Denton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD FEB 2, 2026
$1,525,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths1,812 sq ft
14 Twitchell St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JAN 28, 2026
$1,965,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,017 sq ft
17 Atwood St, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$119K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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18 MoM

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$1,295,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,648 sq ft
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Sale history for 20 Tappan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,950 (+5.3%)

$972,000 + $159,000

$1,131,000

2022

$12,299 (+8.8%)

$841,000 + $212,000

$1,053,000

2021

$11,304 (+1.6%)

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2020

$11,121

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2019

$11,130 (−4.1%)

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2018

$11,603 (+1.4%)

$800,000 + $171,000

$971,000

2017

$11,448 (+10.8%)

$800,000 + $171,000

$971,000

2015

$10,335 (+7.1%)

$728,000 + $166,000

$894,000

2014

$9,647 (+6.4%)

$607,000 + $229,000

$836,000

2013

$9,068 (+1.9%)

$569,000 + $206,000

$775,000

2012

$8,897 (+10.9%)

$569,000 + $206,000

$775,000

2011

$8,024 (+3.6%)

$509,000 + $193,000

$702,000

2010

$7,745 (−8.1%)

$546,000 + $193,000

$739,000

2009

$8,428

$717,000 + $173,000

$890,000

Tax history for 20 Tappan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,950 (+5.3%)

$972,000 + $159,000

$1,131,000

2022

$12,299 (+8.8%)

$841,000 + $212,000

$1,053,000

2021

$11,304 (+1.6%)

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2020

$11,121

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2019

$11,130 (−4.1%)

$750,000 + $212,000

$962,000

2018

$11,603 (+1.4%)

$800,000 + $171,000

$971,000

2017

$11,448 (+10.8%)

$800,000 + $171,000

$971,000

2015

$10,335 (+7.1%)

$728,000 + $166,000

$894,000

2014

$9,647 (+6.4%)

$607,000 + $229,000

$836,000

2013

$9,068 (+1.9%)

$569,000 + $206,000

$775,000

2012

$8,897 (+10.9%)

$569,000 + $206,000

$775,000

2011

$8,024 (+3.6%)

$509,000 + $193,000

$702,000

2010

$7,745 (−8.1%)

$546,000 + $193,000

$739,000

2009

$8,428

$717,000 + $173,000

$890,000

*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

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1986

Sq. Ft.

1,965

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

262137

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 273
Length: 13
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 187
Length: 11
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink

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

Living Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 153
Length: 9
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,965
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Biege

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,299
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Ingraham to Tappan or the Brook Path between the Leighton Road and Appleby Road bridges.
UnparsedAddress: 20 Tappan Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,965
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262137

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

8/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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 • 02482

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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

$1.70M – $2.06M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$1,785,229
11 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2820 Sq. Ft.	$2,056,101

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1904 Sq. Ft.	$2,243,579
9 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2533 Sq. Ft.	$2,379,636

Address	Redfin Estimate
15 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3404 Sq. Ft.	$2,592,215
18 Tappan Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3351 Sq. Ft.	$1,997,938

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