Gracious Shingle-Style Victorian has been beautifully renovated and seamlessly blends the newer informal living spaces with the original home. 1st floor offers 9' ceilings, elegant foyer which leads to formal Living Room w/frpl, Dining Room w/frpl, Chef's Kitchen with center Island, granite, and custom cabinetry. Informal Eat-In-area/Family/Office area completes the space off the Kitchen. 2nd fl has an expansive Master Bedroom Suite w/sitting/office space, Master Bath w/oversized shower, soaking tub and charming finishes. Two other bedrooms and 1 bath complete the 2nd fl. 3rd fl has additional 2 bedrooms, full bath. 2nd bedroom is being used as a Bonus Room/TV Room perfect for au-pair, guest or teen-age getaway. CA, 2 car detached garage, private yard w/mature gardens and large lot. A true gem located in Wellesley Farms, close to Wsly Hills train station, shopping, restaurants and much more. Easy access to all commuter routes. Suburban-Urban living at it's best!
Single-familyProperty Type
1906Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$686Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Sullivan• Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St
Bought with Allison David Poirier• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.
Come fall in love with this shingle style classic - wrap around porch, grand foyer, elegant details, and tall ceilings. Dining room with fireplace, maple floors, open kitchen/family room, wonderful new master suite, updated baths, excellent au paire quarters and many systems updates. All set on a beautifully landscaped 1/2 acre in Cliff Estates/Farms area.
Public Records
Aug 23, 1996
Sold
$865,000
$239/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1994
Sold
$800,000
$221/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 23, 1988
Sold
$585,000
$161/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,175 (+4.6%)
$1,025,000 + $737,000
$1,762,000
2022
$19,284 (+1.7%)
$918,000 + $733,000
$1,651,000
2021
$18,953 (+1.6%)
$880,000 + $733,000
$1,613,000
2020
$18,646 (+8.1%)
$880,000 + $733,000
$1,613,000
2019
$17,251 (+1.0%)
$880,000 + $611,000
$1,491,000
2018
$17,077 (+1.4%)
$847,000 + $582,000
$1,429,000
2017
$16,848 (+3.7%)
$847,000 + $582,000
$1,429,000
2015
$16,242 (+3.3%)
$833,000 + $572,000
$1,405,000
2014
$15,717 (−1.4%)
$665,000 + $697,000
$1,362,000
2013
$15,947 (+1.9%)
$623,000 + $740,000
$1,363,000
2012
$15,647 (−0.9%)
$623,000 + $740,000
$1,363,000
2011
$15,796 (+4.1%)
$603,000 + $779,000
$1,382,000
2010
$15,175 (+12.5%)
$669,000 + $779,000
$1,448,000
2009
$13,485
$800,000 + $624,000
$1,424,000
Tax history for 21 Garden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,175 (+4.6%)
$1,025,000 + $737,000
$1,762,000
2022
$19,284 (+1.7%)
$918,000 + $733,000
$1,651,000
2021
$18,953 (+1.6%)
$880,000 + $733,000
$1,613,000
2020
$18,646 (+8.1%)
$880,000 + $733,000
$1,613,000
2019
$17,251 (+1.0%)
$880,000 + $611,000
$1,491,000
2018
$17,077 (+1.4%)
$847,000 + $582,000
$1,429,000
2017
$16,848 (+3.7%)
$847,000 + $582,000
$1,429,000
2015
$16,242 (+3.3%)
$833,000 + $572,000
$1,405,000
2014
$15,717 (−1.4%)
$665,000 + $697,000
$1,362,000
2013
$15,947 (+1.9%)
$623,000 + $740,000
$1,363,000
2012
$15,647 (−0.9%)
$623,000 + $740,000
$1,363,000
2011
$15,796 (+4.1%)
$603,000 + $779,000
$1,382,000
2010
$15,175 (+12.5%)
$669,000 + $779,000
$1,448,000
2009
$13,485
$800,000 + $624,000
$1,424,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,550
Year built
1906
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
259343
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
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,076.50
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Washington St to Cliff Rd to Garden Rd
UnparsedAddress: 21 Garden 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, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,550
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1906
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259343
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Dr Sconces
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Sprague Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 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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Historical weather
Wellesley, MA • 02481
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Sun exposure
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
$2.36M – $2.86M
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