OFF MARKET

Off Market Mar 2020 for $2M

$2,994,316

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $13,927/mo

•

4,312

sq ft

21 Old Colony Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Flooded with natural light, this beautiful colonial sits on one of Wellesley's most desirable streets. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, this home features a state-of-the art kitchen with oversized island, wet bar including refrigerated drawers & ice maker and high-end, chef quality appliances. Formal living and dining room, perfectly-sized family room, game room and an in-home office you won't ever want to leave complete the first floor. This classic residence offers 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths including a master suite with private balcony, perfect for morning coffee. Impeccable design choices abound in this sophisticated beauty in the heart of the Cliff Estates.

Single-familyProperty Type

1936Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$694Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Teri Adler • Pinnacle Residential

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•Source:MLS PIN #72609689

Redfin Estimate

$2,994,316

$994K since sold in March 2020$69K since July

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This home's estimate is 17.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.55M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,406 sq ft
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 7, 2026
$2,300,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,985 sq ft
81 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,200,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,010 sq ft
101 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$2,450,000
F
4 beds4 baths4,676 sq ft
79 Alba 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

New listings for sale

$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$5,450,000
5 beds7 baths7,632 sq ft
44 Whiting Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
EARLY ACCESS
$2,049,000
3 beds3 baths4,366 sq ft
53 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,950,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,595 sq ft
53 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 21 Old Colony Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72609689

Mar 4, 2020

Sold

$2,000,000

$464/sq ft

Jan 26, 2020

Pending

—

Jan 20, 2020

Listed

$2,095,000

$486/sq ft

MLS PIN #71579181

Jun 2, 2014

Sold

$1,850,000

$429/sq ft

Mar 31, 2014

Contingent

—

Feb 6, 2014

Price Changed

$1,950,000

$452/sq ft

Oct 11, 2013

Price Changed

$2,150,000

$499/sq ft

Sep 6, 2013

Listed

$2,250,000

$522/sq ft

+22

Classic Royal Barry Wills Colonial in sought after Cliff Estates radiates old word charm and sophistication. Distinguished by its architectural detail, this charming home boasts an elegant style that suits the most sophisticated buyers' needs. This classic residence offers 5 bedrooms and 3-1/2 baths, along with a beautiful deck, 2 porches and an enclosed sun room, perfect for raising specimen plants or reading. Renovated gourmet kitchen includes granite counter tops, wet bar with professional ice maker, bar fridge and an adjacent breakfast room. Just freshly painted and in move-in condition, this exceptional property has a wonderful presence in sought after Upham neighborhood and features beautiful moldings throughout, many updates, fabulous storage space, mature plantings and private wooded play area in back yard.

MLS PIN #70022247

Sep 30, 2004

Sold

$2,200,000

$510/sq ft

May 21, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Apr 21, 2004

Listed

$2,300,000

$533/sq ft

Classic Royal Barry Wills Colonial built by Dunlavy features gracious proportions and time-honored architectural detail, all recently refurbished and enhanced for today's living. This home offers 5 BR's and 3-1/2 baths. It also contains a fabulous sun-filled kitchen and family room, sunroom and den, along with a playroom and exercise room in the lower level. Landscaped to perfection and set on a quiet winding road in everyone's favorite neighborhood in the Cliff Estates.

MLS PIN #50600008

Mar 31, 1998

Sold

$880,000

$204/sq ft

Jan 14, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Jan 7, 1998

Listed

$895,000

$208/sq ft

MLS PIN #50477049

Aug 7, 1997

Sold

$825,000

$191/sq ft

Jun 20, 1997

Listing Removed

—

May 28, 1997

Listed

$849,000

$197/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 3, 1990

Sold

$620,000

$144/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$23,461 (−0.6%)

$912,000 + $1,137,000

$2,049,000

2022

$23,594 (+1.1%)

$817,000 + $1,203,000

$2,020,000

2021

$23,336 (+1.7%)

$783,000 + $1,203,000

$1,986,000

2020

$22,935 (−0.1%)

$783,000 + $1,201,000

$1,984,000

2019

$22,966 (−11.5%)

$783,000 + $1,202,000

$1,985,000

2018

$25,943 (+17.0%)

$865,000 + $1,306,000

$2,171,000

2017

$22,177 (+4.9%)

$865,000 + $1,016,000

$1,881,000

2015

$21,132 (−0.3%)

$850,000 + $978,000

$1,828,000

2014

$21,187 (−4.1%)

$754,000 + $1,082,000

$1,836,000

2013

$22,101 (+1.9%)

$707,000 + $1,182,000

$1,889,000

2012

$21,686 (+1.3%)

$707,000 + $1,182,000

$1,889,000

2011

$21,408 (+6.4%)

$660,000 + $1,213,000

$1,873,000

2010

$20,122 (+4.0%)

$707,000 + $1,213,000

$1,920,000

2009

$19,357

$963,000 + $1,081,000

$2,044,000

Tax history for 21 Old Colony Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$23,461 (−0.6%)

$912,000 + $1,137,000

$2,049,000

2022

$23,594 (+1.1%)

$817,000 + $1,203,000

$2,020,000

2021

$23,336 (+1.7%)

$783,000 + $1,203,000

$1,986,000

2020

$22,935 (−0.1%)

$783,000 + $1,201,000

$1,984,000

2019

$22,966 (−11.5%)

$783,000 + $1,202,000

$1,985,000

2018

$25,943 (+17.0%)

$865,000 + $1,306,000

$2,171,000

2017

$22,177 (+4.9%)

$865,000 + $1,016,000

$1,881,000

2015

$21,132 (−0.3%)

$850,000 + $978,000

$1,828,000

2014

$21,187 (−4.1%)

$754,000 + $1,082,000

$1,836,000

2013

$22,101 (+1.9%)

$707,000 + $1,182,000

$1,889,000

2012

$21,686 (+1.3%)

$707,000 + $1,182,000

$1,889,000

2011

$21,408 (+6.4%)

$660,000 + $1,213,000

$1,873,000

2010

$20,122 (+4.0%)

$707,000 + $1,213,000

$1,920,000

2009

$19,357

$963,000 + $1,081,000

$2,044,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.38 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,720

Year built

1935

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

260412

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Bathroom - With Tub,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 528
Length: 22
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Pot Filler Faucet,Wine Chiller

Office Room Information
Area: 70
Length: 7
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Sun Room, Home Office, Bathroom, Play Room, Exercise Room, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,312
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Security Features: Security System

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,935
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lowell to Old Colony
UnparsedAddress: 21 Old Colony Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,720
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260412

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Basement Wine Chiller
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

60% 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

$2.85M – $3.44M

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Home values near 21 Old Colony Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5616 Sq. Ft.	$3,445,562
22 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5128 Sq. Ft.	$3,335,003

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4160 Sq. Ft.	$3,025,142
28 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$2,083,551

Address	Redfin Estimate
18 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7417 Sq. Ft.	$5,695,640
35 Old Colony Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2623 Sq. Ft.	$2,414,702

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