OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2019 for $2.4M

$3,435,595

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $8,080/mo

•

4,269

sq ft

21 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Exquisite Colonial in sought after desirable Country club neighborhood features sophisticated & stylish finishes throughout. This tastefully renovated sun filled property includes beautiful architectural details, inviting flow for entertaining & generous room sizes. Front foyer opens to living room with hardwood floors, fireplace & built ins. Elegant dining room includes french doors. Impressive gourmet Chefs kitchen with butlers pantry & expansive breakfast room leads to magnificent family room with beamed ceilings, built ins, picture windows with exterior access to patio overlooking lush landscaped level grounds & sport court. First floor home office provides excellent work space with desk area and custom cabinets. Keep belongings neat and tidy in the oversized mudroom. Serene master suite with luxurious bathroom & walk in closets. Fabulous lower level will not disappoint with playroom, exercise room, bedroom & full bath. Close to town, train & shops. Simply stunning inside and out!

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$805Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Debi Benoit • Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St

Bought with Susan Bevilacqua • Pinnacle Residential

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•Source:MLS PIN #72446629

Redfin Estimate

$3,435,595

$1.0M since sold in May 2019$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 11.4% lower than the average sale price ($3.88M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$5,100,000
A
6 beds7 baths6,148 sq ft
10 Clark Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$4,400,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,628 sq ft
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$3,050,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,773 sq ft
24 Radcliffe Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$3,799,500
D
5 beds6.5 baths6,500 sq ft
51 Smith St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$3,725,000
E
6 beds4 baths4,274 sq ft
43 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,200,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths4,010 sq ft
101 Edmunds 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

101.2%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$189K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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Unknown
5 beds4 baths4,149 sq ft
76 McLean St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,995,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,216 sq ft
186 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 21 Ordway Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72446629

May 15, 2019

Sold

$2,400,000

$562/sq ft

Feb 3, 2019

Pending

—

Jan 28, 2019

Listed

$2,450,000

$574/sq ft

MLS PIN #71148907

May 10, 2011

Sold

$2,122,000

$497/sq ft

Apr 1, 2011

Contingent

—

Mar 10, 2011

Relisted

—

Mar 10, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Feb 15, 2011

Price Changed

$2,350,000

$550/sq ft

Jan 6, 2011

Price Changed

$2,499,900

$586/sq ft

Nov 17, 2010

Price Changed

$2,549,000

$597/sq ft

Nov 10, 2010

Price Changed

$2,650,000

$621/sq ft

Oct 10, 2010

Listed

$2,699,000

$632/sq ft

Impeccably renovated 1930 Colonial in heart of Country Club is "House Beautiful" in every way. Recently expanded, this tastefully appointed six bedroom home offers generous state of the art kitchen with breakfast room, butler's pantry and adjacent fireplaced family room, elegant formal rooms, indispensable first floor office and luxurious Master suite. Lower level includes gameroom, fitness room and au pair suite. Manicured half acre close to town, train and shops. A home to treasure!

MLS PIN #70038298

Aug 20, 2004

Sold

$1,405,000

$329/sq ft

Jul 22, 2004

Listing Removed

—

May 21, 2004

Listed

$1,495,000

$350/sq ft

MLS PIN #30763005

May 12, 2004

Sold

$1,220,200

$286/sq ft

Dec 9, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Sep 3, 2003

Listed

$1,250,000

$293/sq ft

MLS PIN #30497897

Jul 31, 2001

Sold

$1,350,000

$316/sq ft

Jun 19, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Apr 25, 2001

Listed

$1,495,000

$350/sq ft

MLS PIN #30275561

Apr 29, 1999

Sold

$762,525

$179/sq ft

Feb 2, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Nov 13, 1998

Listed

$799,800

$187/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 1, 1985

Sold

$190,000

$45/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,705 (+4.7%)

$1,263,000 + $1,244,000

$2,507,000

2022

$27,413 (+2.8%)

$1,132,000 + $1,215,000

$2,347,000

2021

$26,661 (+1.6%)

$1,054,000 + $1,215,000

$2,269,000

2020

$26,230 (+4.9%)

$1,054,000 + $1,215,000

$2,269,000

2019

$25,014 (+3.7%)

$1,093,000 + $1,069,000

$2,162,000

2018

$24,127 (+1.4%)

$887,000 + $1,132,000

$2,019,000

2017

$23,804 (+2.8%)

$887,000 + $1,132,000

$2,019,000

2015

$23,166 (+2.6%)

$872,000 + $1,132,000

$2,004,000

2014

$22,572 (−9.2%)

$773,000 + $1,183,000

$1,956,000

2013

$24,851 (+1.9%)

$724,000 + $1,400,000

$2,124,000

2012

$24,384 (+2.8%)

$724,000 + $1,400,000

$2,124,000

2011

$23,717 (+30.7%)

$676,000 + $1,399,000

$2,075,000

2010

$18,141 (+4.7%)

$724,000 + $1,007,000

$1,731,000

2009

$17,321

$902,000 + $927,000

$1,829,000

Tax history for 21 Ordway Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,705 (+4.7%)

$1,263,000 + $1,244,000

$2,507,000

2022

$27,413 (+2.8%)

$1,132,000 + $1,215,000

$2,347,000

2021

$26,661 (+1.6%)

$1,054,000 + $1,215,000

$2,269,000

2020

$26,230 (+4.9%)

$1,054,000 + $1,215,000

$2,269,000

2019

$25,014 (+3.7%)

$1,093,000 + $1,069,000

$2,162,000

2018

$24,127 (+1.4%)

$887,000 + $1,132,000

$2,019,000

2017

$23,804 (+2.8%)

$887,000 + $1,132,000

$2,019,000

2015

$23,166 (+2.6%)

$872,000 + $1,132,000

$2,004,000

2014

$22,572 (−9.2%)

$773,000 + $1,183,000

$1,956,000

2013

$24,851 (+1.9%)

$724,000 + $1,400,000

$2,124,000

2012

$24,384 (+2.8%)

$724,000 + $1,400,000

$2,124,000

2011

$23,717 (+30.7%)

$676,000 + $1,399,000

$2,075,000

2010

$18,141 (+4.7%)

$724,000 + $1,007,000

$1,731,000

2009

$17,321

$902,000 + $927,000

$1,829,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,269

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259142

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, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 300
Length: 15
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 364
Length: 14
Width: 26
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 441
Length: 21
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 308
Length: 22
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Home Office, Bathroom, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bedroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,269
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,127
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
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: Wellesley Ave to Ordway
UnparsedAddress: 21 Ordway Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,269
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259142

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Please See Listing Broker For Exclusions
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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, 14 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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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

$3.26M – $3.95M

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Home values near 21 Ordway Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3913 Sq. Ft.	$2,779,995
22 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 6874 Sq. Ft.	$5,084,710

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3034 Sq. Ft.	$2,341,970
9 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3405 Sq. Ft.	$2,720,226

Address	Redfin Estimate
18 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4569 Sq. Ft.	$3,573,975
3 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6087 Sq. Ft.	$3,792,165

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