OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2018 for $630K

$1,026,893

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,952/mo

•

1,106

sq ft

217 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

***SUNDAY'S OPEN HOUSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** A truly delightful antique farmhouse within walking distance to school, park, shops and restaurants. The home features an open, sun-filled floor plan with high ceilings, two new bathrooms and hardwood floors throughout. Light and bright white kitchen with honed granite countertops and stainless appliances. Three bedrooms and a newly renovated full bathroom upstairs. The front mudroom/porch is both charming and practical. Partially finished walk out basement brings you to a lovely patio which overlooks wooded conservation. Young roof and NEW gas heating system. Abutting town land and the Crosstown Trail, this beautiful and conveniently located home is a terrific find in Wellesley Hills!

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

2,511 sq ftLot Size

$928Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by The Powissett Group • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Natick

Bought with Max Dublin • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72294323

Redfin Estimate

$1,026,893

$397K since sold in May 2018$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 17.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,337,000
A
4 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
8 Damien Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$860,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,053 sq ft
19 Hastings St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,415,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,127 sq ft
16 Intervale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$1,505,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,496 sq ft
7 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,335,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,332 sq ft
320 Quinobequin Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,016,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,521 sq ft
6 Oakland Cir, 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

99.8%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$2.5M

$91K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$4,980,000
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Sale history for 217 Walnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72294323

May 1, 2018

Sold

$630,000

$570/sq ft

Mar 18, 2018

Pending

—

Mar 16, 2018

Listed

$625,000

$565/sq ft

MLS PIN #71186629

Jul 29, 2011

Sold

$430,000

$389/sq ft

Jun 10, 2011

Contingent

—

Jun 9, 2011

Relisted

—

Jun 3, 2011

Contingent

—

May 11, 2011

Price Changed

$449,700

$407/sq ft

Apr 13, 2011

Price Changed

$449,500

$406/sq ft

Mar 30, 2011

Price Changed

$450,000

$407/sq ft

Feb 9, 2011

Listed

$463,000

$419/sq ft

** Wellesley's best value ** Your opportunity to own this rare and wonderfully renovated English cottage is only a visit away! The first floor open concept is complete with granite kitchen, Jenn-Air range & refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher appliances & hardwood floors. The kitchen is flanked by the dining area and a private powder rm. 3bd upstairs (all HDWD floors) & a walkout basement which is waiting to be finished. 4-yr old roof, low yard maintenance and EZ access to highways and the hospital.

MLS PIN #70250968

Oct 17, 2005

Sold

$453,000

$410/sq ft

Sep 15, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Sep 1, 2005

Listed

$459,000

$415/sq ft

MLS PIN #30800574

Feb 12, 2004

Sold

$352,000

$318/sq ft

Jan 13, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jan 6, 2004

Listed

$325,000

$294/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 1, 1988

Sold

$425,000

$384/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,866 (+1.9%)

$574,000 + $113,000

$687,000

2022

$7,720 (+10.0%)

$493,000 + $168,000

$661,000

2021

$7,015 (+1.7%)

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2020

$6,901

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2019

$6,907 (+27.3%)

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2018

$5,425 (+1.3%)

$370,000 + $84,000

$454,000

2017

$5,353 (+22.2%)

$370,000 + $84,000

$454,000

2015

$4,381 (+6.1%)

$300,000 + $79,000

$379,000

2014

$4,131 (+3.2%)

$249,000 + $109,000

$358,000

2013

$4,001 (+5.6%)

$233,000 + $109,000

$342,000

2012

$3,788 (+8.0%)

$233,000 + $97,000

$330,000

2011

$3,509 (+4.0%)

$216,000 + $91,000

$307,000

2010

$3,375 (+8.7%)

$231,000 + $91,000

$322,000

2009

$3,106

$245,000 + $83,000

$328,000

Tax history for 217 Walnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,866 (+1.9%)

$574,000 + $113,000

$687,000

2022

$7,720 (+10.0%)

$493,000 + $168,000

$661,000

2021

$7,015 (+1.7%)

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2020

$6,901

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2019

$6,907 (+27.3%)

$429,000 + $168,000

$597,000

2018

$5,425 (+1.3%)

$370,000 + $84,000

$454,000

2017

$5,353 (+22.2%)

$370,000 + $84,000

$454,000

2015

$4,381 (+6.1%)

$300,000 + $79,000

$379,000

2014

$4,131 (+3.2%)

$249,000 + $109,000

$358,000

2013

$4,001 (+5.6%)

$233,000 + $109,000

$342,000

2012

$3,788 (+8.0%)

$233,000 + $97,000

$330,000

2011

$3,509 (+4.0%)

$216,000 + $91,000

$307,000

2010

$3,375 (+8.7%)

$231,000 + $91,000

$322,000

2009

$3,106

$245,000 + $83,000

$328,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,614 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,035

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257809

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,106
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Features: Wooded

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,425
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington to Walnut
UnparsedAddress: 217 Walnut Street, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,035
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257809

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer, Dryer, Basement Fridge And Freezer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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, 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

$971,000 – $1.18M

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Home values near 217 Walnut St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
192 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$1,513,236
233 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3007 Sq. Ft.	$1,992,839

Address	Redfin Estimate
183 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3476 Sq. Ft.	$2,028,106
225 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3447 Sq. Ft.	$1,974,893

Address	Redfin Estimate
243 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2155 Sq. Ft.	$1,251,178
219 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,232,098

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