3/28 Open House Cancelled! Set on a gracious 1/2 acre in the heart of coveted Wellesley Farms, this 5 bedroom, 7000 + sq ft home blends timeless architecture, elegant scale, and exceptional craftsmanship. 2010/2011 renovation/expansion by renowned architect Patrick Ahearn offers a seamless floor plan with exquisite millwork including a refined living room with French doors, fireplaced dining room, private office with fireplace/built-ins, and gallery with wet bar and fireplace. Open concept eat-in kitchen/family room features a fireplace and exterior access. A graceful staircase leads to serene primary suite and 3 additional bedrooms/baths with sundeck access. The third floor offers a fifth bedroom, bath and flexible living space. Spacious lower level provides ideal areas for fitness, recreation, and work from home. The beautifully landscaped backyard is a private retreat with resort style pool, fireplace, patio, and stunning masonry. This is the lifestyle you have been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$721Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Wilson Group• Compass
Listed by Compass
Bought with Bell Petrini Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Est. $5,803 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 22 Valley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73488308
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$5,250,000
$721/sq ft
Mar 18, 2026
Listed
$5,395,000
$741/sq ft
MLS PIN #71217869
Aug 8, 2011
Sold
$3,450,000
$474/sq ft
Apr 20, 2011
Contingent
—
Apr 16, 2011
Listed
$3,495,000
$480/sq ft
Beautiful 1928 stone front Colonial totally renovated from top to bottom. Twelve rooms, 5-6 bedrooms, five fireplaces, lovely, level lot in prestigious Wellesley Farms location close to shops, train and Mass Pike. Orchestrated by a Renovation specialist who embraces the preservation of all the charm and graciousness of this special home while combining it with new "classic" renovations (new Kitchen, new Baths, new heating sys, new AC, new everything) make this home a "masterpiece".
MLS PIN #71078173
Aug 24, 2010
Sold
$1,500,000
$206/sq ft
Jul 2, 2010
Contingent
—
May 10, 2010
Listed
$1,725,000
$237/sq ft
Beautiful Stone front Colonial home in prestigious Farms area. Charm and Grace describe this classic home featuring large living room and dining room with lovely moldings and period detail.Outstanding Patio and landscaped grounds plus five cozy fireplaces highlight this unusual five bedroom 3 1/2 Bath, beautiful l928 home. Located in convenient Farms area minutes from the Mass Pike or you can walk to the commuter train. A Gem!
Public Records
Mar 1, 1981
Sold
$131,500
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$40,224 (+2.3%)
$1,092,000 + $2,421,000
$3,513,000
2022
$39,315 (+0.6%)
$978,000 + $2,388,000
$3,366,000
2021
$39,069 (+1.7%)
$937,000 + $2,388,000
$3,325,000
2020
$38,414 (−0.1%)
$937,000 + $2,386,000
$3,323,000
2019
$38,459 (−3.2%)
$937,000 + $2,387,000
$3,324,000
2018
$39,746 (+1.4%)
$894,000 + $2,432,000
$3,326,000
2017
$39,214 (+13.6%)
$893,000 + $2,433,000
$3,326,000
2015
$34,530 (+2.1%)
$878,000 + $2,109,000
$2,987,000
2014
$33,824 (−10.0%)
$779,000 + $2,152,000
$2,931,000
2013
$37,592 (+11.7%)
$730,000 + $2,483,000
$3,213,000
2012
$33,659 (+112.3%)
$730,000 + $2,202,000
$2,932,000
2011
$15,853 (+5.3%)
$681,000 + $706,000
$1,387,000
2010
$15,049 (−1.7%)
$730,000 + $706,000
$1,436,000
2009
$15,313
$995,000 + $622,000
$1,617,000
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
7
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
4,843
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
259258
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Wet Bar, Bathroom, Study, Sitting Room, Play Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,285
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Stonefront
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 5685
Below Grade Finished Area: 1600
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $39,917
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Wps
Middle Or Junior School: Wms
High School: Whs
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
UnparsedAddress: 22 Valley Road, Wellesley MA 02481
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,843
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259258
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 1, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Window Treatments
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
13/100 Car-Dependent23/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Sprague Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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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
59% 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$5.24M – $6.35M
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