Off Market Dec 2025 for $1.6M

$2,170,242

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,034/mo

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2,396

sq ft

23 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Welcome to this charming Wellesley home, nestled in a sought-after neighborhood. Bathed in abundant natural light, this meticulously maintained residence boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The living room features impressive ceiling height and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, leading seamlessly to a formal dining room and an eat-in kitchen with updated counters. The home also includes a welcoming family room and a versatile four-season sunroom. With numerous updates, such as many new windows, enhanced insulation, and a high-efficiency boiler, this home is ready for modern living. The ground level hosts a bedroom with a separate entrance, ideal for an au pair or in-law suite. A one-car garage provides additional convenience. Located within the newly constructed Hunnewell Elementary School district, this home offers easy access to nearby schools, downtown shops, restaurants, and the train station. Embrace a lifestyle of comfort and accessibility in this beloved community.

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

10,124 sq ftLot Size

$906Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Bought with The Roach and Sherman Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73443656

Redfin Estimate

$2,170,242

$562K since sold in December 2025$132K since July

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This home's estimate is 16.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.86M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,772,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
26 Hobart Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,150,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,986 sq ft
83 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD FEB 2, 2026
$1,525,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,812 sq ft
14 Twitchell St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,305,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,345 sq ft
16 Stockdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,925,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
58 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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$790,685

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$119K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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18 MoM

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$1,295,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,648 sq ft
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Sale history for 23 Cottonwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,362 (+4.9%)

$822,000 + $83,000

$905,000

2022

$9,881 (−0.6%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2021

$9,941 (+1.6%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2020

$9,780 (+3.3%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2019

$9,464 (+5.2%)

$652,000 + $166,000

$818,000

2018

$8,998 (+1.4%)

$645,000 + $108,000

$753,000

2017

$8,878 (+7.9%)

$645,000 + $108,000

$753,000

2015

$8,231 (+3.2%)

$607,000 + $105,000

$712,000

2014

$7,974 (+4.0%)

$548,000 + $143,000

$691,000

2013

$7,664 (+2.2%)

$514,000 + $141,000

$655,000

2012

$7,496 (+22.4%)

$514,000 + $139,000

$653,000

2011

$6,126 (+3.3%)

$419,000 + $117,000

$536,000

2010

$5,932 (+0.7%)

$449,000 + $117,000

$566,000

2009

$5,890

$514,000 + $108,000

$622,000

Tax history for 23 Cottonwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,362 (+4.9%)

$822,000 + $83,000

$905,000

2022

$9,881 (−0.6%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2021

$9,941 (+1.6%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2020

$9,780 (+3.3%)

$680,000 + $166,000

$846,000

2019

$9,464 (+5.2%)

$652,000 + $166,000

$818,000

2018

$8,998 (+1.4%)

$645,000 + $108,000

$753,000

2017

$8,878 (+7.9%)

$645,000 + $108,000

$753,000

2015

$8,231 (+3.2%)

$607,000 + $105,000

$712,000

2014

$7,974 (+4.0%)

$548,000 + $143,000

$691,000

2013

$7,664 (+2.2%)

$514,000 + $141,000

$655,000

2012

$7,496 (+22.4%)

$514,000 + $139,000

$653,000

2011

$6,126 (+3.3%)

$419,000 + $117,000

$536,000

2010

$5,932 (+0.7%)

$449,000 + $117,000

$566,000

2009

$5,890

$514,000 + $108,000

$622,000

*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

10,124

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,396

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

260686

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Mar 24, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 165.6
Length: 13.8
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 155.44
Length: 11.6
Width: 13.4
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 135.42
Length: 11.1
Width: 12.2
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 190.44
Length: 13.8
Width: 13.8
Level: Basement
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement

Living Room Information
Area: 319.68
Length: 21.6
Width: 14.8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 372.04
Length: 28.4
Width: 13.1
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Laminate

Dining Room Information
Area: 135.42
Length: 11.1
Width: 12.2
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 217.12
Length: 18.4
Width: 11.8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Upgraded

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,396
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,390
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Wellesley Avenue to Clifford Street to Cottonwood Road
UnparsedAddress: 23 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,396
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 10,124 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260686
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Mar 23, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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

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 • 02482

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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

$2.06M – $2.50M

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Home values near 23 Cottonwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2269 Sq. Ft.	$1,743,352
35 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,957,405

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2872 Sq. Ft.	$2,127,566
10 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1172 Sq. Ft.	$1,293,952

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6400 Sq. Ft.	$3,036,825
12 Cottonwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1233 Sq. Ft.	$1,399,912

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