ACCEPTED OFFER. OPEN HOUSES CANCELLED.Beautiful 4+ bed, 2.5 bath center farmhouse Colonial with breathtaking views of the Charles River + Elm Bank reservation. One of just a few homes in Wellesley that offer this level of privacy and lush greenery. 1st floor provides a functional multi-use layout with gracious foyer, formal dining room, fully-outfitted mudroom, large custom gourmet Viking kitchen and 2 flexible family rooms. Rear of the home is fitted with floor-to-ceiling accordion style La Cantina folding doors with retractable screens to allow for uninterrupted access to the Ipe wood deck complete with lighting + built-in gas grill for entertaining. Step down to paved patio and rear-facing lawn overlooking the Charles River with direct access for boating, paddle boarding + fishing. Additional features include central air wood-burning fireplace, radiant heat on first floor, fully landscaped yard with irrigation + bonus 3rd floor suite as home office/5th bedroom. 2 car garage
Single-familyProperty Type
1874Year Built
7,009 sq ftLot Size
$765Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Samantha Hollister Johnson• Compass
Bought with The Lara & Chelsea Collaborative• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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Market trends in 02482, MA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
100.4%
0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$1.9M
$277K MoM
Avg. days on market
15d
3 days MoM
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The house backs up to the Charles River. The back of the house has large doors that open to the deck making it great space for entertaining. The kitchen is custom with ample cabinet and counter space. This is a must see.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
This is a custom, renovated spacious center entry colonial home boasting extraordinary views of the Charles River and Elm Bank. As you enter the open foyer and living area, you will notice craftsmanship at its best. A state of the art kitchen, tremendous counter and cabinet space, top of the line appliances and radiant heated floor. Bring the outdoors in. The first floor office and/or den area, and family room, fitted with floor to ceiling La Cantina folding doors with retractable screens, open to an expansive Ipe wood deck that overlooks all the well manicured private space one expects in a home of this calibre. And, the built-in Lion stainless steel barbecue, with granite counters, compliment a contemporary lifestyle that makes outdoor relaxation and dining a can't wait-to-get-home must. Imagine bringing the outdoors in with the flick of a switch. This picturesque home is made for entertainment in a very casual or formal environment, and inviting lifestyle
MLS PIN #71451039
Mar 25, 2013
Sold
$1,195,000
$427/sq ft
Jan 19, 2013
Contingent
—
Oct 24, 2012
Listed
$1,195,000
$427/sq ft
+19
Stunning renovated center entrance colonial w/ Charles River and Elm Bank views. Featuring new custom kitchen & bath, HVAC and radiant fl. heat, 3 fls of living space, 4 well sized bdrms, & oversized renovated 2 car garage w/ heating and cooling. The family room & home office are fitted with fl. to ceiling 3 panel La Cantina folding doors leading out to the Ipe wood deck to enjoy the view of the Charles or bbq on the grill. Landscape design featuring many varieties of custom plants and trees.
MLS PIN #70463583
Apr 30, 2007
Sold
$742,000
$265/sq ft
Mar 27, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 23, 2006
Listed
$789,000
$282/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 1998
Sold
$594,200
$212/sq ft
MLS PIN #50395723
Aug 12, 1998
Sold
$595,000
$213/sq ft
Apr 21, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 1998
Listed
$595,000
$213/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 6, 1993
Sold
$425,000
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1987
Sold
$370,000
$132/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,229 (+7.7%)
$742,000 + $588,000
$1,330,000
2022
$14,144 (+1.8%)
$637,000 + $574,000
$1,211,000
2021
$13,900 (+1.6%)
$609,000 + $574,000
$1,183,000
2020
$13,675 (+2.2%)
$609,000 + $574,000
$1,183,000
2019
$13,375 (−2.4%)
$582,000 + $574,000
$1,156,000
2018
$13,707 (+16.6%)
$557,000 + $590,000
$1,147,000
2017
$11,755 (+11.3%)
$557,000 + $440,000
$997,000
2015
$10,566 (+1.7%)
$503,000 + $411,000
$914,000
2014
$10,386 (−1.2%)
$417,000 + $483,000
$900,000
2013
$10,507 (+13.3%)
$390,000 + $508,000
$898,000
2012
$9,276 (+16.9%)
$390,000 + $418,000
$808,000
2011
$7,932 (+5.1%)
$364,000 + $330,000
$694,000
2010
$7,546 (+8.4%)
$390,000 + $330,000
$720,000
2009
$6,960
$451,000 + $284,000
$735,000
Tax history for 28 S River St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,229 (+7.7%)
$742,000 + $588,000
$1,330,000
2022
$14,144 (+1.8%)
$637,000 + $574,000
$1,211,000
2021
$13,900 (+1.6%)
$609,000 + $574,000
$1,183,000
2020
$13,675 (+2.2%)
$609,000 + $574,000
$1,183,000
2019
$13,375 (−2.4%)
$582,000 + $574,000
$1,156,000
2018
$13,707 (+16.6%)
$557,000 + $590,000
$1,147,000
2017
$11,755 (+11.3%)
$557,000 + $440,000
$997,000
2015
$10,566 (+1.7%)
$503,000 + $411,000
$914,000
2014
$10,386 (−1.2%)
$417,000 + $483,000
$900,000
2013
$10,507 (+13.3%)
$390,000 + $508,000
$898,000
2012
$9,276 (+16.9%)
$390,000 + $418,000
$808,000
2011
$7,932 (+5.1%)
$364,000 + $330,000
$694,000
2010
$7,546 (+8.4%)
$390,000 + $330,000
$720,000
2009
$6,960
$451,000 + $284,000
$735,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: Rte 16 (Washington Street) to S River Street. (Note street sign reads "River")
UnparsedAddress: 28 S River Street, Wellesley MA 02482
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,799
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,009 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1874
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Middlesex County
APN: 264187
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 16, 2024
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Hunnewell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
10/10
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