Truly historic Georgian brick Colonial situated atop a hill. Built in 1920, this Benjamin Proctor, Jr. house is the original Roger W. Babson estate. Privately located on this very quiet cul-de-sac, walk via the Brook Path to the high school and center of town, this 8 bedroom, 5+ bathroom home is perfect for a large or growing family. Original detail throughout with elegant recent updates.
CO-LISTER: PAT BURKE. SLATE-ROOFED BRICK GEORGIAN COL. WELL- SITED ON PRIV 1/2 AC IN CUL-DE-SAC IN WALKING DISTANCE TO TRAIN & SCHOOLS, THE ELEGANT HOME FEATURES GRAND FOYER WITH BRIDAL STAIRCASE, 4 FIREPLACES, MAGNIFICENT DETAIL. 3RD
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,758 (+3.3%)
$1,191,000 + $1,670,000
$2,861,000
2022
$31,711 (−0.6%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2021
$31,901 (+1.6%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2020
$31,385
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2019
$31,413 (+3.0%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2018
$30,508 (+1.3%)
$766,000 + $1,787,000
$2,553,000
2017
$30,112 (−1.1%)
$767,000 + $1,787,000
$2,554,000
2015
$30,437 (−3.4%)
$753,000 + $1,880,000
$2,633,000
2014
$31,504 (+15.2%)
$655,000 + $2,075,000
$2,730,000
2013
$27,355 (+29.3%)
$614,000 + $1,724,000
$2,338,000
2012
$21,158 (+1.3%)
$614,000 + $1,229,000
$1,843,000
2011
$20,894 (+6.7%)
$549,000 + $1,279,000
$1,828,000
2010
$19,577 (+5.8%)
$589,000 + $1,279,000
$1,868,000
2009
$18,504
$773,000 + $1,181,000
$1,954,000
Tax history for 28 Swarthmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,758 (+3.3%)
$1,191,000 + $1,670,000
$2,861,000
2022
$31,711 (−0.6%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2021
$31,901 (+1.6%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2020
$31,385
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2019
$31,413 (+3.0%)
$985,000 + $1,730,000
$2,715,000
2018
$30,508 (+1.3%)
$766,000 + $1,787,000
$2,553,000
2017
$30,112 (−1.1%)
$767,000 + $1,787,000
$2,554,000
2015
$30,437 (−3.4%)
$753,000 + $1,880,000
$2,633,000
2014
$31,504 (+15.2%)
$655,000 + $2,075,000
$2,730,000
2013
$27,355 (+29.3%)
$614,000 + $1,724,000
$2,338,000
2012
$21,158 (+1.3%)
$614,000 + $1,229,000
$1,843,000
2011
$20,894 (+6.7%)
$549,000 + $1,279,000
$1,828,000
2010
$19,577 (+5.8%)
$589,000 + $1,279,000
$1,868,000
2009
$18,504
$773,000 + $1,181,000
$1,954,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
7
Baths
7
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
7,953
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
260091
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: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 288
Length: 12
Width: 24
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 165
Length: 11
Width: 15
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Remodeled
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 60
Length: 10
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Remodeled
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 60
Length: 10
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Remodeled
Living Room Information
Area: 468
Length: 18
Width: 26
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 15
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 260
Length: 13
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Kitchen Island
Office Room Information
Area: 117
Length: 9
Width: 13
Level: Third
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 16
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Game Room, Library, Office, Entry Hall, Home Office, Sun Room, Wet Bar, Laundry Chute
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,746
Foundation Area: 2,094
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Red
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.56
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Easements, Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,158
Tax Year: 2012
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Wellesley Ave.
UnparsedAddress: 28 Swarthmore Rd, Wellesley MA 02482
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,953
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260091
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier In Formal Dining Room.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Hunnewell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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, 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.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.75M – $4.54M
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