SOLD MAR 5, 2026

Sold on Mar 2026

$2,500,000

•

4,870

sq ft

3 Garden Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Welcome to this picture-perfect Colonial in the heart of desirable Wellesley Farms. This expansive home offers exceptional living space, starting with elegant formal rooms and a stunning fireplace framed by rich wood paneling. A charming library/music room provides a peaceful retreat. At the center of the home is an impressive eat-in chef’s kitchen with a large center island, custom cabinetry, and high-end stainless-steel appliances, flowing seamlessly into a spectacular fireplaced family room with soaring ceilings and walls of windows. An expansive mudroom supports an active lifestyle with effortless organization. The second floor features four bedrooms, including a primary suite with two walk-in closets and a beautifully appointed bathroom. The lower level offers a fantastic playroom with a full bath. Enjoy two patio spaces ideal for entertaining and a spacious yard for outdoor play. Conveniently located near the commuter rail, restaurants, and shops. Wow!

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$513Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Teri Adler • MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley

Bought with The Shahani Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73470502

Redfin Estimate

$2,661,318

$161K since sold in March 2026$15K since July

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This home's estimate is 3% lower than the average sale price ($2.74M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$2,500,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths5,261 sq ft
1 Clock Tower Dr, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$3,115,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,294 sq ft
26 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,406 sq ft
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$3,305,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,738 sq ft
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.4M

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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25 MoM

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Est. $5,585 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 3 Garden Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73470502

Mar 5, 2026

Sold

$2,500,000

$513/sq ft

Jan 21, 2026

Listed

$2,450,000

$503/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 30, 1999

Sold

$840,000

$172/sq ft

MLS PIN #30237118

Dec 1, 1998

Sold

$840,000

$172/sq ft

Oct 5, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Jun 29, 1998

Listed

$849,000

$174/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,209 (+3.4%)

$948,000 + $817,000

$1,765,000

2022

$19,552 (+1.5%)

$849,000 + $825,000

$1,674,000

2021

$19,258 (+1.6%)

$814,000 + $825,000

$1,639,000

2020

$18,947

$814,000 + $825,000

$1,639,000

2019

$18,963 (−8.2%)

$814,000 + $825,000

$1,639,000

2018

$20,650 (+1.4%)

$835,000 + $893,000

$1,728,000

2017

$20,373 (+3.4%)

$835,000 + $893,000

$1,728,000

2015

$19,710 (+8.7%)

$821,000 + $884,000

$1,705,000

2014

$18,129 (−6.7%)

$655,000 + $916,000

$1,571,000

2013

$19,422 (+1.9%)

$614,000 + $1,046,000

$1,660,000

2012

$19,057

$614,000 + $1,046,000

$1,660,000

2011

$19,054 (+5.0%)

$595,000 + $1,072,000

$1,667,000

2010

$18,151 (+6.7%)

$660,000 + $1,072,000

$1,732,000

2009

$17,008

$789,000 + $1,007,000

$1,796,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,810

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259389

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
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
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Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Appliances
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Vacuum System, Range Hood

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Play Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,870
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 3810
Below Grade Finished Area: 1060
Security Features: Security System
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,136
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Sprague
Middle Or Junior School: Wellesley
High School: Wellesley

Location Information
Directions: Cliff Road to Garden Road
UnparsedAddress: 3 Garden Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,810
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259389

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Listing Broker
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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

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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Estimated sale price

$2.53M – $3.06M

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Home values near 3 Garden Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
20 Garden Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2737 Sq. Ft.	$2,117,547
25 Garden Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2787 Sq. Ft.	$2,147,440

Address	Redfin Estimate
24 Garden Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3237 Sq. Ft.	$2,022,237
8 Garden Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4242 Sq. Ft.	$2,638,430

Address	Redfin Estimate
1 Garden Place, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2919 Sq. Ft.	$1,942,129
16 Garden Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$2,185,895

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