Off market sep 2022 for $1.4M

$1,798,819

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $853/mo

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3,131

sq ft

31 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Absolutely charming home in the heart of Wellesley! Situated conviently between the beloved Brook Path and Crosstown Trail, and near to shops, schools, and train station, the walkability at this location simply cannot be beat! Enjoy three full floors of finished living space, with great potential of adding a finished basement. Newer kitchen and bathrooms make this home move-in ready while you add your own touches to the decor. The home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and the stately wood trim, dual staircases, and bay windows add unmatched character to the space. A unique opportunity awaits!

Single-familyProperty Type

1893Year Built

9,847 sq ftLot Size

$575Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Diane Marcoux • Charney Real Estate

Bought with Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73006943

Redfin Estimate

$1,798,819

$300K since sold in September 2022$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 12.2% lower than the average sale price ($2.05M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$950,000
B
6 beds2.5 baths4,127 sq ft
98 Kingsbury St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$1,913,000
C
6 beds3 baths2,980 sq ft
45 Kingsbury St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$2,450,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,369 sq ft
40 Chestnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$2,225,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths2,590 sq ft
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$2,280,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,533 sq ft
21 Cunningham Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.8%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$2.5M

$91K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 31 Forest St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,358 (+36.0%)

$817,000 + $437,000

$1,254,000

2022

$10,559 (−0.6%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2021

$10,622 (+1.6%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2020

$10,450 (+3.1%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2019

$10,135 (−4.0%)

$648,000 + $228,000

$876,000

2018

$10,552 (+12.0%)

$642,000 + $241,000

$883,000

2017

$9,420 (+8.4%)

$642,000 + $157,000

$799,000

2015

$8,693 (+5.5%)

$602,000 + $150,000

$752,000

2014

$8,240 (+9.0%)

$544,000 + $170,000

$714,000

2013

$7,558 (+1.9%)

$510,000 + $136,000

$646,000

2012

$7,416 (+16.1%)

$510,000 + $136,000

$646,000

2011

$6,389 (+3.5%)

$416,000 + $143,000

$559,000

2010

$6,173 (+2.2%)

$446,000 + $143,000

$589,000

2009

$6,042

$510,000 + $128,000

$638,000

Tax history for 31 Forest St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,358 (+36.0%)

$817,000 + $437,000

$1,254,000

2022

$10,559 (−0.6%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2021

$10,622 (+1.6%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2020

$10,450 (+3.1%)

$676,000 + $228,000

$904,000

2019

$10,135 (−4.0%)

$648,000 + $228,000

$876,000

2018

$10,552 (+12.0%)

$642,000 + $241,000

$883,000

2017

$9,420 (+8.4%)

$642,000 + $157,000

$799,000

2015

$8,693 (+5.5%)

$602,000 + $150,000

$752,000

2014

$8,240 (+9.0%)

$544,000 + $170,000

$714,000

2013

$7,558 (+1.9%)

$510,000 + $136,000

$646,000

2012

$7,416 (+16.1%)

$510,000 + $136,000

$646,000

2011

$6,389 (+3.5%)

$416,000 + $143,000

$559,000

2010

$6,173 (+2.2%)

$446,000 + $143,000

$589,000

2009

$6,042

$510,000 + $128,000

$638,000

*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

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,470

Year built

1893

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259410

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 190
Length: 19
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Decorative Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Decorative Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 342
Length: 19
Width: 18
Level: Main,First
Features: Pantry,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Main Level, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bedroom, Entry Hall, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,131
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood

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: $10,559
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street (Route 16) to Forest Street, on the corner of Forest and Paine.
UnparsedAddress: 31 Forest St, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,470
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1893
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259410

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

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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

$1.71M – $2.07M

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Data from public records.

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35 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3093 Sq. Ft.	$1,944,188

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2387 Sq. Ft.	$1,857,794
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Address	Redfin Estimate
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