Off market dec 2013 for $1.3M

$2,426,143

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,062/mo

•

2,880

sq ft

316 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Elegant 1925 Arts and Crafts home in Poet's Corner, sited on quiet corner, level lot. Exquisite character coupled with all the amenities today's buyers want -- oversized custom kitchen and adjacent gas fireplaced sitting area and butler's pantry, a first-floor office, well proportioned dining room, sun-filled family room and living room with french doors leading to a beautiful patio. Four bedrooms, finished third floor and basement, central air, two-car garage and walk to Warren park make this a perfect package!

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

0.48 acresLot Size

$842Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Mizner Simon Team • Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Weston - Boston Post Rd.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71602742

Redfin Estimate

$2,426,143

$1.1M since sold in December 2013$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 17.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.07M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 13, 2026
$2,150,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths2,811 sq ft
5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$1,895,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,695 sq ft
25 Riverdale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
21 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$1,700,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,200 sq ft
126 Walnut St #126, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,880,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,332 sq ft
23 Thackeray Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
4 Fiske 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

98.7%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$87K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

20 MoM

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EARLY ACCESS
$7,195,000
7 beds7 baths8,300 sq ft
6 Mountview Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
EARLY ACCESS
$3,395,000
5 beds5 baths5,197 sq ft
32 Wall St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,549,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,592 sq ft
11 Martin Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$4,195,000
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Sale history for 316 Walnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71602742

Dec 16, 2013

Sold

$1,370,000

$476/sq ft

Nov 2, 2013

Contingent

—

Oct 30, 2013

Listed

$1,399,000

$486/sq ft

MLS PIN #71180923

Jun 1, 2011

Sold

$1,237,200

$430/sq ft

Mar 4, 2011

Contingent

—

Feb 10, 2011

Relisted

—

Jan 31, 2011

Contingent

—

Jan 21, 2011

Listed

$1,275,000

$443/sq ft

Enjoy the easy, gracious comfort of this lovingly renovated 11 rm, 5 bd,1925 Colonial on charming 1/2 acre in Wellesley's coveted Poets area. Spectacular new kitchen/mudroom addition with AGA appliances, hdwd floors, granite, marble, butler pantry and adjacent fireplaced keeping-room overlooks exceptional new outdoor entertaining areas. Sound sysem, spacious rooms, high ceilings, hardwood floors and sunshine throughout! Great location near school, train, trails, commuter routes and playground.

MLS PIN #70402511

Dec 15, 2006

Sold

$913,575

$317/sq ft

Jul 7, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 2, 2006

Listed

$995,000

$345/sq ft

Value opportunity for 1925 brick and stucco English Tudor style home, with a detached 2-car garage. Offers gracious room sizes, high ceilings and lots of charming details of the era. Exceptional half acre level lot with recent plantings, brick walkways attractively fenced yard for gardens or play. Lovely to live in as it is or can be expanded or renovated first.Large lot size and surrounding property values make this home a great choice. Available for August closing.

MLS PIN #30286101

Jul 23, 1999

Sold

$575,000

$200/sq ft

Feb 16, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Jan 15, 1999

Listed

$599,000

$208/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 1, 1985

Sold

$220,000

$76/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,228 (+7.4%)

$1,176,000 + $678,000

$1,854,000

2022

$19,763 (+6.3%)

$1,017,000 + $675,000

$1,692,000

2021

$18,600 (+1.6%)

$908,000 + $675,000

$1,583,000

2020

$18,299 (+4.7%)

$908,000 + $675,000

$1,583,000

2019

$17,482 (+0.7%)

$836,000 + $675,000

$1,511,000

2018

$17,363 (+5.3%)

$719,000 + $734,000

$1,453,000

2017

$16,494 (+9.9%)

$719,000 + $680,000

$1,399,000

2015

$15,005 (+5.9%)

$669,000 + $629,000

$1,298,000

2014

$14,171 (+1.0%)

$554,000 + $674,000

$1,228,000

2013

$14,028 (+1.9%)

$520,000 + $679,000

$1,199,000

2012

$13,765 (+32.5%)

$520,000 + $679,000

$1,199,000

2011

$10,390 (+3.2%)

$439,000 + $470,000

$909,000

2010

$10,071 (+16.0%)

$491,000 + $470,000

$961,000

2009

$8,684

$564,000 + $353,000

$917,000

Tax history for 316 Walnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,228 (+7.4%)

$1,176,000 + $678,000

$1,854,000

2022

$19,763 (+6.3%)

$1,017,000 + $675,000

$1,692,000

2021

$18,600 (+1.6%)

$908,000 + $675,000

$1,583,000

2020

$18,299 (+4.7%)

$908,000 + $675,000

$1,583,000

2019

$17,482 (+0.7%)

$836,000 + $675,000

$1,511,000

2018

$17,363 (+5.3%)

$719,000 + $734,000

$1,453,000

2017

$16,494 (+9.9%)

$719,000 + $680,000

$1,399,000

2015

$15,005 (+5.9%)

$669,000 + $629,000

$1,298,000

2014

$14,171 (+1.0%)

$554,000 + $674,000

$1,228,000

2013

$14,028 (+1.9%)

$520,000 + $679,000

$1,199,000

2012

$13,765 (+32.5%)

$520,000 + $679,000

$1,199,000

2011

$10,390 (+3.2%)

$439,000 + $470,000

$909,000

2010

$10,071 (+16.0%)

$491,000 + $470,000

$961,000

2009

$8,684

$564,000 + $353,000

$917,000

*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

0.48 Acres

Year renovated

2008

Sq. Ft.

3,121

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257741

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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Office, Loft, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,880
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Khaki

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,028
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Corner of Walnut and Whittier. Driveway on Whittier.
UnparsedAddress: 316 Walnut St, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,121
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257741

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

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Estimated sale price

$2.31M – $2.79M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
295 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3927 Sq. Ft.	$2,551,430
280 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$1,616,620

Address	Redfin Estimate
289 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2721 Sq. Ft.	$1,954,723
288 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1789 Sq. Ft.	$1,456,050

Address	Redfin Estimate
283 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3340 Sq. Ft.	$2,479,081
300 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 111 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,782

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