Off Market Jul 2020 for $2M

$2,669,295

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,828/mo

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3,979

sq ft

36 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Much admired 4 bedroom, 31/2 bath Colonial in the heart of Wellesley's beloved Poets neighborhood will steal your heart. High ceilings, hardwood floors and elegantly appointed with designer window treatments, wall coverings and fixtures throughout, Fabulous floor plan with entertainment sized dining room, living room with fireplace, office large enough for 2, stunning chef's kitchen with adjoining family room outfitted with wood burning fireplace and french doors leading to bluestone patio and private level fenced in yard. Four good bedrooms and 2 full baths on 2nd level including a master suite with spa bath, and 2nd floor laundry. Beautifully finished basement with newly renovated full bath and recreation room. Plans in hand for renovation of walk up 3rd floor attic for a 5th bedroom and full bath. Situated in a close to everything location this is a home to enjoy for generations to come.

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$671Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Bought with Penney Gould Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72654771

Redfin Estimate

$2,669,295

$669K since sold in July 2020$26K since July

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This home's estimate is 16.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$2,833,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,151 sq ft
15 Standish Cir, 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 AUG 3, 2026
$2,130,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,609 sq ft
21 Madison Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,700,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,994 sq ft
50 Dwhinda Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$2,325,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,897 sq ft
28 Emerson Rd, 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

Recently sold homes

25 MoM

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Sale history for 36 Emerson Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72654771

Jul 30, 2020

Sold

$2,000,000

$503/sq ft

May 21, 2020

Pending

—

May 14, 2020

Contingent

—

May 12, 2020

Listed

$1,795,000

$451/sq ft

MLS PIN #71172727

Feb 1, 2011

Sold

$1,550,000

$390/sq ft

Dec 25, 2010

Contingent

—

Dec 22, 2010

Listed

$1,780,000

$447/sq ft

Beautiful renovated 1930's 4BR Colonial located in the coveted Poet's Corner neighborhood offering all the modern amenities desired for todays contemporary lifestyle combined with the charm and character of yesterday. Updated kitchen, family room, master suite & finished lower level. Screened porch, detached 2 car garage, fenced level yard within walking distance to Warren Park playground & train.Warm, inviting, classic- in a very convenient location!

MLS PIN #30697619

Jun 20, 2003

Sold

$1,650,000

$415/sq ft

Mar 17, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Mar 12, 2003

Listed

$1,650,000

$415/sq ft

MLS PIN #50372329

Jun 6, 1997

Sold

$607,000

$153/sq ft

Apr 13, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Apr 12, 1997

Listed

$575,000

$145/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 30, 1992

Sold

$400,000

$101/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,984 (+7.7%)

$1,033,000 + $887,000

$1,920,000

2022

$20,405 (+14.6%)

$894,000 + $853,000

$1,747,000

2021

$17,813 (+1.6%)

$798,000 + $718,000

$1,516,000

2020

$17,525 (+4.3%)

$798,000 + $718,000

$1,516,000

2019

$16,800 (−5.3%)

$734,000 + $718,000

$1,452,000

2018

$17,734 (+1.3%)

$730,000 + $754,000

$1,484,000

2017

$17,508 (+4.7%)

$731,000 + $754,000

$1,485,000

2015

$16,727 (+0.9%)

$718,000 + $729,000

$1,447,000

2014

$16,583 (−3.3%)

$594,000 + $843,000

$1,437,000

2013

$17,141 (+1.9%)

$557,000 + $908,000

$1,465,000

2012

$16,818 (−8.9%)

$557,000 + $908,000

$1,465,000

2011

$18,471 (+23.7%)

$499,000 + $1,117,000

$1,616,000

2010

$14,934 (+13.6%)

$557,000 + $868,000

$1,425,000

2009

$13,144

$640,000 + $748,000

$1,388,000

Tax history for 36 Emerson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,984 (+7.7%)

$1,033,000 + $887,000

$1,920,000

2022

$20,405 (+14.6%)

$894,000 + $853,000

$1,747,000

2021

$17,813 (+1.6%)

$798,000 + $718,000

$1,516,000

2020

$17,525 (+4.3%)

$798,000 + $718,000

$1,516,000

2019

$16,800 (−5.3%)

$734,000 + $718,000

$1,452,000

2018

$17,734 (+1.3%)

$730,000 + $754,000

$1,484,000

2017

$17,508 (+4.7%)

$731,000 + $754,000

$1,485,000

2015

$16,727 (+0.9%)

$718,000 + $729,000

$1,447,000

2014

$16,583 (−3.3%)

$594,000 + $843,000

$1,437,000

2013

$17,141 (+1.9%)

$557,000 + $908,000

$1,465,000

2012

$16,818 (−8.9%)

$557,000 + $908,000

$1,465,000

2011

$18,471 (+23.7%)

$499,000 + $1,117,000

$1,616,000

2010

$14,934 (+13.6%)

$557,000 + $868,000

$1,425,000

2009

$13,144

$640,000 + $748,000

$1,388,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,979

Year built

1932

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257492

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, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 25
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Family Room Information
Area: 475
Length: 25
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Pocket Door

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Play Room, Bonus Room, Study, Bathroom, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,979
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: white

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,525
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Walnut Street to Emerson Road
UnparsedAddress: 36 Emerson Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,979
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257492

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Exclusions List Attached To Listing.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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, 14 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

$2.54M – $3.07M

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Home values near 36 Emerson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$1,656,641
40 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 99999 Sq. Ft.	$2,761,003

Address	Redfin Estimate
28 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2897 Sq. Ft.	$2,529,414
35 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1959 Sq. Ft.	$1,846,422

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2410 Sq. Ft.	$1,857,244
31 Emerson Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3895 Sq. Ft.	$2,358,026

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