OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2015 for $2M

$3,828,040

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,862/mo

•

4,091

sq ft

38 Royalston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Like New Peirce Estates home has undergone amazing 2014 renovation! Spectacular Jan Gleysteen designed trademark award-winning kitchen with white cabinets, Carrera marble countertops, massive center island and top-of-the-line Wolf and SubZero appliances. Kitchen opens to large fireplaced family room, perfect for entertaining. Five bathrooms, expanded second floor, light filled family room and first floor office. New Lochinvar heating system, roof, insulation and AC. Not only was the house redone, but so was the lot! Professionally landscaped and leveled to include a party size blue stone patio overlooking one of the largest back yards in town. Get ready for some football! A special and unique offering in this coveted neighborhood of much more expensive homes. Move-in perfection. Close to popular Bates School and Boulder Brook Reservation with easy commuter access to train and major routes.

Single-familyProperty Type

1968Year Built

0.76 acresLot Size

$936Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Kathy Kelley • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate

Bought with Melissa Dailey • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71702617

Redfin Estimate

$3,828,040

$1.7M since sold in May 2015$230K since August

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This home's estimate is 18.3% higher than the average sale price ($3.24M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,550,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths3,806 sq ft
141 Hampshire Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$3,100,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,805 sq ft
69 Royalston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$3,430,000
C
4 beds5 baths5,349 sq ft
11 Scotch Pine Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$3,437,075
D
5 beds4.5 baths5,738 sq ft
22 Cranmore Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,200,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,010 sq ft
101 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$3,700,000
F
6 beds5.5 baths6,406 sq ft
84 Royalston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated August 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

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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Newly renovated 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath on 3/4 of an acre. Kitchen is center piece with coffer ceiling, white granite counters, and large mahogany island. State of the art appliances, Sub-zero fridge, Wolf gas range, and Miele dishwasher. Kitchen opens...
into breakfast room and family room (with fireplace). First floor also contains generously sized office, dining room, and living room with fireplace and access to back yard. Upstairs, 3 of the 5 bedrooms, have their own full bathroom. One of these bedrooms (above living room) has its own fireplace. This bedroom also has a walk-in closet with its own window. Another full bath is located in the hall between 2 bedrooms to share. The basement has the 5th full bath, and has a fully finished playroom, and exercise room. Systems include a lawn irrigation panel, Lochinvar gas boiler, 80 gallon 2013 hot water tank, Carrier A/C, and security system. 2 car garage attached to basement.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 38 Royalston Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71702617

May 5, 2015

Sold

$2,095,000

$512/sq ft

Mar 9, 2015

Pending

—

Dec 15, 2014

Relisted

—

Dec 14, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Oct 9, 2014

Price Changed

$2,175,000

$532/sq ft

Jul 11, 2014

Price Changed

$2,250,000

$550/sq ft

Jun 20, 2014

Listed

$2,350,000

$574/sq ft

MLS PIN #71328188

Jul 25, 2012

Sold

$1,110,000

$271/sq ft

Jun 20, 2012

Contingent

—

Jan 17, 2012

Listed

$1,395,000

$341/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 7, 1989

Sold

$642,000

$157/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 1, 1986

Sold

$629,000

$154/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,396 (+13.4%)

$1,390,000 + $1,090,000

$2,480,000

2022

$25,030 (−0.6%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2021

$25,180 (+1.6%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2020

$24,773

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2019

$24,795 (+1.7%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2018

$24,390 (+1.4%)

$921,000 + $1,120,000

$2,041,000

2017

$24,052 (+0.7%)

$920,000 + $1,120,000

$2,040,000

2016

$23,885 (−8.2%)

$904,000 + $1,115,000

$2,019,000

2015

$26,010 (+86.4%)

$906,000 + $1,344,000

$2,250,000

2014

$13,952 (−3.7%)

$723,000 + $486,000

$1,209,000

2013

$14,485 (+0.5%)

$677,000 + $561,000

$1,238,000

2012

$14,407 (−2.4%)

$677,000 + $578,000

$1,255,000

2011

$14,768 (+7.2%)

$678,000 + $614,000

$1,292,000

2010

$13,771 (+5.7%)

$752,000 + $562,000

$1,314,000

2009

$13,031

$891,000 + $485,000

$1,376,000

Tax history for 38 Royalston Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,396 (+13.4%)

$1,390,000 + $1,090,000

$2,480,000

2022

$25,030 (−0.6%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2021

$25,180 (+1.6%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2020

$24,773

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2019

$24,795 (+1.7%)

$1,101,000 + $1,042,000

$2,143,000

2018

$24,390 (+1.4%)

$921,000 + $1,120,000

$2,041,000

2017

$24,052 (+0.7%)

$920,000 + $1,120,000

$2,040,000

2016

$23,885 (−8.2%)

$904,000 + $1,115,000

$2,019,000

2015

$26,010 (+86.4%)

$906,000 + $1,344,000

$2,250,000

2014

$13,952 (−3.7%)

$723,000 + $486,000

$1,209,000

2013

$14,485 (+0.5%)

$677,000 + $561,000

$1,238,000

2012

$14,407 (−2.4%)

$677,000 + $578,000

$1,255,000

2011

$14,768 (+7.2%)

$678,000 + $614,000

$1,292,000

2010

$13,771 (+5.7%)

$752,000 + $562,000

$1,314,000

2009

$13,031

$891,000 + $485,000

$1,376,000

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.76 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,091

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

262979

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
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 270
Length: 15
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# 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 #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Family Room Information
Area: 399
Length: 19
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 320
Length: 16
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Office Room Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom, Home Office, Play Room, Exercise Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,091
Foundation Area: 999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.76
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cleared

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $26,010
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Corner Yarmouth and Royalston
UnparsedAddress: 38 Royalston Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,091
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262979

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

$3.64M – $4.40M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
47 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7763 Sq. Ft.	$6,704,810
46 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 9365 Sq. Ft.	$8,250,192

Address	Redfin Estimate
43 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 7 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 6073 Sq. Ft.	$5,332,984
24 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3900 Sq. Ft.	$2,995,145

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 8664 Sq. Ft.	$5,489,686
30 Royalston Road, Wellesley, MA 7 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 9700 Sq. Ft.	$5,746,142

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