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Off Market Jun 2014 for $1.2M

$2,267,912

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,023/mo

•

2,594

sq ft

38 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Handsome Victorian on side street. Close to Hills train. Open, granite Kitchen/Family Room bathed in sunlight. Two new gorgeous baths on second floor; both with radiant heated floors. 9 ft ceilings, newer systems. AC. Gleaming floors, double entry, turned staircase. Lower level playroom/exercise room. Detail and irrestible charm throughout. Lower level exercise/playroom. Pretty yard with new deck and pergola and new stone retaining wall and plantings. Excellent condition. Shows beautifully.

Single-familyProperty Type

1896Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$874Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Kathy Riley • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #71664423

Redfin Estimate

$2,267,912

$997K since sold in June 2014$18K since August

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This home's estimate is 2.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.21M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 2, 2026
$1,865,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,774 sq ft
7 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$2,225,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths2,590 sq ft
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$2,450,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,369 sq ft
40 Chestnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,100,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,953 sq ft
2 Woodlawn Oval, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$2,150,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths2,811 sq ft
5 Tennyson 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

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Sale history for 38 Seaward Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71664423

Jun 25, 2014

Sold

$1,271,000

$490/sq ft

Apr 28, 2014

Contingent

—

Apr 22, 2014

Listed

$1,249,000

$481/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 15, 2008

Sold

$1,050,000

$405/sq ft

MLS PIN #70714726

Jul 15, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jul 15, 2008

Sold

$1,050,000

$405/sq ft

Apr 29, 2008

Contingent

—

Feb 20, 2008

Listed

$1,025,000

$395/sq ft

MLS PIN #30295534

Jun 1, 1999

Sold

$625,000

$241/sq ft

Feb 26, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Feb 23, 1999

Listed

$629,000

$242/sq ft

Public Records

May 1, 1985

Sold

$322,500

$124/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,858 (+10.0%)

$885,000 + $500,000

$1,385,000

2022

$14,413 (−0.6%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2021

$14,500 (+1.6%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2020

$14,265 (+3.5%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2019

$13,780 (−0.2%)

$701,000 + $490,000

$1,191,000

2018

$13,814 (+2.5%)

$686,000 + $470,000

$1,156,000

2017

$13,476 (+9.0%)

$686,000 + $457,000

$1,143,000

2015

$12,358 (−2.7%)

$645,000 + $424,000

$1,069,000

2014

$12,706 (−2.3%)

$582,000 + $519,000

$1,101,000

2013

$12,999 (+0.7%)

$546,000 + $565,000

$1,111,000

2012

$12,915 (+21.1%)

$546,000 + $579,000

$1,125,000

2011

$10,664 (+5.4%)

$446,000 + $487,000

$933,000

2010

$10,113 (+12.6%)

$478,000 + $487,000

$965,000

2009

$8,978

$546,000 + $402,000

$948,000

Tax history for 38 Seaward Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,858 (+10.0%)

$885,000 + $500,000

$1,385,000

2022

$14,413 (−0.6%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2021

$14,500 (+1.6%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2020

$14,265 (+3.5%)

$731,000 + $503,000

$1,234,000

2019

$13,780 (−0.2%)

$701,000 + $490,000

$1,191,000

2018

$13,814 (+2.5%)

$686,000 + $470,000

$1,156,000

2017

$13,476 (+9.0%)

$686,000 + $457,000

$1,143,000

2015

$12,358 (−2.7%)

$645,000 + $424,000

$1,069,000

2014

$12,706 (−2.3%)

$582,000 + $519,000

$1,101,000

2013

$12,999 (+0.7%)

$546,000 + $565,000

$1,111,000

2012

$12,915 (+21.1%)

$546,000 + $579,000

$1,125,000

2011

$10,664 (+5.4%)

$446,000 + $487,000

$933,000

2010

$10,113 (+12.6%)

$478,000 + $487,000

$965,000

2009

$8,978

$546,000 + $402,000

$948,000

*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

11,295

Year renovated

2023

Sq. Ft.

2,594

Year built

1896

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259046

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 11, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 153
Length: 17
Width: 9
Level: Third

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Third

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 #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Open Floorplan

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Laminate
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,594
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,706
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt 16 West to traffic light at Cliff Rd ( on right). Seaward Rd in on left
UnparsedAddress: 38 Seaward Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,594
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1896
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259046
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Apr 11, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dehumidifier In Basement, 3 Light Fixtures , Dr Curtains And Curtains In One Br.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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

50% 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

$2.15M – $2.61M

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Home values near 38 Seaward Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1984 Sq. Ft.	$2,037,534
42 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2966 Sq. Ft.	$2,334,569

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2968 Sq. Ft.	$2,208,238
48 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1688 Sq. Ft.	$1,546,259

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3347 Sq. Ft.	$1,937,063
56 Seaward Rd, Wellesley, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 624 Sq. Ft.	$1,610,810

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