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Off Market Jun 2022 for $1.9M

$2,062,701

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,802/mo

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2,700

sq ft

38 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

This one has it all! Recent renovations of this 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Colonial in Bates neighborhood include a gorgeous primary en-suite bathroom with radiant heat, perfectly proportioned mudroom with direct access into the garage, 2015 Marvin windows, roof, clapboards, central air, gas heating system and newly expanded back patio and bluestone walkways to name just a few! The first floor boasts a fireplaced living and family room, each with custom built-ins. The granite and stainless kitchen connects to a charming dining room as well as light-filled casual eating area with custom banquet seating. All 4 bedrooms are on the 2nd floor with a beautiful primary suite which includes a knock-out custom closet. Finished areas in the basement are perfect for home office, exercise or play. All of this nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot with room to entertain and play in one of Wellesley's favorite neighborhoods!

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

10,615 sq ftLot Size

$764Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Concierge Home Sales By the Kerzner Group • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72980070

Redfin Estimate

$2,062,701

$102K since sold in June 2022$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 13% higher than the average sale price ($1.83M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$2,315,000
A
4 beds3 baths4,799 sq ft
99 Parker Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,805,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,644 sq ft
22 Lafayette Cir, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$2,562,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,099 sq ft
31 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,500,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,901 sq ft
3 Berkeley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,930,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,696 sq ft
18 Fisher Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$839,175
F
4 beds2 baths1,917 sq ft
7 Oakridge Ave, Natick, MA 01760

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.4%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$277K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,295,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,648 sq ft
5 Oakdale Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
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Sale history for 38 Shirley Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72980070

Jun 30, 2022

Sold

$1,961,000

$726/sq ft

May 11, 2022

Listed

$1,725,000

$639/sq ft

MLS PIN #72206232

Nov 13, 2017

Sold

$1,305,000

$483/sq ft

Aug 8, 2017

Pending

—

Jul 31, 2017

Listed

$1,295,000

$480/sq ft

+13

A 2015 Renovation of this 4 bedroom, 21/2 bath Colonial has transformed this lovely home with new Marvin windows,new roof,new clapboard,new central air, new gas heating system and more! A gracious front hallway flanked by entertainment sized living and dining rooms leads to a granite and stainless kitchen with adjoining family room lined with windows and and custom built ins. Upstairs, 4 generous bedrooms including a large master with full bath layout nicely along the wide open hallway. Finished areas in the basement are perfect for home office or play. All of this nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot with bluestone patio, lush lawns and a wooded border for privacy in one of Wellesley's favorite neighborhoods! Everything you have been waiting for!

MLS PIN #71446942

Dec 31, 2012

Sold

$939,000

$348/sq ft

Oct 16, 2012

Contingent

—

Oct 12, 2012

Listed

$939,000

$348/sq ft

Bates School neighborhood; renovated 8 room center entrance colonial with large fireplaced family room off of kitchen. Elegant traditional D.R. & L.R. w/ fireplace. Master suite including large bath with skylights and walk-in closet & 3 additional large bedrooms on second level. Finished basement with 2 rooms suitable for office and playroom. Private level lot with wooded canopy of mature trees. Walk-up attic.

Public Records

Feb 24, 2003

Sold

$757,500

$281/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 1, 1987

Sold

$295,000

$109/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,805 (+23.8%)

$773,000 + $782,000

$1,555,000

2022

$14,378 (−0.6%)

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2021

$14,464 (+1.6%)

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2020

$14,230

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2019

$14,220 (+18.4%)

$602,000 + $627,000

$1,229,000

2018

$12,010 (+8.5%)

$593,000 + $412,000

$1,005,000

2017

$11,071 (+10.3%)

$593,000 + $346,000

$939,000

2015

$10,034 (+7.6%)

$554,000 + $314,000

$868,000

2014

$9,324 (+2.0%)

$434,000 + $374,000

$808,000

2013

$9,138 (+3.0%)

$407,000 + $374,000

$781,000

2012

$8,874 (+1.5%)

$407,000 + $366,000

$773,000

2011

$8,744 (+5.3%)

$380,000 + $385,000

$765,000

2010

$8,300 (+6.6%)

$407,000 + $385,000

$792,000

2009

$7,784

$483,000 + $339,000

$822,000

Tax history for 38 Shirley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,805 (+23.8%)

$773,000 + $782,000

$1,555,000

2022

$14,378 (−0.6%)

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2021

$14,464 (+1.6%)

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2020

$14,230

$602,000 + $629,000

$1,231,000

2019

$14,220 (+18.4%)

$602,000 + $627,000

$1,229,000

2018

$12,010 (+8.5%)

$593,000 + $412,000

$1,005,000

2017

$11,071 (+10.3%)

$593,000 + $346,000

$939,000

2015

$10,034 (+7.6%)

$554,000 + $314,000

$868,000

2014

$9,324 (+2.0%)

$434,000 + $374,000

$808,000

2013

$9,138 (+3.0%)

$407,000 + $374,000

$781,000

2012

$8,874 (+1.5%)

$407,000 + $366,000

$773,000

2011

$8,744 (+5.3%)

$380,000 + $385,000

$765,000

2010

$8,300 (+6.6%)

$407,000 + $385,000

$792,000

2009

$7,784

$483,000 + $339,000

$822,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1996

Sq. Ft.

2,405

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

264788

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 150
Length: 10
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 336
Length: 21
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bonus Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,700
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,378
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Weston Rd to Shirley.
UnparsedAddress: 38 Shirley Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,405
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Norfolk County
APN: 264788

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Basement Fridge And Wine Fridge Excluded. Living Room Tv Excluded. Washer/Dryer & Swingset Include.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John D. Hardy Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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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Historical weather

Wellesley, MA • 02482

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Estimated sale price

$1.96M – $2.37M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1750 Sq. Ft.	$1,296,081
31 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3099 Sq. Ft.	$2,448,295

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,738,408
27 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$1,959,506

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