BOUGHT WITH REDFIN FEB 11, 2019

Off Market Feb 2019 for $1.1M

$1,808,629

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,013/mo

•

1,766

sq ft

40 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Rare opportunity to RIGHT SIZE your life in this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on an exceptionally pretty and private lot in sought after Farms neighborhood. Originally built in 1937 as a part of an estate, this home has been updated over the years, always maintaining its original charm. A delightful entry opens to large and inviting step down family living room with marvelous proportions and large fireplace. The thoughtfully updated and efficient kitchen has stone countertops and is open to generous dining and sitting area looking out over the Cochituate Aquaduct. Large master suit with fireplace. A charming screened porch and Beacon Hill patio buffeted by excellent privacy expand your living space. Close to the Farms Train Station and Hills shops. A GEM!

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$1,024Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Doreen Lewis Redfin Corp.

Listed by Christine Lawrence • Rutledge Properties

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72396756

Redfin Estimate

$1,808,629

$639K since sold in February 2019$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 24.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.46M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,130,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,431 sq ft
36 Kimlo Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,282,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,122 sq ft
6 Wareland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,830,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,670 sq ft
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,953,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,627 sq ft
92 Woodlawn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,016,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,521 sq ft
6 Oakland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481

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$3,937/mo

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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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8 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Property is well maintained throughout. Hardwood throughout first level, carpeting on second floor. Kitchen has an unusual, narrow floor plan. Master bedroom has Jack-and-Jill bathroom access rather than an en suite bath.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Terence Egan
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 40 Elm St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72396756

Feb 11, 2019

Sold

$1,170,000

$663/sq ft

Jan 12, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 5, 2018

Price Changed

$1,225,000

$694/sq ft

Sep 17, 2018

Listed

$1,290,000

$730/sq ft

MLS PIN #30382241

Apr 18, 2000

Sold

$620,000

$351/sq ft

Mar 21, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jan 31, 2000

Listed

$639,000

$362/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 16, 1997

Sold

$435,000

$246/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1993

Sold

$342,000

$194/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,328 (+5.3%)

$782,000 + $382,000

$1,164,000

2022

$12,661 (+5.3%)

$701,000 + $383,000

$1,084,000

2021

$12,020 (+1.6%)

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2020

$11,826

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2019

$11,836 (+9.0%)

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2018

$10,863 (+1.4%)

$716,000 + $193,000

$909,000

2017

$10,717 (+3.9%)

$716,000 + $193,000

$909,000

2015

$10,312 (+8.3%)

$704,000 + $188,000

$892,000

2014

$9,521 (+5.5%)

$582,000 + $243,000

$825,000

2013

$9,021 (+1.9%)

$546,000 + $225,000

$771,000

2012

$8,851 (+10.2%)

$546,000 + $225,000

$771,000

2011

$8,035 (+1.0%)

$467,000 + $236,000

$703,000

2010

$7,954 (−4.6%)

$523,000 + $236,000

$759,000

2009

$8,334

$667,000 + $213,000

$880,000

Tax history for 40 Elm St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,328 (+5.3%)

$782,000 + $382,000

$1,164,000

2022

$12,661 (+5.3%)

$701,000 + $383,000

$1,084,000

2021

$12,020 (+1.6%)

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2020

$11,826

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2019

$11,836 (+9.0%)

$640,000 + $383,000

$1,023,000

2018

$10,863 (+1.4%)

$716,000 + $193,000

$909,000

2017

$10,717 (+3.9%)

$716,000 + $193,000

$909,000

2015

$10,312 (+8.3%)

$704,000 + $188,000

$892,000

2014

$9,521 (+5.5%)

$582,000 + $243,000

$825,000

2013

$9,021 (+1.9%)

$546,000 + $225,000

$771,000

2012

$8,851 (+10.2%)

$546,000 + $225,000

$771,000

2011

$8,035 (+1.0%)

$467,000 + $236,000

$703,000

2010

$7,954 (−4.6%)

$523,000 + $236,000

$759,000

2009

$8,334

$667,000 + $213,000

$880,000

*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

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,766

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258838

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: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 99
Length: 11
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 15
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 117
Length: 9
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 117
Length: 9
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 144
Length: 18
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,766
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: khaki

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

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,836.11
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington to Elm or Fuller to Elm
UnparsedAddress: 40 Elm St, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,766
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258838

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

$1.72M – $2.08M

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Home values near 40 Elm St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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50 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$3,284,296

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 8 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4939 Sq. Ft.	$3,002,196
37 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2919 Sq. Ft.	$1,895,326

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5600 Sq. Ft.	$3,055,549
43 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3277 Sq. Ft.	$2,491,994

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