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Off market mar 2018 for $1.2M

$1,857,794

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,474/mo

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2,387

sq ft

41 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Charming turn of the century Victorian in the heart of Wellesley will delight you at every turn. A white picket fence and inviting front porch with bead board ceiling welcomes you into this special home filled with character, light, huge windows, shiny hardwood floors and soaring ceilings. Front foyer opens to lovely living room with fireplace. Sunny and stylishly renovated kitchen features white cabinetry, marble counter tops and island, stainless steel appliances, and walk in pantry. Efficient mudroom with cubbies and laundry. Four corner bedrooms on second floor. Fantastic 3rd floor bonus room with full bath doubles as another bedroom. Extensive renovations makes this home truly turn key with new kitchen, bathrooms, 3rd floor, HVAC, electric and more. Deep and level back yard with deck for entertaining and play. Conforming lot allows for expansion. Detached two car garage. Enjoy a stroll on the Brook Path or short walk to train, shops, restaurants, parks and WHS! Sprague School.

Single-familyProperty Type

1888Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$778Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Lawrence • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Rory Payson • Payson Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72286331

Redfin Estimate

$1,857,794

$569K since sold in March 2018$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 28.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.45M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 16, 2026
$1,635,650
A
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SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,177,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths3,129 sq ft
642 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$1,505,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,496 sq ft
7 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$1,511,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
81 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,016,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,521 sq ft
6 Oakland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,830,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,670 sq ft
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated September 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

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Sale history for 41 Forest St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72286331

Mar 29, 2018

Sold

$1,289,000

$540/sq ft

Mar 3, 2018

Pending

—

Feb 27, 2018

Listed

$1,189,000

$498/sq ft

MLS PIN #71627570

Mar 11, 2014

Sold

$851,000

$357/sq ft

Feb 3, 2014

Contingent

—

Jan 29, 2014

Listed

$799,000

$335/sq ft

Charming turn of the century home - a jewel of a house! Well maintained and great as is or take this home to the next level. An inviting front porch welcomes you into this 4 bedroom home with 9 ft ceilings. Wonderful light and excellent storage. Built-ins and hardwood floors throughout. 3rd floor walk up with skylight and many possibilities. All rooms are well proportioned. Dining room has an alcove lined with book cases. Mudroom off kitchen. Private views from the deck overlooking the flat backyard with beautiful gardens. 2 car garage. Short distance to High School, train, Brook Path, shops and restaurants. This is a special home and one not to be missed! Open house Saturday 1:30-3 and Sunday 2-3:30.

Public Records

Jun 1, 1985

Sold

$220,000

$92/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,404 (+11.4%)

$842,000 + $416,000

$1,258,000

2022

$12,930 (−0.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2021

$13,007 (+1.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2020

$12,797 (+2.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2019

$12,472 (+19.6%)

$667,000 + $411,000

$1,078,000

2018

$10,432 (+8.4%)

$653,000 + $220,000

$873,000

2017

$9,621 (+1.7%)

$652,000 + $164,000

$816,000

2016

$9,464 (+4.7%)

$641,000 + $159,000

$800,000

2015

$9,040 (+2.9%)

$614,000 + $168,000

$782,000

2014

$8,782 (+8.0%)

$554,000 + $207,000

$761,000

2013

$8,132 (+1.9%)

$519,000 + $176,000

$695,000

2012

$7,979 (+15.0%)

$519,000 + $176,000

$695,000

2011

$6,938 (+3.9%)

$424,000 + $183,000

$607,000

2010

$6,676 (+3.4%)

$454,000 + $183,000

$637,000

2009

$6,459

$519,000 + $163,000

$682,000

Tax history for 41 Forest St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,404 (+11.4%)

$842,000 + $416,000

$1,258,000

2022

$12,930 (−0.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2021

$13,007 (+1.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2020

$12,797 (+2.6%)

$696,000 + $411,000

$1,107,000

2019

$12,472 (+19.6%)

$667,000 + $411,000

$1,078,000

2018

$10,432 (+8.4%)

$653,000 + $220,000

$873,000

2017

$9,621 (+1.7%)

$652,000 + $164,000

$816,000

2016

$9,464 (+4.7%)

$641,000 + $159,000

$800,000

2015

$9,040 (+2.9%)

$614,000 + $168,000

$782,000

2014

$8,782 (+8.0%)

$554,000 + $207,000

$761,000

2013

$8,132 (+1.9%)

$519,000 + $176,000

$695,000

2012

$7,979 (+15.0%)

$519,000 + $176,000

$695,000

2011

$6,938 (+3.9%)

$424,000 + $183,000

$607,000

2010

$6,676 (+3.4%)

$454,000 + $183,000

$637,000

2009

$6,459

$519,000 + $163,000

$682,000

*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.

2,387

Year built

1887

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259402

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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 270
Length: 15
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 140
Length: 10
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

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

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

Living Room Information
Area: 198
Length: 18
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 330
Length: 22
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,387
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,432
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Forest St.
UnparsedAddress: 41 Forest St, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,387
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1887
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259402

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.77M – $2.14M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 7 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6785 Sq. Ft.	$3,469,668
31 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3131 Sq. Ft.	$1,798,819

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1980 Sq. Ft.	$1,369,421
27 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3408 Sq. Ft.	$1,921,644

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3093 Sq. Ft.	$1,944,188
36 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4935 Sq. Ft.	$2,316,782

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