SOLD DEC 5, 2025

Off Market Dec 2025 for $1.9M

$2,162,738

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,348/mo

•

2,962

sq ft

42 Calvin Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Worthy of a picture perfect postcard, this beautifully renovated Village Colonial blends timeless charm & character w fresh modern comfort! Sunlight pours thru the expansive windows highlighting the elegant architectural details: high ceilings, rich moldings,& gleaming hardwood floors. The stunning gourmet kitchen combines beauty & function featuring high end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, luxurious marble countertops, & expansive island perfect for family living. This home offers 5 spacious light filled bedrms, including a serene master retreat, & 4 crisp updated baths. Brimming with family friendly spaces including 2 mudrms, w space for all the family gear, a playrm & the delightful front porch,a perfect place to relax! The lush yard is enclosed w a white picket fence creating a private & picturesque setting ideal for play or entertaining. Located just steps to schools, playground, shops and restaurants. This exceptional property is a rare find, truly a forever home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$730Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Laura Daunis • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Amy Lipton • Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

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•Source:MLS PIN #73438196

Redfin Estimate

$2,162,738

$233K since sold in December 2025$45K since July

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This home's estimate is 11.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.94M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,325,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths2,694 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$2,400,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,860 sq ft
70 Curve St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$1,913,000
D
6 beds3 baths2,980 sq ft
45 Kingsbury St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,406 sq ft
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,177,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths3,129 sq ft
642 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.4M

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

25 MoM

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$1,475,000
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$2,049,000
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$1,950,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,595 sq ft
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$7,495,000
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$3,050,000
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$1,275,000
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Sale history for 42 Calvin Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73438196

Dec 5, 2025

Sold

$1,930,000

$652/sq ft

Oct 15, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 1, 2025

Listed

$1,930,000

$652/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 7, 2008

Sold

$790,000

$267/sq ft

MLS PIN #70746776

Nov 12, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Nov 7, 2008

Sold

$790,000

$267/sq ft

Sep 23, 2008

Contingent

—

Jun 12, 2008

Price Changed

$849,000

$287/sq ft

Apr 18, 2008

Listed

$899,000

$304/sq ft

Simply charming! Enchanting Victorian with many recent updates.Featuring sunsplshed updated granite/maple kitchen,entertainment size dining rm,gracious living rm,high ceilings,large windows,fine architectural detail,beaut woodwork,lovely master bed,fab 3rd flr 5th bedroom/office/family rm/billiard rm w/ half bth(rm for shower expansion),skylights & more.WLK-O lower level w/ fam rm and office.Wond prof.landscaped yard.Easy

MLS PIN #50385449

Dec 15, 1997

Sold

$376,000

$127/sq ft

Oct 21, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Sep 20, 1997

Listed

$385,000

$130/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 14, 1997

Sold

$267,000

$90/sq ft

Public Records

May 4, 1992

Sold

$267,000

$90/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,622 (+1.6%)

$771,000 + $244,000

$1,015,000

2022

$11,435 (+2.4%)

$662,000 + $317,000

$979,000

2021

$11,163 (+1.6%)

$633,000 + $317,000

$950,000

2020

$10,982 (+3.1%)

$633,000 + $317,000

$950,000

2019

$10,656 (+3.4%)

$604,000 + $317,000

$921,000

2018

$10,301 (+1.5%)

$594,000 + $268,000

$862,000

2017

$10,151 (+2.0%)

$593,000 + $268,000

$861,000

2016

$9,949 (+5.7%)

$583,000 + $258,000

$841,000

2015

$9,410 (+3.0%)

$556,000 + $258,000

$814,000

2014

$9,140 (−0.4%)

$460,000 + $332,000

$792,000

2013

$9,173 (+1.9%)

$431,000 + $353,000

$784,000

2012

$9,000 (+1.9%)

$431,000 + $353,000

$784,000

2011

$8,835 (+5.3%)

$403,000 + $370,000

$773,000

2010

$8,394 (+24.1%)

$431,000 + $370,000

$801,000

2009

$6,762

$498,000 + $216,000

$714,000

Tax history for 42 Calvin Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,622 (+1.6%)

$771,000 + $244,000

$1,015,000

2022

$11,435 (+2.4%)

$662,000 + $317,000

$979,000

2021

$11,163 (+1.6%)

$633,000 + $317,000

$950,000

2020

$10,982 (+3.1%)

$633,000 + $317,000

$950,000

2019

$10,656 (+3.4%)

$604,000 + $317,000

$921,000

2018

$10,301 (+1.5%)

$594,000 + $268,000

$862,000

2017

$10,151 (+2.0%)

$593,000 + $268,000

$861,000

2016

$9,949 (+5.7%)

$583,000 + $258,000

$841,000

2015

$9,410 (+3.0%)

$556,000 + $258,000

$814,000

2014

$9,140 (−0.4%)

$460,000 + $332,000

$792,000

2013

$9,173 (+1.9%)

$431,000 + $353,000

$784,000

2012

$9,000 (+1.9%)

$431,000 + $353,000

$784,000

2011

$8,835 (+5.3%)

$403,000 + $370,000

$773,000

2010

$8,394 (+24.1%)

$431,000 + $370,000

$801,000

2009

$6,762

$498,000 + $216,000

$714,000

*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

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

1965

Sq. Ft.

2,203

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

261257

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: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble

Living Room Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Family Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 25
Width: 12
Level: Basement

Dining Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting,Decorative Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,962
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: grey

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,066
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Kingsbury street to Calvin Street
UnparsedAddress: 42 Calvin Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,203
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Norfolk County
APN: 261257

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Sconces In Livrm, Washer & Dryer , 6 Wall Tv And Wall Attachments. Window Treatments On Stair Case.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools
Places
Transit

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi

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

51% 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

$2.06M – $2.49M

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Home values near 42 Calvin Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Calvin Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3850 Sq. Ft.	$2,055,267
78 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1776 Sq. Ft.	$1,350,577

Address	Redfin Estimate
38 Calvin Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$1,456,911
80 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$1,818,988

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4171 Sq. Ft.	$2,065,026
84 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1764 Sq. Ft.	$1,376,594

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