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Off market jun 2021 for $2.5M

$2,986,737

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,407/mo

•

5,600

sq ft

42 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

One of Wellesley's prettiest streets! This home is spacious & warm w/ incredible ceiling height & architectural details. Spacious cook's kitchen w/large island & seating area opens to sunken oversized family room w/ stone surround fp & big windows. Butler pantry connects to banquet size dining room. Living room w/additional fp leads to private study. Two story foyer creates a striking entrance. Mudroom & laundry off two car garage. Master suite w/ double walk- in closets & large bath plus sitting area/2nd office. All 4 family beds are spacious w/ 2 bedrooms being en suite. Newly finished lower level is walk out & filled with windows. Recreation room w/ kitchenette! Exercise room, bedroom & gorgeous bath complete lower level. Large bluestone patio. This home has 3 amazing floors w/ an incredible floor plan. Front & back staircase. Aqueduct walking trails out your back door! Train just around the corner! Short distance to shops, Warren Rec & restaurants. Private showings begin Fri @ 12.

Single-familyProperty Type

2001Year Built

0.35 acresLot Size

$533Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Melissa Dailey • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Benoit | Robinson | ORourke • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72811269

Redfin Estimate

$2,986,737

$487K since sold in June 2021$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 24.1% lower than the average sale price ($3.94M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$4,000,000
A
6 beds6.5 baths6,975 sq ft
8 Valley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$3,650,000
B
5 beds5.5 baths5,833 sq ft
12 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$3,675,000
C
6 beds4.5 baths5,500 sq ft
23 Priscilla Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD OCT 24, 2025
$3,895,000
D
5 beds5.5 baths5,833 sq ft
14 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$5,250,000
E
5 beds6 baths5,230 sq ft
14 Bristol Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$3,150,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths5,105 sq ft
18 Rockland St, Wellesley Hills, 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

98.7%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$87K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 42 Elm St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72811269

Jun 14, 2021

Sold

$2,500,000

$446/sq ft

Apr 13, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 8, 2021

Listed

$2,495,000

$446/sq ft

MLS PIN #70976113

Dec 15, 2009

Sold

$1,850,000

$330/sq ft

Oct 20, 2009

Contingent

—

Sep 16, 2009

Listed

$1,995,000

$356/sq ft

This sophisticated colonial built in 2001 compliments thoughtful design with unassuming warmth. Gorgeous architectural deatil throughout. Gourment cook's kitchen with custom designed cabinets, formal DR with butler's pantry, sunfilled fireplaced Family Room, formal fireplaced Living Room, and Study on 1st floor. 2nd floor features 5 beds, 4 full baths with luxurious Master Bedroom suite and bath. Finished lower level with playroom, au-paire bedroom and full bath. Coveted Farms neighborhood!

MLS PIN #30470912

Sep 5, 2001

Sold

$1,700,000

$304/sq ft

Jan 16, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Jan 13, 2001

Listed

$1,695,000

$303/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 1, 1982

Sold

$142,500

$25/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,621 (+12.3%)

$831,000 + $1,494,000

$2,325,000

2022

$23,699 (+25.9%)

$744,000 + $1,285,000

$2,029,000

2021

$18,824 (+1.6%)

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2020

$18,519

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2019

$18,535 (−9.8%)

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2018

$20,554 (+1.4%)

$735,000 + $985,000

$1,720,000

2017

$20,279 (+2.0%)

$735,000 + $985,000

$1,720,000

2015

$19,872 (−2.6%)

$723,000 + $996,000

$1,719,000

2014

$20,403 (+2.6%)

$598,000 + $1,170,000

$1,768,000

2013

$19,878 (+1.9%)

$560,000 + $1,139,000

$1,699,000

2012

$19,505 (+0.7%)

$560,000 + $1,139,000

$1,699,000

2011

$19,374 (+7.0%)

$479,000 + $1,216,000

$1,695,000

2010

$18,109 (+17.6%)

$537,000 + $1,191,000

$1,728,000

2009

$15,398

$685,000 + $941,000

$1,626,000

Tax history for 42 Elm St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,621 (+12.3%)

$831,000 + $1,494,000

$2,325,000

2022

$23,699 (+25.9%)

$744,000 + $1,285,000

$2,029,000

2021

$18,824 (+1.6%)

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2020

$18,519

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2019

$18,535 (−9.8%)

$680,000 + $922,000

$1,602,000

2018

$20,554 (+1.4%)

$735,000 + $985,000

$1,720,000

2017

$20,279 (+2.0%)

$735,000 + $985,000

$1,720,000

2015

$19,872 (−2.6%)

$723,000 + $996,000

$1,719,000

2014

$20,403 (+2.6%)

$598,000 + $1,170,000

$1,768,000

2013

$19,878 (+1.9%)

$560,000 + $1,139,000

$1,699,000

2012

$19,505 (+0.7%)

$560,000 + $1,139,000

$1,699,000

2011

$19,374 (+7.0%)

$479,000 + $1,216,000

$1,695,000

2010

$18,109 (+17.6%)

$537,000 + $1,191,000

$1,728,000

2009

$15,398

$685,000 + $941,000

$1,626,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

15,113

Year renovated

2021

Sq. Ft.

5,600

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258843

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Green

Last updated by owner on May 23, 2025.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 285
Length: 19
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 273
Length: 21
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 483
Length: 23
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

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

Living Room Information
Area: 304
Length: 19
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 459
Length: 27
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Dining Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 504
Length: 24
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Sitting Room, Bedroom, Exercise Room, Play Room, Mud Room, Study, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,600
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: beige
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,824
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington St to Elm St
UnparsedAddress: 42 Elm Street, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,600
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258843
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green

Home facts updated by owner on May 23, 2025

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

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 • 1.3mi

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

$2.84M – $3.44M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1766 Sq. Ft.	$1,818,306
37 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2919 Sq. Ft.	$1,791,863

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 8 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4939 Sq. Ft.	$3,133,533
43 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3277 Sq. Ft.	$2,555,121

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$3,128,497
35 Elm Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1915 Sq. Ft.	$1,948,891

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