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Off Market Sep 2020 for $1.5M

$2,266,356

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,298/mo

•

3,306

sq ft

42 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Storybook Tudor w/ English gardens in Poet’s Corner for the most discriminating buyer. Home redone using highest quality materials. Close to highways, train, & shops. Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, & more. 1st floor has a bright big living room with a gas fireplace & adjacent sunroom. Kitchen-dining room are spacious w/ a large entertaining island + Cosy study & half bath, 2nd floor includes 3 big bedrooms all with hardwood floors & 2 full baths. Master bedroom w/ 2 walk-in closets & a luxurious bath w/ double sinks. Lower level w/ large family room w/ fireplace & a suite w/ a kitchenette/wet bar opens directly to the back yard. Mature English garden year-round in the front & in the backyard. Wooded area in the back can be all lawn. Greenhouse from Belgium. Younger roof, new boiler & HVAC systems. High ceiling throughout. Space ideal for social distancing. EV charging for electric cars and no more gas station visits. Impeccable details combine timeless beauty and luxury

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$686Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Stephen O'Brien • Keller Williams Boston MetroWest

Bought with E. Anne Casner • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72694775

Redfin Estimate

$2,266,356

$667K since sold in September 2020$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9.4% higher than the average sale price ($2.07M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,130,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,609 sq ft
21 Madison Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,100,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,953 sq ft
2 Woodlawn Oval, 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 17, 2026
$2,325,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,897 sq ft
28 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,953,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,627 sq ft
92 Woodlawn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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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Sale history for 42 Longfellow Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,839 (+3.7%)

$888,000 + $670,000

$1,558,000

2022

$17,205 (+6.3%)

$795,000 + $678,000

$1,473,000

2021

$16,192 (+9.9%)

$700,000 + $678,000

$1,378,000

2020

$14,739 (+19.3%)

$700,000 + $575,000

$1,275,000

2019

$12,357 (+23.4%)

$636,000 + $432,000

$1,068,000

2018

$10,014 (+1.4%)

$669,000 + $169,000

$838,000

2017

$9,880 (+4.1%)

$669,000 + $169,000

$838,000

2015

$9,491 (+18.0%)

$657,000 + $164,000

$821,000

2014

$8,043 (+5.6%)

$495,000 + $202,000

$697,000

2013

$7,617 (+1.9%)

$464,000 + $187,000

$651,000

2012

$7,473 (+4.6%)

$464,000 + $187,000

$651,000

2011

$7,144 (+3.9%)

$433,000 + $192,000

$625,000

2010

$6,875 (−3.6%)

$464,000 + $192,000

$656,000

2009

$7,131

$577,000 + $176,000

$753,000

Tax history for 42 Longfellow Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,839 (+3.7%)

$888,000 + $670,000

$1,558,000

2022

$17,205 (+6.3%)

$795,000 + $678,000

$1,473,000

2021

$16,192 (+9.9%)

$700,000 + $678,000

$1,378,000

2020

$14,739 (+19.3%)

$700,000 + $575,000

$1,275,000

2019

$12,357 (+23.4%)

$636,000 + $432,000

$1,068,000

2018

$10,014 (+1.4%)

$669,000 + $169,000

$838,000

2017

$9,880 (+4.1%)

$669,000 + $169,000

$838,000

2015

$9,491 (+18.0%)

$657,000 + $164,000

$821,000

2014

$8,043 (+5.6%)

$495,000 + $202,000

$697,000

2013

$7,617 (+1.9%)

$464,000 + $187,000

$651,000

2012

$7,473 (+4.6%)

$464,000 + $187,000

$651,000

2011

$7,144 (+3.9%)

$433,000 + $192,000

$625,000

2010

$6,875 (−3.6%)

$464,000 + $192,000

$656,000

2009

$7,131

$577,000 + $176,000

$753,000

*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

14,000

Year renovated

2020

Sq. Ft.

3,306

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258217

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Green

Last updated by owner on Dec 22, 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, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 240
Length: 20
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Double Vanity,Dressing Room,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Hardwood,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 64
Length: 8
Width: 8
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dressing Room,Exterior Access,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Remodeled,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 80
Length: 10
Width: 8
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 72
Length: 9
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Low Flow Toilet,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Living Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Remodeled,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X8
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Electric Dryer Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Wood, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Marble
Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Bathroom, Wet Bar, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,306
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Exterior Features: Balcony, Rain Gutters, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Indoor Air Quality: Contaminant Control
Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Other Structures: Greenhouse

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,739
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington St. to Longfellow 42 is on the left
UnparsedAddress: 42 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, 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: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,306
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258217
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green

Home facts updated by owner on Dec 22, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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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Estimated sale price

$2.15M – $2.61M

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Home values near 42 Longfellow Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3993 Sq. Ft.	$3,299,736
48 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1639 Sq. Ft.	$1,594,102

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2941 Sq. Ft.	$1,985,298
50 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$2,022,033

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2403 Sq. Ft.	$1,898,435
54 Longfellow Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6000 Sq. Ft.	$3,596,296

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