OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2013 for $1.6M

$2,879,325

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,563/mo

•

3,615

sq ft

42 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

LOCATION..LUXURY..LIFESTYLE... Commuter's Delight! Outstanding Colonial Renovation In Sought After Wellesley Farms Neighborhood. Daily Living Centers Around The "Cook's" Spacious Eat-In Kitchen & Custom Designed Fireplaced Gathering Room Surrounded By Walls Of Windows. Private Home office, Elegant Fireplaced Dining Room, Striking Master Suite With Sumptuous Bath. Lower Level Playroom, Full Bath, Exercise Room. FABULOUS Backyard! AWESOME Pool Area With Bonus Lap Lane, Hot Tub. Must See!!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

0.44 acresLot Size

$796Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mary Shea Wilson • Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St

Bought with Ellen Walsh • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71512763

Redfin Estimate

$2,879,325

$1.2M since sold in September 2013$40K since August

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This home's estimate is 51% higher than the average sale price ($1.91M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$1,895,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,695 sq ft
25 Riverdale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
21 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,665,000
C
5 beds4 baths3,096 sq ft
80 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAR 23, 2026
$1,740,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,664 sq ft
2 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$1,350,000
E
4 beds2 baths2,079 sq ft
11 Springdale, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,100,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,953 sq ft
2 Woodlawn Oval, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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

101.2%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$189K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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New listings for sale

NEW 17 HRS AGO
$2,695,000
5 beds3.5 baths4,054 sq ft
104 Fairbanks Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
OPEN TODAY, 12PM TO 1:30PM
$1,995,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,216 sq ft
186 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 42 River Glen Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71512763

Sep 3, 2013

Sold

$1,650,000

$456/sq ft

May 21, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 22, 2013

Listed

$1,787,000

$494/sq ft

MLS PIN #50386747

Jan 2, 1998

Sold

$542,500

$150/sq ft

Oct 16, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Oct 15, 1997

Listed

$540,000

$149/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$23,507 (+2.5%)

$981,000 + $1,072,000

$2,053,000

2022

$22,940 (+5.3%)

$842,000 + $1,122,000

$1,964,000

2021

$21,785 (+1.4%)

$732,000 + $1,122,000

$1,854,000

2020

$21,490

$732,000 + $1,127,000

$1,859,000

2019

$21,509 (−2.9%)

$732,000 + $1,127,000

$1,859,000

2018

$22,155 (+1.4%)

$626,000 + $1,228,000

$1,854,000

2017

$21,859 (+4.3%)

$626,000 + $1,228,000

$1,854,000

2015

$20,958 (+27.3%)

$615,000 + $1,198,000

$1,813,000

2014

$16,468 (+2.6%)

$509,000 + $918,000

$1,427,000

2013

$16,052 (+1.9%)

$478,000 + $894,000

$1,372,000

2012

$15,751 (−2.7%)

$478,000 + $894,000

$1,372,000

2011

$16,196 (+6.6%)

$468,000 + $949,000

$1,417,000

2010

$15,196 (+17.0%)

$501,000 + $949,000

$1,450,000

2009

$12,983

$531,000 + $840,000

$1,371,000

Tax history for 42 River Glen Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$23,507 (+2.5%)

$981,000 + $1,072,000

$2,053,000

2022

$22,940 (+5.3%)

$842,000 + $1,122,000

$1,964,000

2021

$21,785 (+1.4%)

$732,000 + $1,122,000

$1,854,000

2020

$21,490

$732,000 + $1,127,000

$1,859,000

2019

$21,509 (−2.9%)

$732,000 + $1,127,000

$1,859,000

2018

$22,155 (+1.4%)

$626,000 + $1,228,000

$1,854,000

2017

$21,859 (+4.3%)

$626,000 + $1,228,000

$1,854,000

2015

$20,958 (+27.3%)

$615,000 + $1,198,000

$1,813,000

2014

$16,468 (+2.6%)

$509,000 + $918,000

$1,427,000

2013

$16,052 (+1.9%)

$478,000 + $894,000

$1,372,000

2012

$15,751 (−2.7%)

$478,000 + $894,000

$1,372,000

2011

$16,196 (+6.6%)

$468,000 + $949,000

$1,417,000

2010

$15,196 (+17.0%)

$501,000 + $949,000

$1,450,000

2009

$12,983

$531,000 + $840,000

$1,371,000

*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

0.44 Acres

Year renovated

1974

Sq. Ft.

3,406

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258372

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: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 330
Length: 22
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 660
Length: 22
Width: 30
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 23
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Home Office, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,615
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,052.40
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Glen to River Glen
UnparsedAddress: 42 River Glen Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,406
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258372

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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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Historical weather

Wellesley, MA • 02481

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Sun exposure

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

$2.74M – $3.31M

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Home values near 42 River Glen Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2065 Sq. Ft.	$1,702,422
31 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2432 Sq. Ft.	$1,649,040

Address	Redfin Estimate
43 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3414 Sq. Ft.	$2,348,071
28 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4274 Sq. Ft.	$3,166,636

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1842 Sq. Ft.	$1,666,892
39 River Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2646 Sq. Ft.	$1,802,143

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