OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2020 for $1.1M

$1,744,386

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,790/mo

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1,874

sq ft

42 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Sparkling Center entrance Colonial in a quiet Bates neighborhood is the home you've been waiting for. Beautiful 2015 open concept kitchen & dining with large center island, stainless steel appliances, & granite is the heart of the home. Adjacent is a bright and sunny four season sunroom with walls of windows & slider leading to the spectacular fenced in backyard and deck with bench seating. A spacious and inviting living room with fireplace completes the first floor. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms including a generous front to back master bedroom with a walk-in closet. Features & improvements include...2 car garage, new roof, newer windows, updated baths, gleaming hardwood floors and more with plenty of room to expand and make it your own. Just a short distance to Perrin Park, Bates school, new Boston Sports Institute, & an easy Boston commute...all this and a fantastic neighborhood to make memories to treasure for a lifetime, come join the fun!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$931Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Patricia Bradley • Rutledge Properties

Bought with The Shulkin Wilk Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72685972

Redfin Estimate

$1,744,386

$611K since sold in August 2020$11K since October

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This home's estimate is 35.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 30, 2026
$1,150,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,023 sq ft
339 Weston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$839,175
B
4 beds2 baths1,917 sq ft
7 Oakridge Ave, Natick, MA 01760
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$875,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,866 sq ft
62 Bacon St, Natick, MA 01760
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,430,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,884 sq ft
24 College Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$859,000
E
4 beds2 baths2,195 sq ft
4 Murdoch Rd, Natick, MA 01760
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$2,562,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,099 sq ft
31 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.1%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$2.0M

$179K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

9 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Shirley Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72685972

Aug 20, 2020

Sold

$1,133,000

$605/sq ft

Jul 14, 2020

Contingent

—

Jul 7, 2020

Listed

$1,165,000

$622/sq ft

MLS PIN #30805589

Apr 5, 2004

Sold

$740,000

$395/sq ft

Jan 27, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jan 21, 2004

Listed

$729,000

$389/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,026 (+14.4%)

$816,000 + $409,000

$1,225,000

2022

$12,264 (+16.9%)

$636,000 + $414,000

$1,050,000

2021

$10,493 (+1.6%)

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2020

$10,323

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2019

$10,332 (+6.4%)

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2018

$9,715 (+1.4%)

$608,000 + $205,000

$813,000

2017

$9,585 (+1.8%)

$608,000 + $205,000

$813,000

2016

$9,417 (+7.3%)

$598,000 + $198,000

$796,000

2015

$8,774 (+11.3%)

$568,000 + $191,000

$759,000

2014

$7,882 (+6.3%)

$445,000 + $238,000

$683,000

2013

$7,418 (+1.9%)

$417,000 + $217,000

$634,000

2012

$7,278 (+3.7%)

$417,000 + $217,000

$634,000

2011

$7,018 (+4.3%)

$389,000 + $225,000

$614,000

2010

$6,728 (+2.2%)

$417,000 + $225,000

$642,000

2009

$6,582

$495,000 + $200,000

$695,000

Tax history for 42 Shirley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,026 (+14.4%)

$816,000 + $409,000

$1,225,000

2022

$12,264 (+16.9%)

$636,000 + $414,000

$1,050,000

2021

$10,493 (+1.6%)

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2020

$10,323

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2019

$10,332 (+6.4%)

$636,000 + $257,000

$893,000

2018

$9,715 (+1.4%)

$608,000 + $205,000

$813,000

2017

$9,585 (+1.8%)

$608,000 + $205,000

$813,000

2016

$9,417 (+7.3%)

$598,000 + $198,000

$796,000

2015

$8,774 (+11.3%)

$568,000 + $191,000

$759,000

2014

$7,882 (+6.3%)

$445,000 + $238,000

$683,000

2013

$7,418 (+1.9%)

$417,000 + $217,000

$634,000

2012

$7,278 (+3.7%)

$417,000 + $217,000

$634,000

2011

$7,018 (+4.3%)

$389,000 + $225,000

$614,000

2010

$6,728 (+2.2%)

$417,000 + $225,000

$642,000

2009

$6,582

$495,000 + $200,000

$695,000

*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

13,938

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,874

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

264790

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Mar 28, 2021.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 228
Length: 12
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 299
Length: 13
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 345
Length: 15
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Slider, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,874
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,323
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Weston Road to Shirley Road
UnparsedAddress: 42 Shirley Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Park, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,874
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 264790
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Mar 28, 2021

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Lighting Fixtures In The Front And 2nd Floor Hallways
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

John D. Hardy Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

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

53% 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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Wellesley, MA • 02482

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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

$1.68M – $2.04M

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Home values near 42 Shirley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1496 Sq. Ft.	$1,296,567
37 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3334 Sq. Ft.	$2,283,720
44 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4537 Sq. Ft.	$2,536,747
48 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3036 Sq. Ft.	$2,106,656
33 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4216 Sq. Ft.	$2,779,714
18 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1550 Sq. Ft.	$1,095,305
32 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$1,226,443

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3099 Sq. Ft.	$2,555,020
38 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$2,046,536
30 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2506 Sq. Ft.	$1,906,185
28 Beechwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3575 Sq. Ft.	$2,039,104
27 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2024 Sq. Ft.	$1,441,871
22 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1445 Sq. Ft.	$1,218,343
42 Beechwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2794 Sq. Ft.	$1,577,727

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$1,998,127
40 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$1,581,861
45 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2306 Sq. Ft.	$1,602,101
32 Beechwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$1,561,235
14 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$2,253,426
26 Lexington Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$1,269,629
41 Beechwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1552 Sq. Ft.	$1,327,839

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