OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2020 for $4.5M

$5,601,133

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,339/mo

•

7,000

sq ft

43 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

A masterpiece of design sited on .8 acres of rolling lawns in one of the finest neighborhoods in the Boston suburbs. 13 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 3 half baths of perfection designed by renowned architect and one of Boston's most celebrated decorators. Stunning front to back foyer, eat in chef’s kitchen that opens to family room and connects through french doors to bluestone patios and private grounds complete with sport court. Coffered ceilings and fireplaces adorn the sumptuous, living room, dining room, informal den and office on the first floor. The second floor hall with vaulted skylights is flanked by 5 generous en suite bedrooms including a luxurious master with custom his and hers closets, spa bath with soaking tub and radiant heated floors. Lower level with recreation/media room, big gym, full bath, wine cellar and wet bar. Featured in the April 2017 issue of Traditional Home and renovated throughout by the current owner.

Single-familyProperty Type

1996Year Built

0.79 acresLot Size

$800Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Bought with Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72668836

Redfin Estimate

$5,601,133

$1.1M since sold in December 2020$46K since August

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This home's estimate is 19.1% higher than the average sale price ($4.70M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$4,400,000
A
6 beds3.5 baths7,404 sq ft
10 Lanark Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$4,620,000
B
6 beds6.5 baths7,606 sq ft
8 Glen Brook Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$4,000,000
C
6 beds6.5 baths6,975 sq ft
8 Valley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$5,200,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths7,345 sq ft
48 Scotch Pine Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$4,750,000
E
5 beds7 baths7,720 sq ft
3 Ravine Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$5,250,000
F
5 beds6 baths5,230 sq ft
14 Bristol Rd, 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

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76 McLean St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$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
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Sale history for 43 Highgate

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72668836

Dec 4, 2020

Sold

$4,500,000

$643/sq ft

Jul 20, 2020

Price Changed

$4,875,000

$696/sq ft

Jul 6, 2020

Relisted

—

Jul 3, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 27, 2020

Price Changed

$5,095,000

$728/sq ft

Jun 6, 2020

Listed

$5,395,000

$771/sq ft

MLS PIN #71614686

Jun 30, 2014

Sold

$3,580,000

$511/sq ft

Feb 3, 2014

Relisted

—

Feb 3, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jan 14, 2014

Contingent

—

Jan 10, 2014

Relisted

—

Dec 16, 2013

Contingent

—

Dec 8, 2013

Listed

$3,900,000

$557/sq ft

+21

Traditional 13 Room; 5 Bed 4.3 Bath home in the prestigious Wellesley farms area designed by the well known architect; Jan Gleystein. This lovely home is sited on a sun filled corner lot of .79 acres. An exquisite entryway foyer w/ cathedral ceilings & beautiful alabaster lighting decor enters in to the formal rooms; Living & Dining areas offering beautiful marble fireplaces. The family area is off of the kitchen also featuring high ceilings and a Quartersawn Oak Fireplace. Gourmet kitchen includes a granite island, 3 working stations, thermador cook top, stainless steel appliances, 2 dishwashers, 2 sub-zero refrigerators, a butlers station & extra walk-in pantry. Many extras include upstairs walk in hallway cedar closet, a finished LL family space with kitchen area, 1/2 bath, oversized exercise room/heated yoga room & a fabulous wine cellar with custom built in shelving! Backyard includes a custom built tree house & 3-car att garage.

MLS PIN #50314428

Jan 31, 1996

Sold

$825,000

$118/sq ft

Jan 27, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Jan 27, 1996

Listed

$950,000

$136/sq ft

MLS PIN #50283535

Oct 2, 1995

Sold

$1,000,000

$143/sq ft

Jul 21, 1995

Listing Removed

—

May 6, 1995

Listed

$1,250,000

$179/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$54,651 (+3.1%)

$1,313,000 + $3,460,000

$4,773,000

2022

$53,004 (−0.4%)

$1,176,000 + $3,362,000

$4,538,000

2021

$53,228 (+20.0%)

$1,127,000 + $3,403,000

$4,530,000

2020

$44,367

$1,127,000 + $2,711,000

$3,838,000

2019

$44,406 (−1.4%)

$1,127,000 + $2,711,000

$3,838,000

2018

$45,052 (+1.3%)

$923,000 + $2,847,000

$3,770,000

2017

$44,472 (+13.3%)

$924,000 + $2,848,000

$3,772,000

2015

$39,258 (+21.6%)

$907,000 + $2,489,000

$3,396,000

2014

$32,289 (+1.2%)

$804,000 + $1,994,000

$2,798,000

2013

$31,918 (+1.9%)

$755,000 + $1,973,000

$2,728,000

2012

$31,317 (+3.7%)

$755,000 + $1,973,000

$2,728,000

2011

$30,209 (+7.0%)

$704,000 + $1,939,000

$2,643,000

2010

$28,233 (+12.5%)

$755,000 + $1,939,000

$2,694,000

2009

$25,096

$1,029,000 + $1,621,000

$2,650,000

Tax history for 43 Highgate

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$54,651 (+3.1%)

$1,313,000 + $3,460,000

$4,773,000

2022

$53,004 (−0.4%)

$1,176,000 + $3,362,000

$4,538,000

2021

$53,228 (+20.0%)

$1,127,000 + $3,403,000

$4,530,000

2020

$44,367

$1,127,000 + $2,711,000

$3,838,000

2019

$44,406 (−1.4%)

$1,127,000 + $2,711,000

$3,838,000

2018

$45,052 (+1.3%)

$923,000 + $2,847,000

$3,770,000

2017

$44,472 (+13.3%)

$924,000 + $2,848,000

$3,772,000

2015

$39,258 (+21.6%)

$907,000 + $2,489,000

$3,396,000

2014

$32,289 (+1.2%)

$804,000 + $1,994,000

$2,798,000

2013

$31,918 (+1.9%)

$755,000 + $1,973,000

$2,728,000

2012

$31,317 (+3.7%)

$755,000 + $1,973,000

$2,728,000

2011

$30,209 (+7.0%)

$704,000 + $1,939,000

$2,643,000

2010

$28,233 (+12.5%)

$755,000 + $1,939,000

$2,694,000

2009

$25,096

$1,029,000 + $1,621,000

$2,650,000

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.79 Acres

Year renovated

2014

Sq. Ft.

5,810

Year built

1996

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259753

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: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Pocket Door

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 391
Length: 17
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Dining Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 224
Length: 14
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Storage,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Fireplace,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bathroom - Full, Wet Bar, Home Office, Sitting Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Wine Cellar, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,000
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: grey blue

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.79
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $44,367
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Carisbrooke Rd to Valley Rd to Highgate Rd
UnparsedAddress: 43 Highgate, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2014
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259753

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Broker
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% 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 • 02481

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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

$5.32M – $6.44M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 7 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	$5,269,291
33 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3344 Sq. Ft.	$4,248,213

Address	Redfin Estimate
38 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 9338 Sq. Ft.	$8,740,659
39 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 9282 Sq. Ft.	$7,949,060

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3145 Sq. Ft.	$3,126,845
41 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4804 Sq. Ft.	$3,866,051

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