OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2014 for $1M

$1,790,681

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,884/mo

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1,794

sq ft

47 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Classic New England Cape located in the Historic District / Dana Hall section of Wellesley just steps from the Brook Path. A short stroll takes you to the town center, train to Boston, library, restaurants, the lake and campus. It is situated on a superbly landscaped lot featuring a brick walkway, flower beds and a beautiful patio in the back. The lower level of the home features a large family room with a fireplace and built-in book shelves; a home office; and a utility room with excellent storage and workspace. The main level has a sunny living room with hardwood floors and fireplace. The kitchen, which features granite countertops, opens to the living room and the sun room which has ample room for dining. This floor plan is ideal for entertaining. Also on the main level is the master suite which consists of the bedroom, sitting room and a newly renovated bathroom. The upper level has two large bedrooms and a bathroom. Recently painted, furnace replaced and Pella windows installed!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$998Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by O'Connor & Highland • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Bought with O'Connor & Highland • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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•Source:MLS PIN #71652973

Redfin Estimate

$1,790,681

$772K since sold in July 2014$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 18.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$1,511,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
81 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$1,485,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,835 sq ft
20 Hill Top Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,925,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
58 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD DEC 1, 2025
$1,525,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,522 sq ft
57 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$1,080,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths1,514 sq ft
7 Schaller St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,560,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,786 sq ft
69 Donizetti St, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.3%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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14 MoM

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$1,595,000
6 beds3.5 baths4,032 sq ft
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$1,395,000
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Sale history for 47 Cottage St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71652973

Jul 9, 2014

Sold

$1,019,000

$568/sq ft

Apr 9, 2014

Contingent

—

Apr 1, 2014

Listed

$999,000

$557/sq ft

MLS PIN #71241254

Oct 12, 2011

Sold

$860,000

$479/sq ft

Sep 3, 2011

Contingent

—

Sep 3, 2011

Relisted

—

Sep 3, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Aug 26, 2011

Contingent

—

Jul 13, 2011

Price Changed

$899,000

$501/sq ft

Jun 1, 2011

Listed

$935,000

$521/sq ft

Classic New England Cape steps from the Brook Path in Dana Hall/Historic District. Granite chef’s kitchen opens to a fabulous solarium. Rare first floor master with cozy sitting room; two bedrooms and bath on second level. Lower level office and family room with fireplace. Brick walkway through overflowing flower gardens. Glorious private backyard replete with patio that overlooks superbly landscaped grounds. A short stroll to town, train, library, restaurants, lake, and campus.

MLS PIN #30443799

Nov 14, 2000

Sold

$682,000

$380/sq ft

Sep 12, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Sep 9, 2000

Listed

$649,000

$362/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 1, 1988

Sold

$270,000

$151/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 1, 1985

Sold

$257,900

$144/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,748 (+7.3%)

$1,002,000 + $286,000

$1,288,000

2022

$13,747 (+7.9%)

$867,000 + $310,000

$1,177,000

2021

$12,737 (+1.6%)

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2020

$12,531

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2019

$12,542 (−0.4%)

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2018

$12,595 (+1.3%)

$810,000 + $244,000

$1,054,000

2017

$12,438 (+3.3%)

$811,000 + $244,000

$1,055,000

2016

$12,043 (+8.3%)

$797,000 + $221,000

$1,018,000

2015

$11,121 (+15.1%)

$738,000 + $224,000

$962,000

2014

$9,659 (+1.9%)

$586,000 + $251,000

$837,000

2013

$9,477 (+1.9%)

$550,000 + $260,000

$810,000

2012

$9,299 (+16.6%)

$550,000 + $260,000

$810,000

2011

$7,978 (+3.9%)

$492,000 + $206,000

$698,000

2010

$7,682 (−6.2%)

$527,000 + $206,000

$733,000

2009

$8,192

$692,000 + $173,000

$865,000

Tax history for 47 Cottage St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,748 (+7.3%)

$1,002,000 + $286,000

$1,288,000

2022

$13,747 (+7.9%)

$867,000 + $310,000

$1,177,000

2021

$12,737 (+1.6%)

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2020

$12,531

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2019

$12,542 (−0.4%)

$774,000 + $310,000

$1,084,000

2018

$12,595 (+1.3%)

$810,000 + $244,000

$1,054,000

2017

$12,438 (+3.3%)

$811,000 + $244,000

$1,055,000

2016

$12,043 (+8.3%)

$797,000 + $221,000

$1,018,000

2015

$11,121 (+15.1%)

$738,000 + $224,000

$962,000

2014

$9,659 (+1.9%)

$586,000 + $251,000

$837,000

2013

$9,477 (+1.9%)

$550,000 + $260,000

$810,000

2012

$9,299 (+16.6%)

$550,000 + $260,000

$810,000

2011

$7,978 (+3.9%)

$492,000 + $206,000

$698,000

2010

$7,682 (−6.2%)

$527,000 + $206,000

$733,000

2009

$8,192

$692,000 + $173,000

$865,000

*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

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,794

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

262222

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 324
Length: 27
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Chair Rail,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 231
Length: 21
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Office Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Closet - Walk-in,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Chair Rail,Wainscoting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Skylight, Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Home Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,794
Foundation Area: 1,025
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Salmon

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,659
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Grove Street or Washington Street to Cottage Street.
UnparsedAddress: 47 Cottage St, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,794
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262222

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Curtains In Child's Room
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 70-78% chance 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

$1.70M – $2.06M

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Home values near 47 Cottage St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1522 Sq. Ft.	$1,636,500
32 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$1,818,509

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2352 Sq. Ft.	$2,183,575
34 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4140 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2284 Sq. Ft.	$1,815,723
38 Cottage Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1571 Sq. Ft.	$1,247,897

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