OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2019 for $2.6M

$3,534,449

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,137/mo

•

5,197

sq ft

48 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Picture perfect Colonial in the highly coveted Country Club neighborhood. Designed by a local renowned architect, this home has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded to meet the highest of today's standards. A warm and welcoming foyer leads into a spacious living room with fireplace. Elegant dining room with oversized windows and pocket doors. Large custom kitchen with center island, walk-in pantry and separate sunny breakfast area. Large family room with coffered ceilings, fireplace and French doors lead to a stone patio and outdoor fireplace which is surrounded by the beautifully landscaped grounds. The serene master suite features a fireplace, walk-in closet and marble bath with soaking tub. Bonus room over the garage with separate staircase perfect for gym or home office. Close to town, train and shops. A truly special home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1895Year Built

0.37 acresLot Size

$680Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Melissa Dailey • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72480011

Redfin Estimate

$3,534,449

$922K since sold in July 2019$40K since July

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This home's estimate is 17.9% higher than the average sale price ($3.00M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$4,400,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths4,628 sq ft
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$3,122,500
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,895 sq ft
29 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,700,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths6,032 sq ft
47 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
21 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$2,450,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,369 sq ft
40 Chestnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 3, 2025
$2,625,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,720 sq ft
10 Allen Rd, 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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$3,695,000
6 beds5 baths6,990 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,475,000
3 beds2 baths2,496 sq ft
7 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
EARLY ACCESS
$2,049,000
3 beds3 baths4,366 sq ft
53 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,950,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,595 sq ft
53 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
EARLY ACCESS
$7,495,000
6 beds8 baths7,900 sq ft
38 Woodcliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,050,000
5 beds5 baths6,006 sq ft
23 Wareland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
EARLY ACCESS
$1,275,000
3 beds3 baths1,848 sq ft
22 Cedar St, Wellesley, MA 02482
$2,095,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,330 sq ft
42 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 48 Abbott Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72480011

Jul 25, 2019

Sold

$2,612,500

$503/sq ft

May 6, 2019

Pending

—

Apr 10, 2019

Listed

$2,795,000

$538/sq ft

MLS PIN #71688569

Nov 18, 2014

Sold

$2,560,000

$493/sq ft

Jul 10, 2014

Contingent

—

May 28, 2014

Listed

$2,650,000

$510/sq ft

+20

Beautifully appointed Colonial in Wellesley's desirable Country Club neighborhood has been impeccably renovated with stunning design elements offering classically proportioned rooms and stylish formal and informal living spaces. An elegant foyer welcomes you into this timeless home featuring a sophisticated living room with fireplace and hardwood floors which opens to designer dining room with pocket doors. Gourmet Chef's kitchen, featured on The Wellesley Kitchen Tour 2013, includes center island and walk-in pantry and leads to generous fireplaced family room with coffered ceiling. Walk out to stone patio with outdoor fireplace surrounded by lush landscaped grounds. Tranquil Master Suite offers walk-in closet, fireplace and marble bath with soaking tub. Third floor includes playroom, fifth bedroom and bath. Recently renovated bonus room/ exercise room completes this very special property. Featured in New England Home Magazine 2014. Close to town, train and shops.

MLS PIN #70832071

Nov 16, 2009

Sold

$2,400,000

$462/sq ft

Oct 16, 2009

Contingent

—

Oct 12, 2009

Price Changed

$2,595,000

$499/sq ft

Feb 13, 2009

Price Changed

$2,799,000

$539/sq ft

Oct 8, 2008

Listed

$2,899,000

$558/sq ft

Exquisite Colonial/Victorian in the heart of The Country Club area. Fabulous new cook's kitchen with mahogany island and honed counter tops open to sun-lit family room and breakfast room. Five bedrooms including gracious master suite with fireplace, vaulted ceilings and marble bath. 3rd floor Au-pair/guest suite with sitting room and marble bath. 2008 renovations include 2-car attached garage, roof, wood siding, Marvin double hung windows, Buderus furnace & more. Must see!

MLS PIN #30500709

Aug 15, 2001

Sold

$1,390,000

$267/sq ft

May 18, 2001

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2001

Listed

$1,425,000

$274/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 17, 1992

Sold

$440,000

$85/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 30, 1989

Sold

$468,000

$90/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$32,976 (+1.6%)

$1,078,000 + $1,802,000

$2,880,000

2022

$32,470 (+4.5%)

$966,000 + $1,814,000

$2,780,000

2021

$31,067 (+29.5%)

$899,000 + $1,745,000

$2,644,000

2020

$23,987 (−1.7%)

$899,000 + $1,176,000

$2,075,000

2019

$24,390 (−3.8%)

$932,000 + $1,176,000

$2,108,000

2018

$25,358 (+1.4%)

$862,000 + $1,260,000

$2,122,000

2017

$25,018 (+0.8%)

$862,000 + $1,260,000

$2,122,000

2015

$24,831 (−2.4%)

$847,000 + $1,301,000

$2,148,000

2014

$25,434 (−3.2%)

$751,000 + $1,453,000

$2,204,000

2013

$26,267 (+1.9%)

$704,000 + $1,541,000

$2,245,000

2012

$25,773 (+1.0%)

$704,000 + $1,541,000

$2,245,000

2011

$25,523 (+6.8%)

$657,000 + $1,576,000

$2,233,000

2010

$23,894 (+12.4%)

$704,000 + $1,576,000

$2,280,000

2009

$21,251

$876,000 + $1,368,000

$2,244,000

Tax history for 48 Abbott Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$32,976 (+1.6%)

$1,078,000 + $1,802,000

$2,880,000

2022

$32,470 (+4.5%)

$966,000 + $1,814,000

$2,780,000

2021

$31,067 (+29.5%)

$899,000 + $1,745,000

$2,644,000

2020

$23,987 (−1.7%)

$899,000 + $1,176,000

$2,075,000

2019

$24,390 (−3.8%)

$932,000 + $1,176,000

$2,108,000

2018

$25,358 (+1.4%)

$862,000 + $1,260,000

$2,122,000

2017

$25,018 (+0.8%)

$862,000 + $1,260,000

$2,122,000

2015

$24,831 (−2.4%)

$847,000 + $1,301,000

$2,148,000

2014

$25,434 (−3.2%)

$751,000 + $1,453,000

$2,204,000

2013

$26,267 (+1.9%)

$704,000 + $1,541,000

$2,245,000

2012

$25,773 (+1.0%)

$704,000 + $1,541,000

$2,245,000

2011

$25,523 (+6.8%)

$657,000 + $1,576,000

$2,233,000

2010

$23,894 (+12.4%)

$704,000 + $1,576,000

$2,280,000

2009

$21,251

$876,000 + $1,368,000

$2,244,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.37 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,197

Year built

1895

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259006

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: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 306
Length: 17
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Marble

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 380
Length: 20
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Office, Mud Room, Bonus Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,197
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Light blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,389.56
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Abbott or Forest to Abbott
UnparsedAddress: 48 Abbott Road, 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: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,197
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259006

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

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Places
Transit

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

$3.36M – $4.07M

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Home values near 48 Abbott Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
43 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4283 Sq. Ft.	$3,030,519
44 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4098 Sq. Ft.	$2,193,128

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3809 Sq. Ft.	$2,464,483
60 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 9260 Sq. Ft.	$5,605,931

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 3094 Sq. Ft.	$2,017,911
68 Abbott Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3697 Sq. Ft.	$2,627,653

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