SOLD JUL 8, 2026

Sold on Jul 2026

$2,935,000

•

4,364

sq ft

49 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Magnificent Tudor set on an oversized lot in the coveted Poet’s Neighborhood. Thoughtfully reimagined and expanded, this home seamlessly blends timeless architectural detail with modern luxury. An impeccably designed kitchen serves as a true centerpiece featuring a handsome island, custom cabinetry, and an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. A sun-filled family room with walls of windows and French doors opens to a private patio. The main level also offers a formal dining room, elegant fireplaced living room, and a versatile sunroom/office. 2nd fl includes four bedrooms and two baths, highlighted by a stunning primary suite, plus convenient 2nd-floor laundry. The 3rd floor provides a private en-suite guest retreat. The finished lower level offers a playroom, gym, and ample storage. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard with mature plantings and lush gardens-—an exceptional home for every season! Convenient to all commuter routes, train, shops, restaurants....

Single-familyProperty Type

1931Year Built

0.63 acresLot Size

$673Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Sullivan • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Petrone-Hunter Realty Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

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•Source:MLS PIN #73498588

Redfin Estimate

$3,243,823

$309K since sold in July 2026$78K since July

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This home's estimate is 16.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.79M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$3,900,000
A
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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
B
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SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$2,833,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths4,151 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 10, 2026
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D
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4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,525,000
E
5 beds4 baths5,263 sq ft
191 Waban Ave, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,700,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths6,032 sq ft
47 Longfellow 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

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Est. $5,622 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 49 Whittier Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73498588

Jul 8, 2026

Sold

$2,935,000

$673/sq ft

May 9, 2026

Contingent

—

Apr 8, 2026

Listed

$3,195,000

$732/sq ft

MLS PIN #71496115

May 31, 2013

Sold

$1,700,000

$390/sq ft

Apr 2, 2013

Contingent

—

Mar 20, 2013

Listed

$1,749,000

$401/sq ft

+13

Poets Area! Distinctive, stately colonial magnificently sited on an exceptionally large level lot.Rear and side yards have tall soaring trees as a canopy for park-like lawns and flower beds.Totally private west facing rear yard.Oversized brick patio accessed from family room,den or main rear hall of the home.Exquisite character coupled with dramatic recent additions including oversized custom kitchen and adjacent family room with walls of glass.Freshly decorated.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,999 (+9.1%)

$1,414,000 + $944,000

$2,358,000

2022

$24,738 (+6.0%)

$1,223,000 + $895,000

$2,118,000

2021

$23,347 (+1.6%)

$1,092,000 + $895,000

$1,987,000

2020

$22,970 (+4.5%)

$1,092,000 + $895,000

$1,987,000

2019

$21,983 (+5.6%)

$1,005,000 + $895,000

$1,900,000

2018

$20,817 (−4.5%)

$775,000 + $967,000

$1,742,000

2017

$21,800 (+19.6%)

$775,000 + $1,074,000

$1,849,000

2015

$18,230 (+11.7%)

$762,000 + $815,000

$1,577,000

2014

$16,318 (+1.7%)

$630,000 + $784,000

$1,414,000

2013

$16,052 (+1.9%)

$591,000 + $781,000

$1,372,000

2012

$15,751 (+5.2%)

$591,000 + $781,000

$1,372,000

2011

$14,973 (+4.1%)

$529,000 + $781,000

$1,310,000

2010

$14,379 (+16.4%)

$591,000 + $781,000

$1,372,000

2009

$12,349

$679,000 + $625,000

$1,304,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

1981

Sq. Ft.

4,364

Year built

1931

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257910

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
Open Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,364
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: taupe

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 4364
Security Features: Security System
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $29,543.80
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Schofield
Middle Or Junior School: Wellesley
High School: Wellesley

Location Information
Directions: Walnut St to Whittier Rd
UnparsedAddress: 49 Whittier Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,364
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1931
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257910

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Drawer Modules In Primary Bedroom Closets, 3rd Floor Bathroom Mirror.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

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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, 14 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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Wellesley, MA • 02481

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

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Apr

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Jul

Aug

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

85/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.1 hrs

4.3 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$3.08M – $3.73M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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48 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3235 Sq. Ft.	$2,754,223

Address	Redfin Estimate
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64 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3321 Sq. Ft.	$2,596,506

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