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Off market may 2024 for $2.4M

$2,663,098

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,967/mo

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3,565

sq ft

5 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Stunning, custom-built Stone and Shingle Craftsman style colonial tucked away on side street conveniently located in desirable Wellesley Hills neighborhood. This home exudes the highest quality of construction and offers elegant yet comfortable living with high ceilings, warm wood paneling, and light filled rooms. Inviting living room with tray ceiling, fireplace & window seats open to entertainment sized dining room. Gourmet kitchen w/island, walk-in pantry & built-in desk area flows into family room w/built-ins & access to blue stone patio. Large laundry room leads to heated 2-car garage. The beautifully turned staircase to the 2nd floor leads to an open study area w/bookcases. Two room primary suite offers a walk-in closet, many custom built-ins, spacious bath plus bonus room for office/exercise and abundance of storage. Additional 2 large bedrooms w/en suite baths. In-town location close to Fuller Brook Path, train to Boston, restaurants & major routes. A one-of-a-kind offering.

Single-familyProperty Type

2002Year Built

0.35 acresLot Size

$747Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jane Collinson • Advisors Living - Wellesley

Bought with Brian Fitzpatrick • Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham

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•Source:MLS PIN #73210342

Redfin Estimate

$2,663,098

$168K since sold in May 2024$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 9% higher than the average sale price ($2.44M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$2,108,000
A
4 beds4 baths3,136 sq ft
8 Wilson St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$2,600,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,016 sq ft
345 Linden St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,406 sq ft
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$2,625,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,433 sq ft
15 Alden Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.7%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$87K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 5 Caroline St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,679 (+14.7%)

$1,238,000 + $568,000

$1,806,000

2022

$18,034 (−0.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2021

$18,142 (+1.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2020

$17,849 (+3.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2019

$17,228 (+11.1%)

$981,000 + $508,000

$1,489,000

2018

$15,511 (+1.4%)

$740,000 + $558,000

$1,298,000

2017

$15,303 (+6.5%)

$740,000 + $558,000

$1,298,000

2015

$14,369 (−3.8%)

$696,000 + $547,000

$1,243,000

2014

$14,933

$629,000 + $665,000

$1,294,000

2013

$14,941 (+1.9%)

$589,000 + $688,000

$1,277,000

2012

$14,660 (+11.8%)

$589,000 + $688,000

$1,277,000

2011

$13,110 (+5.9%)

$481,000 + $666,000

$1,147,000

2010

$12,377 (+11.6%)

$515,000 + $666,000

$1,181,000

2009

$11,089

$589,000 + $582,000

$1,171,000

Tax history for 5 Caroline St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,679 (+14.7%)

$1,238,000 + $568,000

$1,806,000

2022

$18,034 (−0.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2021

$18,142 (+1.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2020

$17,849 (+3.6%)

$1,023,000 + $521,000

$1,544,000

2019

$17,228 (+11.1%)

$981,000 + $508,000

$1,489,000

2018

$15,511 (+1.4%)

$740,000 + $558,000

$1,298,000

2017

$15,303 (+6.5%)

$740,000 + $558,000

$1,298,000

2015

$14,369 (−3.8%)

$696,000 + $547,000

$1,243,000

2014

$14,933

$629,000 + $665,000

$1,294,000

2013

$14,941 (+1.9%)

$589,000 + $688,000

$1,277,000

2012

$14,660 (+11.8%)

$589,000 + $688,000

$1,277,000

2011

$13,110 (+5.9%)

$481,000 + $666,000

$1,147,000

2010

$12,377 (+11.6%)

$515,000 + $666,000

$1,181,000

2009

$11,089

$589,000 + $582,000

$1,171,000

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.6 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,565

Year built

2002

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259458

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 304
Length: 16
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 304
Length: 19
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Tray Ceiling(s),Window Seat

Family Room Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 342
Length: 18
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Garage Access, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X9
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Sink, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office, Bathroom, Study

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,565
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Taupe/brwn
Lead Paint: None

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Private Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,707
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Abbott Road.
UnparsedAddress: 5 Caroline Street, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,565
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259458

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Kitchen And Dining Room Light Fixtures.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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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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

$2.53M – $3.06M

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Home values near 5 Caroline St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2230 Sq. Ft.	$2,166,146
3 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3188 Sq. Ft.	$1,677,643

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3539 Sq. Ft.	$3,024,144
14 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1732 Sq. Ft.	$1,514,350

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Caroline St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2563 Sq. Ft.	$2,570,530
30 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 3094 Sq. Ft.	$2,113,412

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