OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2017 for $1M

$1,707,997

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,068/mo

•

2,422

sq ft

5 Shaw Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

The charm, character and quality of construction of the 1930's welcomes you into this pleasingly updated Colonial located minutes to everything Wellesley has to offer. Inviting living room w/fireplace and built-ins adjacent to family room with loads of windows & afternoon sun. Kitchen w/granite island & counters, custom maple cabinets w/high end appliances opens to large dining room with 2 corner cabinets & door to patio overlooking level yard. Second floor has front and back stairs, 3 family bedrooms, hall bath plus master bedroom with bath and adjacent study or sitting room. Third floor offers a private, bead board paneled retreat with built-ins & is accessed thru a bedroom. Warm hardwood floors, tumbled marbled and porcelain tiled baths in soft colors. Lower level playroom with fireplace and lots of storage plus two car attached garage. A wonderful home in a most appealing location close to the Wellesley Hills train, the Fuller Brook Path, Rt. 9, shops, restaurants & cafes.

Single-familyProperty Type

1935Year Built

10,883 sq ftLot Size

$705Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jane Collinson • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Prudence B. Hay • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72153260

Redfin Estimate

$1,707,997

$633K since sold in August 2017$23K since July

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This home's estimate is 7.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.85M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$1,635,650
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,112 sq ft
15 Clifton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,953,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,627 sq ft
92 Woodlawn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,830,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,670 sq ft
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,130,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,431 sq ft
36 Kimlo Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,100,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,953 sq ft
2 Woodlawn Oval, 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

New listings for sale

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$3,695,000
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
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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
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5 beds5 baths6,006 sq ft
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EARLY ACCESS
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Redfin agents who toured

Located close to Rt 9 and T station. House has been updated and extended to increase the living space. Unique layout -- old front door facing Linden St. is now a side door. Upper level has choppy layout and walk up attic has low ceilings. Garages...
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 5 Shaw Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,645 (+0.9%)

$811,000 + $206,000

$1,017,000

2022

$11,540 (+2.5%)

$696,000 + $292,000

$988,000

2021

$11,257 (+1.7%)

$666,000 + $292,000

$958,000

2020

$11,074 (+3.3%)

$666,000 + $292,000

$958,000

2019

$10,725 (+2.7%)

$635,000 + $292,000

$927,000

2018

$10,444 (+1.4%)

$624,000 + $250,000

$874,000

2017

$10,304 (+7.6%)

$624,000 + $250,000

$874,000

2015

$9,572 (+4.7%)

$585,000 + $243,000

$828,000

2014

$9,140 (+7.2%)

$484,000 + $308,000

$792,000

2013

$8,529 (+1.9%)

$453,000 + $276,000

$729,000

2012

$8,369 (+3.3%)

$453,000 + $276,000

$729,000

2011

$8,104 (+4.6%)

$423,000 + $286,000

$709,000

2010

$7,745 (+5.4%)

$453,000 + $286,000

$739,000

2009

$7,349

$524,000 + $252,000

$776,000

Tax history for 5 Shaw Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,645 (+0.9%)

$811,000 + $206,000

$1,017,000

2022

$11,540 (+2.5%)

$696,000 + $292,000

$988,000

2021

$11,257 (+1.7%)

$666,000 + $292,000

$958,000

2020

$11,074 (+3.3%)

$666,000 + $292,000

$958,000

2019

$10,725 (+2.7%)

$635,000 + $292,000

$927,000

2018

$10,444 (+1.4%)

$624,000 + $250,000

$874,000

2017

$10,304 (+7.6%)

$624,000 + $250,000

$874,000

2015

$9,572 (+4.7%)

$585,000 + $243,000

$828,000

2014

$9,140 (+7.2%)

$484,000 + $308,000

$792,000

2013

$8,529 (+1.9%)

$453,000 + $276,000

$729,000

2012

$8,369 (+3.3%)

$453,000 + $276,000

$729,000

2011

$8,104 (+4.6%)

$423,000 + $286,000

$709,000

2010

$7,745 (+5.4%)

$453,000 + $286,000

$739,000

2009

$7,349

$524,000 + $252,000

$776,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

1980

Sq. Ft.

2,533

Year built

1935

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259982

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 240
Length: 12
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 108
Length: 9
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

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

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

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

Living Room Information
Area: 286
Length: 22
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 220
Length: 22
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 204
Length: 12
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Study, Office, Bonus Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,422
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,304
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Linden Street between Clifton & Kirkland.
UnparsedAddress: 5 Shaw Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,533
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259982

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dr Chandelier, Coffee Cup Wall Art In Kit., Curtain Rods & Drapes In Lr & Dr, Speakers In Basement.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

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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, 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

$1.62M – $1.97M

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Home values near 5 Shaw Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4100 Sq. Ft.	$2,787,483
16 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1952 Sq. Ft.	$1,639,830

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1925 Sq. Ft.	$1,686,763
19 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,492,007

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2026 Sq. Ft.	$1,567,568
15 Shaw Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,500,253

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