OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2023 for $856K

$1,083,643

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,715/mo

•

1,355

sq ft

51 Riverdale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

A covered front porch welcomes you into this warm & inviting Old Style Colonial located on a quiet street in popular Wellesley Farms. Imagine a single-family home within minutes to Wellesley/Newton Lower Falls restaurants, shops, Routes 16/9/128/95/MASS PIKE, train to Boston a mere .4 miles & the Charles River Path a stones throw away! This much-loved home has been in the same family for over 70 years & is waiting for its new owners. First floor offers living room, dining room w/built-in china cabinet, large kitchen w/side door to back yard & full bath. Three 2nd floor bedrooms plus an office/nursery & another full bath. Full, unfinished basement w/laundry, 1-car detached garage & nice yard for cookouts/play/gardening. Take a break & relax on your porch or grab your kayak/canoe to go for a nice paddle on the Charles River nearby. Downtown Boston/the Waterfront & Harbor/museums & Logan are @ a 30 minute drive. A commuters dream location plus the benefits of the Wellesley Schools!

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

5,239 sq ftLot Size

$800Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jane Collinson • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Bought with Kendall Green Luce Team • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73085558

Redfin Estimate

$1,083,643

$228K since sold in April 2023$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 22.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,415,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,127 sq ft
16 Intervale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 2, 2026
$1,770,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,172 sq ft
277 Dorset Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$1,505,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,496 sq ft
7 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,337,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
8 Damien 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 NOV 21, 2025
$1,210,000
F
2 beds2 baths2,168 sq ft
5 Intervale Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated October 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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20 MoM

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$3,395,000
5 beds4.5 baths4,834 sq ft
32 Wall St, Wellesley, MA 02481
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$2,150,000
5 beds4.5 baths3,700 sq ft
19 Bluebird Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 51 Riverdale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,645 (+7.0%)

$700,000 + $55,000

$755,000

2022

$8,083 (+12.0%)

$601,000 + $91,000

$692,000

2021

$7,215 (+1.6%)

$523,000 + $91,000

$614,000

2020

$7,098 (−7.2%)

$523,000 + $91,000

$614,000

2019

$7,648 (+12.7%)

$523,000 + $138,000

$661,000

2018

$6,788 (+1.4%)

$486,000 + $82,000

$568,000

2017

$6,697 (+7.7%)

$486,000 + $82,000

$568,000

2015

$6,219 (+9.8%)

$448,000 + $90,000

$538,000

2014

$5,666 (+11.3%)

$371,000 + $120,000

$491,000

2013

$5,090 (+1.9%)

$347,000 + $88,000

$435,000

2012

$4,994 (+1.6%)

$347,000 + $88,000

$435,000

2011

$4,915 (+3.3%)

$341,000 + $89,000

$430,000

2010

$4,758 (+7.1%)

$365,000 + $89,000

$454,000

2009

$4,441

$386,000 + $83,000

$469,000

Tax history for 51 Riverdale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,645 (+7.0%)

$700,000 + $55,000

$755,000

2022

$8,083 (+12.0%)

$601,000 + $91,000

$692,000

2021

$7,215 (+1.6%)

$523,000 + $91,000

$614,000

2020

$7,098 (−7.2%)

$523,000 + $91,000

$614,000

2019

$7,648 (+12.7%)

$523,000 + $138,000

$661,000

2018

$6,788 (+1.4%)

$486,000 + $82,000

$568,000

2017

$6,697 (+7.7%)

$486,000 + $82,000

$568,000

2015

$6,219 (+9.8%)

$448,000 + $90,000

$538,000

2014

$5,666 (+11.3%)

$371,000 + $120,000

$491,000

2013

$5,090 (+1.9%)

$347,000 + $88,000

$435,000

2012

$4,994 (+1.6%)

$347,000 + $88,000

$435,000

2011

$4,915 (+3.3%)

$341,000 + $89,000

$430,000

2010

$4,758 (+7.1%)

$365,000 + $89,000

$454,000

2009

$4,441

$386,000 + $83,000

$469,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,355

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

258386

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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,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: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Kitchen Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate

Office Room Information
Area: 80
Length: 10
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,355
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,645
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Steam, Space Heater, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Glen Road in Wellesley Farms.
UnparsedAddress: 51 Riverdale Road, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,355
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 258386

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Portable Dishwasher Included, Refrigerator Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

5/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 29-39% 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

52% 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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Historical weather

Wellesley, MA • 02481

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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

$1.03M – $1.25M

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Home values near 51 Riverdale Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2656 Sq. Ft.	$1,693,180
48 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1902 Sq. Ft.	$1,506,032
53 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	—
45 River Glen Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2065 Sq. Ft.	$1,652,300
15 Boulevard Road, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1282 Sq. Ft.	$954,579
8 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$1,251,345
16 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2127 Sq. Ft.	$1,676,043

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1750 Sq. Ft.	$1,449,434
50 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,270,020
39 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1790 Sq. Ft.	$1,601,960
21 Boulevard Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1958 Sq. Ft.	$1,236,352
2 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1996 Sq. Ft.	$1,314,222
10 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1461 Sq. Ft.	$1,076,831
13 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$1,054,364

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2338 Sq. Ft.	$1,532,685
54 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 753 Sq. Ft.	$1,461,367
52 Riverdale Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2636 Sq. Ft.	$1,725,022
19 Boulevard Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	$2,501,549
6 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$1,882,910
14 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1599 Sq. Ft.	$1,389,463
11 Intervale Road, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1177 Sq. Ft.	$1,023,411

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