OFF MARKET

Off Market Mar 2022 for $1.5M

$1,803,947

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,378/mo

•

3,406

sq ft

53 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Welcome home! Over 3,000 sqft with 4/5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this beautiful colonial offers an exceptional blend of classic design, sophisticated living areas, and modern renovations. The first floor features an elegantly decorated living room flows seamlessly to a delightful family room. A completely renovated kitchen with all new appliances opens to a dining area. The second floor includes an expansive, sun-filled master suite replete with a private bathroom / walk-in closet, fireplace. Two other spacious bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. Another two good sized bedrooms on the third floor. Partially lower finished level for a gym or a media room – your choice. Lovely backyard plus a detached one car garage. Within the past four years, new roof, siding, double-pane insulated windows, and interior/exterior paint have been completed. The list goes on. Close proximity to all Wellesley has to offer!

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$530Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Better Home Team • Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Bought with Janet Qin Team • Quintess Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72944135

Redfin Estimate

$1,803,947

$294K since sold in March 2022$10K since July

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This home's estimate is 18.2% lower than the average sale price ($2.21M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$2,280,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,533 sq ft
21 Cunningham Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,880,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,332 sq ft
23 Thackeray Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$2,833,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,151 sq ft
15 Standish Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,830,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,670 sq ft
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$2,325,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,897 sq ft
28 Emerson 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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Sale history for 53 Bancroft Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,492 (+4.6%)

$754,000 + $337,000

$1,091,000

2022

$11,937 (+9.2%)

$760,000 + $262,000

$1,022,000

2021

$10,928 (+3.5%)

$668,000 + $262,000

$930,000

2020

$10,554 (+13.3%)

$668,000 + $245,000

$913,000

2019

$9,314 (−4.0%)

$574,000 + $231,000

$805,000

2018

$9,703 (+1.4%)

$577,000 + $235,000

$812,000

2017

$9,573 (+4.3%)

$577,000 + $235,000

$812,000

2015

$9,179 (+11.2%)

$567,000 + $227,000

$794,000

2014

$8,251 (+6.0%)

$402,000 + $313,000

$715,000

2013

$7,781 (+2.4%)

$376,000 + $289,000

$665,000

2012

$7,600 (+2.9%)

$376,000 + $286,000

$662,000

2011

$7,384 (+5.0%)

$351,000 + $295,000

$646,000

2010

$7,032 (+2.9%)

$376,000 + $295,000

$671,000

2009

$6,837

$469,000 + $253,000

$722,000

Tax history for 53 Bancroft Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,492 (+4.6%)

$754,000 + $337,000

$1,091,000

2022

$11,937 (+9.2%)

$760,000 + $262,000

$1,022,000

2021

$10,928 (+3.5%)

$668,000 + $262,000

$930,000

2020

$10,554 (+13.3%)

$668,000 + $245,000

$913,000

2019

$9,314 (−4.0%)

$574,000 + $231,000

$805,000

2018

$9,703 (+1.4%)

$577,000 + $235,000

$812,000

2017

$9,573 (+4.3%)

$577,000 + $235,000

$812,000

2015

$9,179 (+11.2%)

$567,000 + $227,000

$794,000

2014

$8,251 (+6.0%)

$402,000 + $313,000

$715,000

2013

$7,781 (+2.4%)

$376,000 + $289,000

$665,000

2012

$7,600 (+2.9%)

$376,000 + $286,000

$662,000

2011

$7,384 (+5.0%)

$351,000 + $295,000

$646,000

2010

$7,032 (+2.9%)

$376,000 + $295,000

$671,000

2009

$6,837

$469,000 + $253,000

$722,000

*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

0.38 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,972

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258274

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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 294
Length: 14
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa

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

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third

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

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

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

Living Room Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 12
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 532
Length: 14
Width: 38
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,406
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Approximate
Color: Light Gray

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,936
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington St to Heckle to Bancroft, or Carriage Lane to Bancroft
UnparsedAddress: 53 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,972
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258274

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Staging Excludes
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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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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

$1.71M – $2.08M

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Data from public records.

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