Off Market Dec 2020 for $2.8M

$3,840,995

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $15,066/mo

•

5,628

sq ft

55 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Exquisite brick colonial offers extraordinary curb appeal and more! Beautifully renovated to the highest quality and sited on a private oasis of lush, manicured grounds, this sun-splashed 4-5 bedroom residence offers a seamless blend of sophisticated entertaining and work from home spaces, smart home features, and chic, casual comfort. High ceilings, sparkling hardwood floors, and fine millwork greet you upon entering the gracious foyer opening to fireplaced living room with french doors leading to a study and an office. Entertainment sized dining room leads to butler's pantry, sunroom, and open kitchen/family room with gas fireplace opening to a stunning slate patio with stone wall and gardens. Second floor offers luxurious master suite with walk-in closet and newly renovated bath, two additional bedrooms, laundry and bath. Third floor includes a two room suite with fireplace and full bath. Walk-out lower level great room with coffered ceilings, wine room and spacious mudroom.Turnkey!

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

0.62 acresLot Size

$682Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Wilson Group • Compass

Bought with MB Associates • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

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•Source:MLS PIN #72744184

Redfin Estimate

$3,840,995

$942K since sold in December 2020$99K since July

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This home's estimate is 16.2% higher than the average sale price ($3.31M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$3,900,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths5,074 sq ft
33 Hundreds Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,690,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,761 sq ft
21 Elm St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,200,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths4,010 sq ft
101 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$3,115,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths4,294 sq ft
26 Edmunds Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$4,400,000
F
6 beds3.5 baths7,404 sq ft
10 Lanark 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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25 MoM

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Sale history for 55 Cliff Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72744184

Dec 15, 2020

Sold

$2,899,000

$515/sq ft

Oct 18, 2020

Contingent

—

Oct 16, 2020

Listed

$2,899,000

$515/sq ft

MLS PIN #70898739

Aug 14, 2009

Sold

$2,380,000

$423/sq ft

Jul 24, 2009

Contingent

—

Apr 6, 2009

Listed

$2,595,000

$461/sq ft

Stately 1930's Brick Colonial in Prime Cliff Estates.Exquisite blend of authentic character and luxurious appointments,formal entry foyer w/leaded glass windows,9ft ceilings,decorative archways,beautiful hardwood flooring, cornice molding.Elegant formal LR and DR w/Butler's Pantry; French doors lead to a library and a den,handsome FR off gorgeous gourmetkitchen w/sunfilled breakfast rm, 3rd fl suite w/fireplace. Meticulously landscaped grounds,convenient to Hills train & shops.Timeless elegance

Public Records

Apr 7, 2000

Sold

$2,177,000

$387/sq ft

MLS PIN #50374186

Sep 8, 1997

Sold

$975,000

$173/sq ft

May 29, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Apr 24, 1997

Listed

$1,095,000

$195/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$30,377 (+1.8%)

$1,101,000 + $1,552,000

$2,653,000

2022

$29,842 (+3.8%)

$986,000 + $1,569,000

$2,555,000

2021

$28,752 (+1.6%)

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2020

$28,287

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2019

$28,312 (−4.1%)

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2018

$29,517 (+1.4%)

$858,000 + $1,612,000

$2,470,000

2017

$29,121 (+13.1%)

$858,000 + $1,612,000

$2,470,000

2015

$25,744

$844,000 + $1,383,000

$2,227,000

2014

$25,769 (−8.0%)

$748,000 + $1,485,000

$2,233,000

2013

$27,998 (+1.9%)

$701,000 + $1,692,000

$2,393,000

2012

$27,472 (+9.4%)

$701,000 + $1,692,000

$2,393,000

2011

$25,112 (+9.7%)

$654,000 + $1,543,000

$2,197,000

2010

$22,899 (+2.3%)

$701,000 + $1,484,000

$2,185,000

2009

$22,387

$956,000 + $1,408,000

$2,364,000

Tax history for 55 Cliff Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$30,377 (+1.8%)

$1,101,000 + $1,552,000

$2,653,000

2022

$29,842 (+3.8%)

$986,000 + $1,569,000

$2,555,000

2021

$28,752 (+1.6%)

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2020

$28,287

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2019

$28,312 (−4.1%)

$945,000 + $1,502,000

$2,447,000

2018

$29,517 (+1.4%)

$858,000 + $1,612,000

$2,470,000

2017

$29,121 (+13.1%)

$858,000 + $1,612,000

$2,470,000

2015

$25,744

$844,000 + $1,383,000

$2,227,000

2014

$25,769 (−8.0%)

$748,000 + $1,485,000

$2,233,000

2013

$27,998 (+1.9%)

$701,000 + $1,692,000

$2,393,000

2012

$27,472 (+9.4%)

$701,000 + $1,692,000

$2,393,000

2011

$25,112 (+9.7%)

$654,000 + $1,543,000

$2,197,000

2010

$22,899 (+2.3%)

$701,000 + $1,484,000

$2,185,000

2009

$22,387

$956,000 + $1,408,000

$2,364,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.62 Acres

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

4,526

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259822

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Sun Room, Home Office, Study, Great Room, Wine Cellar, Mud Room, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,628
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.62
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $28,287
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington to Cliff
UnparsedAddress: 55 Cliff Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,526
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259822

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Brass Chandelier, Refrigerator In Basement
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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

59% 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

$3.65M – $4.42M

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Data from public records.

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71 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3629 Sq. Ft.	$2,597,556

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2824 Sq. Ft.	$2,081,728
59 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4717 Sq. Ft.	$3,226,180

Address	Redfin Estimate
58 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3331 Sq. Ft.	$2,579,058
49 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2337 Sq. Ft.	$1,792,783

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