OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2020 for $1.6M

$2,431,568

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,389/mo

•

3,800

sq ft

55 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Much admired 5 bedroom, 41/2 bath Colonial beautifully sited alongside Wellesley’s coveted Brook Path will steal your heart. Renovated to perfection with high ceilings and stunning millwork throughout, the 1st floor boasts a grand eat in chef’s kitchen with adjoining family room, entertainment sized living room with wood burning fireplace and room for grand piano or second seating area and dining room with French doors that open to oversized deck, private yard and the brook path beyond. Upstairs are three bedrooms including a master suite with custom closets and spa bath with radiant heated floors, laundry, full bath and study area. Two additional bedrooms and bath on the third floor. Fabulous finished basement with recreation room, full bath and real wine cellar. A walk to everything gem in the heart of Wellesley’s historic district.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$640Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Bought with Debora Brick • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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•Source:MLS PIN #72627531

Redfin Estimate

$2,431,568

$767K since sold in August 2020$64K since August

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This home's estimate is 3.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.34M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$2,040,000
A
5 beds3 baths2,465 sq ft
170 Benvenue St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$2,400,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,860 sq ft
70 Curve St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$2,450,000
C
6 beds3.5 baths3,642 sq ft
78 Denton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$2,400,000
D
5 beds2.5 baths3,176 sq ft
16 Denton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$1,700,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths2,802 sq ft
18 Benvenue St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$3,050,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths3,773 sq ft
24 Radcliffe Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.3%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

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$2,995,000
5 beds3.5 baths3,850 sq ft
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$2,395,000
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EARLY ACCESS
Unknown
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$1,499,000
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$1,195,000
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Sale history for 55 Cottage St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72627531

Aug 3, 2020

Sold

$1,665,000

$438/sq ft

Jun 14, 2020

Pending

—

Jun 10, 2020

Contingent

—

May 15, 2020

Price Changed

$1,695,000

$446/sq ft

May 15, 2020

Relisted

—

Apr 9, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Mar 4, 2020

Listed

$1,795,000

$472/sq ft

MLS PIN #30618075

Aug 29, 2002

Sold

$881,000

$232/sq ft

Jun 28, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Jun 18, 2002

Listed

$819,000

$216/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,705 (+7.6%)

$981,000 + $740,000

$1,721,000

2022

$18,314 (+13.8%)

$849,000 + $719,000

$1,568,000

2021

$16,098 (+15.2%)

$758,000 + $612,000

$1,370,000

2020

$13,976

$758,000 + $451,000

$1,209,000

2019

$13,988 (−5.4%)

$758,000 + $451,000

$1,209,000

2018

$14,782 (+1.4%)

$803,000 + $434,000

$1,237,000

2017

$14,584 (+1.7%)

$803,000 + $434,000

$1,237,000

2016

$14,338 (+7.7%)

$790,000 + $422,000

$1,212,000

2015

$13,317 (+5.1%)

$731,000 + $421,000

$1,152,000

2014

$12,671 (+0.7%)

$581,000 + $517,000

$1,098,000

2013

$12,578 (+1.9%)

$545,000 + $530,000

$1,075,000

2012

$12,341 (+12.5%)

$545,000 + $530,000

$1,075,000

2011

$10,973 (+15.8%)

$487,000 + $473,000

$960,000

2010

$9,474 (−1.0%)

$522,000 + $382,000

$904,000

2009

$9,565

$686,000 + $324,000

$1,010,000

Tax history for 55 Cottage St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,705 (+7.6%)

$981,000 + $740,000

$1,721,000

2022

$18,314 (+13.8%)

$849,000 + $719,000

$1,568,000

2021

$16,098 (+15.2%)

$758,000 + $612,000

$1,370,000

2020

$13,976

$758,000 + $451,000

$1,209,000

2019

$13,988 (−5.4%)

$758,000 + $451,000

$1,209,000

2018

$14,782 (+1.4%)

$803,000 + $434,000

$1,237,000

2017

$14,584 (+1.7%)

$803,000 + $434,000

$1,237,000

2016

$14,338 (+7.7%)

$790,000 + $422,000

$1,212,000

2015

$13,317 (+5.1%)

$731,000 + $421,000

$1,152,000

2014

$12,671 (+0.7%)

$581,000 + $517,000

$1,098,000

2013

$12,578 (+1.9%)

$545,000 + $530,000

$1,075,000

2012

$12,341 (+12.5%)

$545,000 + $530,000

$1,075,000

2011

$10,973 (+15.8%)

$487,000 + $473,000

$960,000

2010

$9,474 (−1.0%)

$522,000 + $382,000

$904,000

2009

$9,565

$686,000 + $324,000

$1,010,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,397

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

261391

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
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Double Vanity,Dressing Room

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Double Vanity

Living Room Information
Area: 312
Length: 26
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Family Room Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Area: 96
Length: 8
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors

Kitchen Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble
Interior Features: Bathroom, Play Room, Wine Cellar, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,800
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,976
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Dover or Grove to Cottage
UnparsedAddress: 55 Cottage St, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,397
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 261391

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Tv's
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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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Historical weather

Wellesley, MA • 02482

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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

$2.31M – $2.80M

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Home values near 55 Cottage St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
59 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,135,993
56 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2284 Sq. Ft.	$1,791,932

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1522 Sq. Ft.	$1,640,292
58 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2873 Sq. Ft.	$2,239,752

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2352 Sq. Ft.	$2,240,517
42 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1740 Sq. Ft.	$1,604,798

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