OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2021 for $2.1M

$2,756,277

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,459/mo

•

3,047

sq ft

56 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Elegant Royal Barry Wills Cape in desirable Cliff Estates neighborhood has been renovated to perfection with original architectural detail, beautiful beveled windows and other quality fine finishes throughout. Exquisite foyer opens to gracious fireplaced living room that leads to much sought after home office. Sophisticated dining room with custom cabinets and serving area is the perfect setting for family entertaining. Chic gourmet chef's kitchen with center island, stainless steel appliances, gorgeous hardware, pantry and wet bar opens into bright and sunny fireplaced family room overlooking pristine manicured grounds. Lavish primary suite with beautiful tray ceiling, walk-in closet and serene spa-like bathroom offers a private retreat. Impressive lower level includes exercise room, wine room & fantastic playroom. Fabulous outdoor space includes two hardscaped patios perfect for entertaining. This property boasts quintessential New England charm!

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$905Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Benoit | Robinson | ORourke • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72785499

Redfin Estimate

$2,756,277

$619K since sold in May 2021$32K since July

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This home's estimate is 27% higher than the average sale price ($2.17M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$2,325,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,406 sq ft
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,480,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,610 sq ft
10 Kirkland Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,100,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,953 sq ft
2 Woodlawn Oval, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$1,635,650
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,112 sq ft
15 Clifton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,953,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,627 sq ft
92 Woodlawn Ave, 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

$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$5,450,000
5 beds7 baths7,632 sq ft
44 Whiting Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, 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
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Sale history for 56 Arnold Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72785499

May 17, 2021

Sold

$2,137,500

$702/sq ft

Mar 12, 2021

Contingent

—

Feb 25, 2021

Price Changed

$2,250,000

$738/sq ft

Feb 12, 2021

Listed

$2,395,000

$786/sq ft

MLS PIN #70584216

Jul 2, 2007

Sold

$1,600,000

$525/sq ft

Jun 19, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 23, 2007

Listed

$1,699,000

$558/sq ft

MLS PIN #30420680

Jul 24, 2000

Sold

$1,650,000

$542/sq ft

Jun 17, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jun 14, 2000

Listed

$1,595,000

$523/sq ft

MLS PIN #50342870

Aug 7, 1996

Sold

$619,000

$203/sq ft

Aug 6, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Aug 6, 1996

Listed

$619,000

$203/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1995

Sold

$567,000

$186/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 21, 1991

Sold

$352,500

$116/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,763 (+5.8%)

$913,000 + $813,000

$1,726,000

2022

$18,676 (+5.3%)

$818,000 + $781,000

$1,599,000

2021

$17,743 (+1.6%)

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2020

$17,456

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2019

$17,471 (−5.4%)

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2018

$18,463 (+1.4%)

$865,000 + $680,000

$1,545,000

2017

$18,216 (+11.7%)

$865,000 + $680,000

$1,545,000

2015

$16,311 (−1.9%)

$851,000 + $560,000

$1,411,000

2014

$16,629 (−2.7%)

$754,000 + $687,000

$1,441,000

2013

$17,094 (+1.9%)

$707,000 + $754,000

$1,461,000

2012

$16,772 (+4.7%)

$707,000 + $754,000

$1,461,000

2011

$16,013 (+5.5%)

$660,000 + $741,000

$1,401,000

2010

$15,175 (+5.9%)

$707,000 + $741,000

$1,448,000

2009

$14,328

$964,000 + $549,000

$1,513,000

Tax history for 56 Arnold Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,763 (+5.8%)

$913,000 + $813,000

$1,726,000

2022

$18,676 (+5.3%)

$818,000 + $781,000

$1,599,000

2021

$17,743 (+1.6%)

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2020

$17,456

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2019

$17,471 (−5.4%)

$784,000 + $726,000

$1,510,000

2018

$18,463 (+1.4%)

$865,000 + $680,000

$1,545,000

2017

$18,216 (+11.7%)

$865,000 + $680,000

$1,545,000

2015

$16,311 (−1.9%)

$851,000 + $560,000

$1,411,000

2014

$16,629 (−2.7%)

$754,000 + $687,000

$1,441,000

2013

$17,094 (+1.9%)

$707,000 + $754,000

$1,461,000

2012

$16,772 (+4.7%)

$707,000 + $754,000

$1,461,000

2011

$16,013 (+5.5%)

$660,000 + $741,000

$1,401,000

2010

$15,175 (+5.9%)

$707,000 + $741,000

$1,448,000

2009

$14,328

$964,000 + $549,000

$1,513,000

*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.

2,980

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

260421

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
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 286
Length: 13
Width: 22
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Tray Ceiling(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Tray Ceiling(s)

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 234
Length: 13
Width: 18
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Crown Molding

Office Room Information
Area: 294
Length: 14
Width: 21
Level: Main
Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Wine Cellar, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,047
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Invisible
Roof: Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Invisible Fence

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,456
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lowell Road to Arnold Road
UnparsedAddress: 56 Arnold Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,980
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 260421

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: See List Agent.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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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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

$2.62M – $3.17M

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Home values near 56 Arnold Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4038 Sq. Ft.	$2,947,546
49 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2545 Sq. Ft.	$2,852,224

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3258 Sq. Ft.	$2,912,814
41 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4586 Sq. Ft.	$3,070,517

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2958 Sq. Ft.	$2,390,773
35 Arnold Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3497 Sq. Ft.	$2,607,517

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