Yes, it's THAT house! Located at the end of a stunning cul-de-sac in everyone's favorite Poet's Corner neighborhood, this one-of-a-kind slate-roofed, 5-BR bedroom home is admired for its classic detail but has been updated to perfection. This home delivers at every turn from its gourmet kitchen and renovated baths to a layout perfect for entertaining or a quiet night at home. The beautiful custom-designed Machin conservatory creates a seamless connection between outdoors to inside via a professionally refurbished, master-crafted, show-stopping library. The third floor provides an oversized private bedroom suite complete w/ sitting area and bath. The lower level features a gym, wine room and fireplaced living space leading to a beautiful spa. The meticulously designed and nurtured landscaped grounds offer an unparalleled oasis. Drop right into this close-knit neighborhood w/ progressive dinners and proximity to Schofield School, the Recreation Center, playground, train and Mass Pike.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$689Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Betsy Kessler• Rutledge Properties
Bought with Mizner + Montero• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Poet's Corner. Located on quiet cul du sac, this handsome slate roof, 5 BR Col has long been admired for its classic detail & beautiful custom designed Machin conservatory with its breathtaking flowers. Updated Kitchen and First floor family room (a.700 SF) overlooks lovely level professionally landscaped grounds and rose garden. Lovely garden room plus master crafted mahogany Library is reminiscent of by-gone elegance.
Public Records
Jul 1, 1988
Sold
$600,000
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,831 (+7.1%)
$1,353,000 + $1,165,000
$2,518,000
2022
$26,911 (+5.2%)
$1,171,000 + $1,133,000
$2,304,000
2021
$25,592 (+1.6%)
$1,045,000 + $1,133,000
$2,178,000
2020
$25,178 (+3.9%)
$1,045,000 + $1,133,000
$2,178,000
2019
$24,239 (+2.4%)
$962,000 + $1,133,000
$2,095,000
2018
$23,673 (+14.5%)
$770,000 + $1,211,000
$1,981,000
2017
$20,680 (+0.5%)
$769,000 + $985,000
$1,754,000
2016
$20,572 (+2.7%)
$756,000 + $983,000
$1,739,000
2015
$20,022 (+11.1%)
$757,000 + $975,000
$1,732,000
2014
$18,025 (−4.8%)
$657,000 + $905,000
$1,562,000
2013
$18,931 (+16.0%)
$616,000 + $1,002,000
$1,618,000
2012
$16,325 (+3.4%)
$616,000 + $806,000
$1,422,000
2011
$15,785 (+10.7%)
$551,000 + $830,000
$1,381,000
2010
$14,253 (+11.2%)
$616,000 + $744,000
$1,360,000
2009
$12,813
$708,000 + $645,000
$1,353,000
Tax history for 60 Damien Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$28,831 (+7.1%)
$1,353,000 + $1,165,000
$2,518,000
2022
$26,911 (+5.2%)
$1,171,000 + $1,133,000
$2,304,000
2021
$25,592 (+1.6%)
$1,045,000 + $1,133,000
$2,178,000
2020
$25,178 (+3.9%)
$1,045,000 + $1,133,000
$2,178,000
2019
$24,239 (+2.4%)
$962,000 + $1,133,000
$2,095,000
2018
$23,673 (+14.5%)
$770,000 + $1,211,000
$1,981,000
2017
$20,680 (+0.5%)
$769,000 + $985,000
$1,754,000
2016
$20,572 (+2.7%)
$756,000 + $983,000
$1,739,000
2015
$20,022 (+11.1%)
$757,000 + $975,000
$1,732,000
2014
$18,025 (−4.8%)
$657,000 + $905,000
$1,562,000
2013
$18,931 (+16.0%)
$616,000 + $1,002,000
$1,618,000
2012
$16,325 (+3.4%)
$616,000 + $806,000
$1,422,000
2011
$15,785 (+10.7%)
$551,000 + $830,000
$1,381,000
2010
$14,253 (+11.2%)
$616,000 + $744,000
$1,360,000
2009
$12,813
$708,000 + $645,000
$1,353,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
4,078
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
257615
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, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Decorative Molding, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Cable Hookup, Sun Room, Library, Play Room, Wine Cellar, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,596
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony - Exterior, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Greenhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.58
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $28,831
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Walnut or Fiske to Damien.
UnparsedAddress: 60 Damien Rd, Wellesley MA 02481
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,078
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257615
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Stone Bench And Sail Sculpture In Gardens.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Schofield Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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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Historical weather
Wellesley, MA • 02481
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Sun exposure
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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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.66M – $4.43M
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