Custom renovated and expanded contemporary farmhouse in College Heights. In-town living at its best in this fresh, fabulous and stylish home. The impressive kitchen has a thoughtful layout and boasts leathered quartzite countertops, well designed cabinets, and high-end appliances. The dining area is open and airy and the perfect spot to house an extra long farmer's table to entertain. Relax in the spacious fireplaced family room with sliders to the patio and yard. Each bath is tastefully designed with high end finishes, and the bedrooms are roomy with wood floors. The sun-filled main bedroom features a soaring vaulted ceiling, a cozy window seat, and a spacious walk-in closet that leads to a rich marble bath. No shortage of inviting spaces to gather including a bright play room on the third floor and a gym-bonus space in the lower level plus a screened-in porch. Spend time outdoors in the large grassy yard. Just a block from the train, shops and restaurants!
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$806Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Teri Adler• MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley
Bought with Teri Adler• MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley
Charming 1895 farmhouse for sale on over 18,000 square feet of land. Home is sited to the extreme right of the lot to afford a beautiful large yard or room for a major addition. Interior has been lovingly cared for with fresh paint throughout and refinished wood floors. Located within a short walk to Wellesley center and the Wellesley Square T station to Boston. Pantry off kitchen could be future half bath. Three full bedrooms on the second floor plus a fourth child's bedroom. Walk up attic to a finished unheated bedroom in the front and a storage attic in the rear. Furnace three years old. Roof somewhere between 10 and 15 years. Double pane windows 15-20. First time this home has been on the market since the Ryan family bought it in 1920.
Public Records
Oct 18, 1995
Sold
$565,200
$138/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,866 (+8.5%)
$956,000 + $1,041,000
$1,997,000
2022
$21,071 (+3.2%)
$821,000 + $983,000
$1,804,000
2021
$20,410 (+1.6%)
$785,000 + $952,000
$1,737,000
2020
$20,080 (+94.3%)
$785,000 + $952,000
$1,737,000
2019
$10,332 (+14.4%)
$744,000 + $149,000
$893,000
2018
$9,034 (+1.4%)
$654,000 + $102,000
$756,000
2017
$8,913 (+6.9%)
$654,000 + $102,000
$756,000
2015
$8,335 (+12.2%)
$612,000 + $109,000
$721,000
2014
$7,432 (+11.8%)
$507,000 + $137,000
$644,000
2013
$6,646 (+1.9%)
$475,000 + $93,000
$568,000
2012
$6,521 (+4.9%)
$475,000 + $93,000
$568,000
2011
$6,218 (+3.0%)
$443,000 + $101,000
$544,000
2010
$6,036
$475,000 + $101,000
$576,000
2009
$6,042
$549,000 + $89,000
$638,000
Tax history for 68 Crest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,866 (+8.5%)
$956,000 + $1,041,000
$1,997,000
2022
$21,071 (+3.2%)
$821,000 + $983,000
$1,804,000
2021
$20,410 (+1.6%)
$785,000 + $952,000
$1,737,000
2020
$20,080 (+94.3%)
$785,000 + $952,000
$1,737,000
2019
$10,332 (+14.4%)
$744,000 + $149,000
$893,000
2018
$9,034 (+1.4%)
$654,000 + $102,000
$756,000
2017
$8,913 (+6.9%)
$654,000 + $102,000
$756,000
2015
$8,335 (+12.2%)
$612,000 + $109,000
$721,000
2014
$7,432 (+11.8%)
$507,000 + $137,000
$644,000
2013
$6,646 (+1.9%)
$475,000 + $93,000
$568,000
2012
$6,521 (+4.9%)
$475,000 + $93,000
$568,000
2011
$6,218 (+3.0%)
$443,000 + $101,000
$544,000
2010
$6,036
$475,000 + $101,000
$576,000
2009
$6,042
$549,000 + $89,000
$638,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
3,620
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
262764
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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
UnparsedAddress: 68 Crest Road, Wellesley MA 02482
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,620
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262764
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Sprague Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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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
53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.14M – $3.80M
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