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Off Market Mar 2019 for $930K

$1,940,208

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,920/mo

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2,089

sq ft

70 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Total transformation! This picture perfect 3-bedroom home is more than just a pretty face - a designer kitchen features stone counters,all new appliances and a built-in banquet that overlooks a spacious backyard. New baths, an oversized living room drenched in abundant natural light, a spacious lower level with high ceilings and modern mudroom with laundry hook-up complete this lovely home. New recessed lighting throughout, central air and freshly painted inside and out, this walk-to-everything beauty won’t last!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

0.29 acresLot Size

$929Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Betsy Kessler • Rutledge Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72418083

Redfin Estimate

$1,940,208

$1.0M since sold in March 2019$118K since July

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This home's estimate is 46.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.32M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,560,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,786 sq ft
69 Donizetti St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,130,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,431 sq ft
36 Kimlo Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,150,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,986 sq ft
83 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$1,690,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,014 sq ft
4 Southwick Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,150,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,892 sq ft
76 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,250,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,682 sq ft
28 Rice St, 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

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Beautifully renovated older home in an amazing back of Wellesley with easy access to everything.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 70 Alba Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72418083

Mar 18, 2019

Sold

$930,000

$445/sq ft

Jan 11, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 31, 2018

Listed

$999,500

$478/sq ft

MLS PIN #72353821

Jul 20, 2018

Sold

$820,000

$393/sq ft

Jul 1, 2018

Pending

—

Jun 27, 2018

Listed

$799,000

$382/sq ft

Absolutely immaculate one floor living close to shopping, train and all schools K-12! This three bedroom charmer offers central air, a beautiful sunroom from which to enjoy the oversized back yard and gardens on this spacious conforming lot. Spit-spot kitchen and bath. Hardwood floors under the sumptuous carpet. This home has been meticulously cared for. Basement with high ceilings for additional space in the future. Live free of car pools! So close to Sprague, Wellesley Middle and Wellesley High and all sports fields. Move-in ready and quick close possible. Hurry!

Public Records

Apr 1, 1992

Sold

$480,000

$230/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,618 (+4.6%)

$834,000 + $792,000

$1,626,000

2022

$17,800 (+7.7%)

$716,000 + $808,000

$1,524,000

2021

$16,532 (+57.5%)

$685,000 + $722,000

$1,407,000

2020

$10,496 (+17.5%)

$685,000 + $223,000

$908,000

2019

$8,932 (+5.6%)

$654,000 + $118,000

$772,000

2018

$8,461 (+1.4%)

$632,000 + $76,000

$708,000

2017

$8,347 (+8.4%)

$632,000 + $76,000

$708,000

2015

$7,699 (+15.0%)

$592,000 + $74,000

$666,000

2014

$6,693 (+6.3%)

$490,000 + $90,000

$580,000

2013

$6,295 (+1.9%)

$459,000 + $79,000

$538,000

2012

$6,176 (+5.7%)

$459,000 + $79,000

$538,000

2011

$5,841 (+3.0%)

$429,000 + $82,000

$511,000

2010

$5,670 (−2.0%)

$459,000 + $82,000

$541,000

2009

$5,786

$531,000 + $80,000

$611,000

Tax history for 70 Alba Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,618 (+4.6%)

$834,000 + $792,000

$1,626,000

2022

$17,800 (+7.7%)

$716,000 + $808,000

$1,524,000

2021

$16,532 (+57.5%)

$685,000 + $722,000

$1,407,000

2020

$10,496 (+17.5%)

$685,000 + $223,000

$908,000

2019

$8,932 (+5.6%)

$654,000 + $118,000

$772,000

2018

$8,461 (+1.4%)

$632,000 + $76,000

$708,000

2017

$8,347 (+8.4%)

$632,000 + $76,000

$708,000

2015

$7,699 (+15.0%)

$592,000 + $74,000

$666,000

2014

$6,693 (+6.3%)

$490,000 + $90,000

$580,000

2013

$6,295 (+1.9%)

$459,000 + $79,000

$538,000

2012

$6,176 (+5.7%)

$459,000 + $79,000

$538,000

2011

$5,841 (+3.0%)

$429,000 + $82,000

$511,000

2010

$5,670 (−2.0%)

$459,000 + $82,000

$541,000

2009

$5,786

$531,000 + $80,000

$611,000

*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

0.29 Acres

Year renovated

2019

Sq. Ft.

2,771

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

261119

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

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

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

Living Room Information
Area: 273
Length: 21
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Area: 1,040
Length: 40
Width: 26
Level: Basement
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,089
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,932.04
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Linden or Kingsbury to Alba Road
UnparsedAddress: 70 Alba Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,771
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Norfolk County
APN: 261119

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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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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

$1.84M – $2.23M

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Home values near 70 Alba Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
44 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1586 Sq. Ft.	$1,350,028
83 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1454 Sq. Ft.	$1,080,287

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2706 Sq. Ft.	$1,867,113
79 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4676 Sq. Ft.	$2,553,390

Address	Redfin Estimate
62 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,826,788
75 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2260 Sq. Ft.	$1,251,407

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