Welcome to this classic 1941 colonial in the Standish Estates. Ideally located in a wonderful neighborhood. Lovingly maintained and updated. Pride of ownership shines through. Kitchen features gas cooking, granite counters, built in cabinets and a box bay window in the eating area. This opens to family room addition with cathedral ceiling and fireplace. A beautiful yard and patio are steps away. Sprinkler irrigation. A sun room opens to the gracious living room with classic character and wood burning fireplace. Charming dining room flows to the kitchen. 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths complete the 2nd floor. Lower level with fireplace. Breezeway connects to 2 car attached garage. A commuter's dream. Close to conservation land and trails. Just move right in and make this your home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$696Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Donna Scott• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.
Well maintained home. The two full baths are on the small side next to each other in upstairs hall. due to kitchen rennovation, the two smaller bedrooms have electric heat and no air conditioning.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Janet Cramer
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 71 Standish Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72255682
Jan 31, 2018
Sold
$1,135,000
$422/sq ft
Dec 18, 2017
Pending
—
Nov 15, 2017
Listed
$1,250,000
$465/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1988
Sold
$515,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1985
Sold
$287,000
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,038 (+11.4%)
$867,000 + $359,000
$1,226,000
2022
$12,603 (+0.2%)
$712,000 + $367,000
$1,079,000
2021
$12,573 (+1.6%)
$712,000 + $358,000
$1,070,000
2020
$12,369 (+3.1%)
$712,000 + $358,000
$1,070,000
2019
$11,998 (+3.6%)
$679,000 + $358,000
$1,037,000
2018
$11,580 (+3.6%)
$674,000 + $295,000
$969,000
2017
$11,177 (+4.0%)
$673,000 + $275,000
$948,000
2015
$10,751 (+6.2%)
$662,000 + $268,000
$930,000
2014
$10,121 (+2.4%)
$548,000 + $329,000
$877,000
2013
$9,887 (+1.9%)
$514,000 + $331,000
$845,000
2012
$9,701 (+4.5%)
$514,000 + $331,000
$845,000
2011
$9,281 (+4.6%)
$479,000 + $333,000
$812,000
2010
$8,877 (+8.6%)
$514,000 + $333,000
$847,000
2009
$8,173
$581,000 + $282,000
$863,000
Tax history for 71 Standish Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,038 (+11.4%)
$867,000 + $359,000
$1,226,000
2022
$12,603 (+0.2%)
$712,000 + $367,000
$1,079,000
2021
$12,573 (+1.6%)
$712,000 + $358,000
$1,070,000
2020
$12,369 (+3.1%)
$712,000 + $358,000
$1,070,000
2019
$11,998 (+3.6%)
$679,000 + $358,000
$1,037,000
2018
$11,580 (+3.6%)
$674,000 + $295,000
$969,000
2017
$11,177 (+4.0%)
$673,000 + $275,000
$948,000
2015
$10,751 (+6.2%)
$662,000 + $268,000
$930,000
2014
$10,121 (+2.4%)
$548,000 + $329,000
$877,000
2013
$9,887 (+1.9%)
$514,000 + $331,000
$845,000
2012
$9,701 (+4.5%)
$514,000 + $331,000
$845,000
2011
$9,281 (+4.6%)
$479,000 + $333,000
$812,000
2010
$8,877 (+8.6%)
$514,000 + $333,000
$847,000
2009
$8,173
$581,000 + $282,000
$863,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
15,089
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,687
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
258024
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 5, 2026.
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, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Slab
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: yellow
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,176.92
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Oakland Street to Standish
UnparsedAddress: 71 Standish Road, Wellesley MA 02481
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,687
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258024
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Wellesley, MA • 02481
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
34
19
36
20
51
32
60
40
70
50
82
60
86
66
82
60
76
55
65
43
53
35
39
24
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.78M – $2.15M
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $18,705 in fees.3 minutes to get started.