Off Market Sep 2007 for $1.4M

$2,499,849

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $8,895/mo

•

3,115

sq ft

72 Chesterton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Impeccably decorated & quality built Colonial accommodates today’s fastidious buyer. Flawless living space w/soaring ceilings, contemporary amenities & classic details. Finished lower level w/add'l 1,185 sq.ft.(full bath, playroom, game room, media room w/wet bar, bonus room & storage). Farmer's porch, fenced yard, patio, sprinklers & landscaped level lot. Sophisticated living & easy entertaining in a favorite Bates neighborhood combine to make your dreams come true.

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

10,142 sq ftLot Size

$803Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Francesca Trainer • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Paula Narenkivicius • William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #70601712

Redfin Estimate

$2,499,849

$1.1M since sold in September 2007$137K since July

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This home's estimate is 19.1% higher than the average sale price ($2.10M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,805,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,644 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$2,628,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,102 sq ft
23 Pilgrim Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,820,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,807 sq ft
7 Oakdale Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$2,562,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,099 sq ft
31 Shirley Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,500,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,901 sq ft
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SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$2,280,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,524 sq ft
50 Upson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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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

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Sale history for 72 Chesterton Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #70601712

Sep 6, 2007

Sold

$1,420,000

$456/sq ft

Aug 8, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jun 22, 2007

Listed

$1,499,000

$481/sq ft

MLS PIN #70375104

Jul 28, 2006

Sold

$1,410,000

$453/sq ft

Jun 20, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Apr 26, 2006

Listed

$1,450,000

$465/sq ft

A welcoming farmer’s porch sets the tone for this thoughtfully designed, quality built 2006 CE Colonial.This home offers the discerning buyer everything in a favorite Bates location. The 3,115 sq.ft. of living space features soaring ceilings, contemporary amenities & classic details. PLUS 1,185 sq.ft. of finished lower level: full bath, playroom, gameroom, media room w/wet bar, bonus room & storage.Bluestone patio, sprinkler system & prof. landscaped level grounds complete the package.

MLS PIN #70210081

Aug 4, 2005

Sold

$730,000

$234/sq ft

Jul 8, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Jun 15, 2005

Listed

$725,000

$233/sq ft

Hard to find one floor living, including garage at same level, in this sprawling Cape-ranch. Lovely colonial-style detail in the entry foyer and the entertainment size living room. Two bedrooms on first floor, plus two extra large bdrms upstairs. Large country kitchen with adjoining family size breakfast room or seating area. All on quiet and popular side street in popular Boulder Brook/Northgate area, a short walk to Bates School and steps from conservation trails.

Public Records

Jun 28, 1997

Sold

$495,000

$159/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,553 (+7.6%)

$766,000 + $767,000

$1,533,000

2022

$16,317 (−0.6%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2021

$16,415 (+1.6%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2020

$16,149

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2019

$16,163 (−3.9%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2018

$16,814 (+1.4%)

$650,000 + $757,000

$1,407,000

2017

$16,589 (+2.6%)

$650,000 + $757,000

$1,407,000

2016

$16,172 (+2.9%)

$639,000 + $728,000

$1,367,000

2015

$15,722 (+0.9%)

$639,000 + $721,000

$1,360,000

2014

$15,579 (+3.5%)

$505,000 + $845,000

$1,350,000

2013

$15,058 (+9.9%)

$451,000 + $836,000

$1,287,000

2012

$13,696 (−0.6%)

$451,000 + $742,000

$1,193,000

2011

$13,785 (+6.4%)

$421,000 + $785,000

$1,206,000

2010

$12,953 (+7.4%)

$451,000 + $785,000

$1,236,000

2009

$12,065

$501,000 + $773,000

$1,274,000

Tax history for 72 Chesterton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,553 (+7.6%)

$766,000 + $767,000

$1,533,000

2022

$16,317 (−0.6%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2021

$16,415 (+1.6%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2020

$16,149

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2019

$16,163 (−3.9%)

$656,000 + $741,000

$1,397,000

2018

$16,814 (+1.4%)

$650,000 + $757,000

$1,407,000

2017

$16,589 (+2.6%)

$650,000 + $757,000

$1,407,000

2016

$16,172 (+2.9%)

$639,000 + $728,000

$1,367,000

2015

$15,722 (+0.9%)

$639,000 + $721,000

$1,360,000

2014

$15,579 (+3.5%)

$505,000 + $845,000

$1,350,000

2013

$15,058 (+9.9%)

$451,000 + $836,000

$1,287,000

2012

$13,696 (−0.6%)

$451,000 + $742,000

$1,193,000

2011

$13,785 (+6.4%)

$421,000 + $785,000

$1,206,000

2010

$12,953 (+7.4%)

$451,000 + $785,000

$1,236,000

2009

$12,065

$501,000 + $773,000

$1,274,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

3,097

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

263730

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: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 286
Length: 13
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 187
Length: 11
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 276
Length: 12
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Mud Room, Game Room, Play Room, Media Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,115
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Mushroom
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,431
Tax Year: 2007

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Homeowners Association Membership Not Required

Location Information
Directions: Weston Road to Boulder Brook left on Chesterton
UnparsedAddress: 72 Chesterton Road, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,097
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Norfolk County
APN: 263730

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

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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Estimated sale price

$2.38M – $2.88M

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Home values near 72 Chesterton Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3746 Sq. Ft.	$3,138,897
65 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1545 Sq. Ft.	$1,578,418

Address	Redfin Estimate
73 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2901 Sq. Ft.	$2,317,594
61 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2764 Sq. Ft.	$1,999,538

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2296 Sq. Ft.	$1,536,352
60 Chesterton Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3611 Sq. Ft.	$2,403,051

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