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Off Market Sep 2021 for $1.6M

$2,021,832

•

1,914

sq ft

72 Dover Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

Quintessential Stone Cottage on the Brook Path! Yes, the one you’ve always admired! Full 2015 Renovation from inside/out and top/bottom with no stone left unturned. Welcomed through either of the charming entrances, you’ll find a sun splashed, pristine and efficient interior featuring a bright kitchen w/ custom alder cabinets, granite counters and top-of-the line stainless steel appliances which opens to dining area with bow window and living room featuring stone front gas fireplace. 3 bedrooms upstairs including a private primary suite with two closets and marble bath w/radiant flooring. Finished lower level and one car garage with direct entrance. Impeccable stone work and plantings showcase the irresistible covered stone “sitooterie” with round moon gate window and patio all overlooking charming gardens, the Brook Path and Nehoiden Golf Course. Truly one of a kind. Don’t miss your chance at this jewel box.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

8,400 sq ftLot Size

$1,056Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Lawrence • Rutledge Properties

Bought with Emily Gan • Boston Value Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72840372

Redfin Estimate

$2,021,832

$332K since sold in September 2021$39K since July

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This home's estimate is 44.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.40M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,925,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
58 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$800,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,470 sq ft
10 Water St, Natick, MA 01760
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,800,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,056 sq ft
12 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,630,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,527 sq ft
21 Howe St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,090,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,141 sq ft
4 Rolling Ln, Natick, MA 01760
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,150,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,986 sq ft
83 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481

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$697,630

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$119K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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18 MoM

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$1,295,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,648 sq ft
5 Oakdale Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
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Sale history for 72 Dover Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72840372

Sep 21, 2021

Sold

$1,690,000

$883/sq ft

Jun 1, 2021

Listed

$1,475,000

$771/sq ft

MLS PIN #71453054

Dec 5, 2012

Sold

$725,000

$379/sq ft

Nov 6, 2012

Contingent

—

Oct 31, 2012

Listed

$689,000

$360/sq ft

Quintessential Stone Cottage on the Brook Path! Charming 6 room, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath stone cottage with slate roof and one of a kind stone gazebo, steps from town, Nehoiden Golf Course and overlooking Wellesley's famed Brook Path. Estate Property, Sold "As Is". Your interior touches will make it irresistible inside and out. Gas heat, electric, and CAC recently updated. Don't miss rare opportunity to make this much-admired landmark your own. Open House Sat 11/3 and Sun 11/4 1:00 - 4:00.

Public Records

Oct 1, 1987

Sold

$376,000

$196/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,541 (+5.9%)

$930,000 + $602,000

$1,532,000

2022

$16,562 (+19.8%)

$804,000 + $614,000

$1,418,000

2021

$13,830 (+1.6%)

$718,000 + $459,000

$1,177,000

2020

$13,606 (−0.2%)

$718,000 + $459,000

$1,177,000

2019

$13,629 (+1.6%)

$718,000 + $460,000

$1,178,000

2018

$13,408 (+1.4%)

$756,000 + $366,000

$1,122,000

2017

$13,228 (+44.5%)

$756,000 + $366,000

$1,122,000

2015

$9,156 (+10.4%)

$676,000 + $116,000

$792,000

2014

$8,297 (+4.7%)

$537,000 + $182,000

$719,000

2013

$7,921 (−0.7%)

$504,000 + $173,000

$677,000

2012

$7,979 (+4.3%)

$504,000 + $191,000

$695,000

2011

$7,647 (+3.9%)

$450,000 + $219,000

$669,000

2010

$7,357 (−7.0%)

$483,000 + $219,000

$702,000

2009

$7,907

$634,000 + $201,000

$835,000

Tax history for 72 Dover Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,541 (+5.9%)

$930,000 + $602,000

$1,532,000

2022

$16,562 (+19.8%)

$804,000 + $614,000

$1,418,000

2021

$13,830 (+1.6%)

$718,000 + $459,000

$1,177,000

2020

$13,606 (−0.2%)

$718,000 + $459,000

$1,177,000

2019

$13,629 (+1.6%)

$718,000 + $460,000

$1,178,000

2018

$13,408 (+1.4%)

$756,000 + $366,000

$1,122,000

2017

$13,228 (+44.5%)

$756,000 + $366,000

$1,122,000

2015

$9,156 (+10.4%)

$676,000 + $116,000

$792,000

2014

$8,297 (+4.7%)

$537,000 + $182,000

$719,000

2013

$7,921 (−0.7%)

$504,000 + $173,000

$677,000

2012

$7,979 (+4.3%)

$504,000 + $191,000

$695,000

2011

$7,647 (+3.9%)

$450,000 + $219,000

$669,000

2010

$7,357 (−7.0%)

$483,000 + $219,000

$702,000

2009

$7,907

$634,000 + $201,000

$835,000

*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

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2014

Sq. Ft.

1,914

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

262287

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: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 275
Length: 25
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 140
Length: 10
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 25
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access

Family Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 13
Width: 19
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 170
Length: 17
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,914
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Stone

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,830
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Dover Rd at Brook Path entrance
UnparsedAddress: 72 Dover Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,914
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2014
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262287

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Dr Light Fixture
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

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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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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

$1.92M – $2.33M

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Data from public records.

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50 Dover Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3710 Sq. Ft.	$3,235,512
82 Dover Rd, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2262 Sq. Ft.	$1,684,172

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