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Off Market Dec 2020 for $1.5M

$2,177,020

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,454/mo

•

3,284

sq ft

72 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Rarely available, move-in ready, four bedroom brick-faced colonial in Poet's Corner completely renovated from top to bottom. No detail was overlooked. Perfect for today's lifestyle. The house is situated on a terraced 14,000 sq. ft. lot. It has been meticulously renovated with high-end finishes and appliances. The stunning kitchen features Wolf and SubZero appliances and an eating area with sliding doors opening out to the beautifully maintained and expansive yard. All the bathrooms were thoughtfully renovated with elegant and modern fixtures and finishes. The newly-finished basement includes a family/media/play room with custom built in cabinets, storage and workout area. Outside features new landscaping, lighting and bluestone walkway and steps to the entry. All the systems have been upgraded - new utilities, central heat/AC and new windows throughout the house.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

0.34 acresLot Size

$663Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Beyond Boston Properties Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72731485

Redfin Estimate

$2,177,020

$602K since sold in December 2020$55K since August

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This home's estimate is 10.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.96M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$2,325,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,897 sq ft
28 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$2,090,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,283 sq ft
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,830,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,670 sq ft
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,880,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,332 sq ft
23 Thackeray Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,130,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,609 sq ft
21 Madison Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$189K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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0 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN FRI, 3PM TO 4:30PM
$1,995,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,216 sq ft
186 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$3,595,000
6 beds5 baths6,525 sq ft
151 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
$5,450,000
5 beds7 baths7,632 sq ft
44 Whiting Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,395,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
560 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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Sale history for 72 Emerson Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72731485

Dec 4, 2020

Sold

$1,575,000

$480/sq ft

Sep 30, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 23, 2020

Listed

$1,539,000

$469/sq ft

MLS PIN #71701796

Dec 12, 2014

Sold

$997,800

$304/sq ft

Oct 31, 2014

Contingent

—

Oct 14, 2014

Relisted

—

Oct 10, 2014

Contingent

—

Sep 23, 2014

Price Changed

$1,095,000

$333/sq ft

Jun 25, 2014

Price Changed

$1,175,000

$358/sq ft

Jun 19, 2014

Listed

$1,250,000

$381/sq ft

Classic center entrance 4 bedroom Col.in Poet's Corner. Large, welcoming foyer w spacious dining rm and front to back fireplaced living rm. First flr den/office. Kitchen w built-in desk and large eat-in area/breakfast room. Second back staircase from kitchen leading to bedrooms. Two large lower level rooms with fresh paint and new carpets plus great storage. Very private back yard with mature plantings, stone patio and a storage shed. 2 car garage. This is a wonderful home in a fabulous neighborhood.

Public Records

Sep 1, 1990

Sold

$228,500

$70/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,427 (+7.2%)

$1,040,000 + $482,000

$1,522,000

2022

$16,259 (+8.4%)

$899,000 + $493,000

$1,392,000

2021

$15,005 (+3.6%)

$803,000 + $474,000

$1,277,000

2020

$14,485 (+5.3%)

$803,000 + $450,000

$1,253,000

2019

$13,757 (+9.0%)

$739,000 + $450,000

$1,189,000

2018

$12,619 (+1.4%)

$733,000 + $323,000

$1,056,000

2017

$12,450 (+3.4%)

$733,000 + $323,000

$1,056,000

2016

$12,043 (+2.8%)

$721,000 + $297,000

$1,018,000

2015

$11,710 (+6.8%)

$721,000 + $292,000

$1,013,000

2014

$10,963 (+3.2%)

$597,000 + $353,000

$950,000

2013

$10,624 (+1.9%)

$559,000 + $349,000

$908,000

2012

$10,424 (+6.7%)

$559,000 + $349,000

$908,000

2011

$9,773 (+2.0%)

$500,000 + $355,000

$855,000

2010

$9,579 (+9.6%)

$559,000 + $355,000

$914,000

2009

$8,741

$642,000 + $281,000

$923,000

Tax history for 72 Emerson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,427 (+7.2%)

$1,040,000 + $482,000

$1,522,000

2022

$16,259 (+8.4%)

$899,000 + $493,000

$1,392,000

2021

$15,005 (+3.6%)

$803,000 + $474,000

$1,277,000

2020

$14,485 (+5.3%)

$803,000 + $450,000

$1,253,000

2019

$13,757 (+9.0%)

$739,000 + $450,000

$1,189,000

2018

$12,619 (+1.4%)

$733,000 + $323,000

$1,056,000

2017

$12,450 (+3.4%)

$733,000 + $323,000

$1,056,000

2016

$12,043 (+2.8%)

$721,000 + $297,000

$1,018,000

2015

$11,710 (+6.8%)

$721,000 + $292,000

$1,013,000

2014

$10,963 (+3.2%)

$597,000 + $353,000

$950,000

2013

$10,624 (+1.9%)

$559,000 + $349,000

$908,000

2012

$10,424 (+6.7%)

$559,000 + $349,000

$908,000

2011

$9,773 (+2.0%)

$500,000 + $355,000

$855,000

2010

$9,579 (+9.6%)

$559,000 + $355,000

$914,000

2009

$8,741

$642,000 + $281,000

$923,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.34 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,222

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257629

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: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 25
Length: 5
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 78
Length: 13
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Laminate

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X11
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar / Nook, Slider, Play Room, Foyer, Exercise Room, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,284
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,617.97
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Take Walnut to Emerson Road
UnparsedAddress: 72 Emerson Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,222
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257629

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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

$2.07M – $2.50M

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Home values near 72 Emerson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
81 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5038 Sq. Ft.	$2,974,087
71 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3724 Sq. Ft.	$2,462,357

Address	Redfin Estimate
79 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$2,073,874
67 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3112 Sq. Ft.	$2,370,147

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,355,863
63 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2367 Sq. Ft.	$2,238,029

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