Off market dec 2011 for $1.6M

$2,876,492

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,495/mo

•

5,451

sq ft

78 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Superb quality throughout this lovely 4 year old colonial in the Bates School area. Wonderful privacy as back yard connects to Boulder Brook Reservation. Interior detailing with coffered ceilings, columns, and french doors lead into the main living areas. Gourmet granite kitchen with top of the line appliances and large island grace this home. Gleaming hardwood floors on first and second floor, finished third floor. Added feature on second floor with 3 desks for computer work and study.

Single-familyProperty Type

2007Year Built

0.34 acresLot Size

$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Pamela Abbott • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

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

Bought with Mark O'Donnell • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #71242965

Redfin Estimate

$2,876,492

$1.2M since sold in December 2011$33K since October

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SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$2,825,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths5,055 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$2,800,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,936 sq ft
7 Massasoit Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$2,610,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,181 sq ft
15 Wedgwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$3,075,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths4,416 sq ft
38 Parker Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$3,000,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths5,384 sq ft
11 Fisher Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$3,100,000
F
5 beds5 baths5,227 sq ft
15 Parker Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.7%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$87K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 78 Elmwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71242965

Dec 1, 2011

Sold

$1,674,000

$307/sq ft

Sep 13, 2011

Contingent

—

Jul 6, 2011

Price Changed

$1,795,000

$329/sq ft

Jun 3, 2011

Listed

$1,895,000

$348/sq ft

MLS PIN #70664241

Oct 29, 2007

Sold

$1,800,000

$330/sq ft

Oct 18, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Oct 17, 2007

Listed

$1,850,000

$339/sq ft

This spectacular custom designed home is beautifully sited on private lot abutting town conservation land and Bates school. Sophisticated architectural detail, well designed floor plan with all the amenities for today and beyond. Features include state of the art kitchen with large breakfast area, fireplaces in LR and FR, separate office and spacious mud room. Gorgeous master suite w/sitting room and two sided FP. 3 additional bedrooms on 2:nd floor and bonus room on 3:rd w/full bath.

MLS PIN #70540449

Apr 4, 2007

Sold

$675,000

$124/sq ft

Mar 15, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Mar 13, 2007

Listed

$629,900

$116/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 31, 1997

Sold

$850,000

$156/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 12, 1990

Sold

$241,050

$44/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,297 (+8.7%)

$828,000 + $1,032,000

$1,860,000

2022

$19,599 (−0.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2021

$19,717 (+1.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2020

$19,398

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2019

$19,414 (−4.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2018

$20,351 (+1.4%)

$673,000 + $1,030,000

$1,703,000

2017

$20,078 (+0.2%)

$673,000 + $1,030,000

$1,703,000

2015

$20,033 (+0.2%)

$661,000 + $1,072,000

$1,733,000

2014

$19,999 (+6.7%)

$522,000 + $1,211,000

$1,733,000

2013

$18,743 (+0.3%)

$467,000 + $1,135,000

$1,602,000

2012

$18,689 (−2.3%)

$467,000 + $1,161,000

$1,628,000

2011

$19,134 (+7.1%)

$436,000 + $1,238,000

$1,674,000

2010

$17,868 (+5.8%)

$467,000 + $1,238,000

$1,705,000

2009

$16,885

$519,000 + $1,264,000

$1,783,000

Tax history for 78 Elmwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,297 (+8.7%)

$828,000 + $1,032,000

$1,860,000

2022

$19,599 (−0.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2021

$19,717 (+1.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2020

$19,398

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2019

$19,414 (−4.6%)

$710,000 + $968,000

$1,678,000

2018

$20,351 (+1.4%)

$673,000 + $1,030,000

$1,703,000

2017

$20,078 (+0.2%)

$673,000 + $1,030,000

$1,703,000

2015

$20,033 (+0.2%)

$661,000 + $1,072,000

$1,733,000

2014

$19,999 (+6.7%)

$522,000 + $1,211,000

$1,733,000

2013

$18,743 (+0.3%)

$467,000 + $1,135,000

$1,602,000

2012

$18,689 (−2.3%)

$467,000 + $1,161,000

$1,628,000

2011

$19,134 (+7.1%)

$436,000 + $1,238,000

$1,674,000

2010

$17,868 (+5.8%)

$467,000 + $1,238,000

$1,705,000

2009

$16,885

$519,000 + $1,264,000

$1,783,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.34 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,396

Year built

2007

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

263854

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
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Marble

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wet Bar

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Slab

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Insulated Doors, French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Study, Sitting Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,451
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan
Lead Paint: None

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

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Features: Wooded, Sloped
Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Association)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,133.82
Tax Year: 2011

Utilities

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

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

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Bates
Middle Or Junior School: Wellesley
High School: Wellesley

Location Information
Directions: Weston Road to Elmwood
UnparsedAddress: 78 Elmwood Road, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,396
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 263854

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: Chandelier In Dining Room, All Framed Mirrors
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

$2.73M – $3.31M

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Home values near 78 Elmwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
83 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2652 Sq. Ft.	$1,693,589
90 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3428 Sq. Ft.	$2,464,343
70 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2052 Sq. Ft.	$1,363,277
61 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2095 Sq. Ft.	$1,390,602
97 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3133 Sq. Ft.	$2,060,228
83 Pilgrim Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	$2,758,257
1 Linwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1996 Sq. Ft.	$1,808,653

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$1,649,434
94 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5300 Sq. Ft.	$3,086,769
69 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$1,339,111
57 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2161 Sq. Ft.	$1,785,175
74 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1534 Sq. Ft.	$1,476,523
76 Pilgrim Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2075 Sq. Ft.	$1,527,625
4 Linwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3208 Sq. Ft.	$2,060,024

Address	Redfin Estimate
82 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1801 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,175
96 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2809 Sq. Ft.	$1,944,421
67 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 9999 Sq. Ft.	$1,411,138
86 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4040 Sq. Ft.	$2,553,923
73 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2575 Sq. Ft.	$1,773,193
9 Linwood Road, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,717,093
8 Linwood Road, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2878 Sq. Ft.	$2,003,280

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