OFF MARKET

Off market jan 2020 for $1.2M

$2,042,075

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,805/mo

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2,428

sq ft

79 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

About this home

A gem in a top location! Charming and full of character you will love this updated four bedroom Colonial in everyone's favorite Dana Hall location steps from the Brook Path and Nehoiden Golf Club! Welcoming foyer leads to beautiful and spacious kitchen with stainless appliances, granite countertops, island, lots of built-ins and fireplace with French doors to lovely bluestone patio and fenced-in landscaped grounds, perennial plantings and stone wall. Versatile floor plan with excellent flow. Comfortable family room opens to kitchen and living/dining room with hardwood floors and fireplace. Upstairs four good sized bedrooms and two full baths. Great finished lower level playroom and generous storage . Close to town center, train, shops and restaurants. A perfect place to call home in time for the holidays!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

10,000 sq ftLot Size

$841Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Petrone-Hunter Realty Group • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with The Tabassi Team • RE/MAX Partners

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•Source:MLS PIN #72591028

Redfin Estimate

$2,042,075

$757K since sold in January 2020$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 11.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.83M) 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 NOV 2, 2026
$1,300,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,570 sq ft
7 Dexter Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,772,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
26 Hobart Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$1,080,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths1,514 sq ft
7 Schaller St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$2,100,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,298 sq ft
16 Abbott St, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,805,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,644 sq ft
22 Lafayette Cir, Wellesley, MA 02482

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$1,053,870

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Market trends in 02482, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.1%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$2.0M

$179K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

9 MoM

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Sale history for 79 Leighton Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72591028

Jan 2, 2020

Sold

$1,285,000

$529/sq ft

Nov 27, 2019

Pending

—

Nov 20, 2019

Contingent

—

Nov 11, 2019

Listed

$1,285,000

$529/sq ft

MLS PIN #71486899

Jun 27, 2013

Sold

$999,500

$412/sq ft

Mar 10, 2013

Contingent

—

Mar 7, 2013

Relisted

—

Mar 3, 2013

Contingent

—

Feb 27, 2013

Listed

$999,000

$411/sq ft

Lovely, updated Colonial in coveted location, just steps to the Brook Path. Gorgeous kitchen, beautiful dining room, fireplaced living room with french doors and many built-ins, generous bedrooms, terrific lower level playroom, plus gorgeous landscaping complete with expanded bluestone patio, fencing, and stone walls. Newer heating system and hot water heater, and 2006 roof. Walk to town, train, Nehoiden and Wellesley College. A gem in a top location!

MLS PIN #30774606

Feb 27, 2004

Sold

$946,000

$390/sq ft

Oct 6, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Sep 30, 2003

Listed

$935,000

$385/sq ft

MLS PIN #50343714

Oct 25, 1996

Sold

$447,000

$184/sq ft

Aug 17, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Aug 13, 1996

Listed

$449,900

$185/sq ft

MLS PIN #50303690

Nov 17, 1995

Sold

$422,900

$174/sq ft

Oct 18, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Oct 3, 1995

Listed

$429,000

$177/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 16, 1994

Sold

$391,000

$161/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 18, 1992

Sold

$317,000

$131/sq ft

Public Records

May 31, 1991

Sold

$261,000

$107/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,030 (+7.7%)

$963,000 + $437,000

$1,400,000

2022

$14,880 (+7.0%)

$833,000 + $441,000

$1,274,000

2021

$13,912 (+9.0%)

$743,000 + $441,000

$1,184,000

2020

$12,762

$743,000 + $361,000

$1,104,000

2019

$12,773 (−3.6%)

$743,000 + $361,000

$1,104,000

2018

$13,253 (+1.4%)

$797,000 + $312,000

$1,109,000

2017

$13,075 (+10.0%)

$797,000 + $312,000

$1,109,000

2015

$11,884 (+11.3%)

$725,000 + $303,000

$1,028,000

2014

$10,675 (+1.4%)

$576,000 + $349,000

$925,000

2013

$10,530 (+1.9%)

$540,000 + $360,000

$900,000

2012

$10,332 (+4.4%)

$540,000 + $360,000

$900,000

2011

$9,898 (+4.8%)

$483,000 + $383,000

$866,000

2010

$9,442 (−2.2%)

$518,000 + $383,000

$901,000

2009

$9,650

$680,000 + $339,000

$1,019,000

Tax history for 79 Leighton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,030 (+7.7%)

$963,000 + $437,000

$1,400,000

2022

$14,880 (+7.0%)

$833,000 + $441,000

$1,274,000

2021

$13,912 (+9.0%)

$743,000 + $441,000

$1,184,000

2020

$12,762

$743,000 + $361,000

$1,104,000

2019

$12,773 (−3.6%)

$743,000 + $361,000

$1,104,000

2018

$13,253 (+1.4%)

$797,000 + $312,000

$1,109,000

2017

$13,075 (+10.0%)

$797,000 + $312,000

$1,109,000

2015

$11,884 (+11.3%)

$725,000 + $303,000

$1,028,000

2014

$10,675 (+1.4%)

$576,000 + $349,000

$925,000

2013

$10,530 (+1.9%)

$540,000 + $360,000

$900,000

2012

$10,332 (+4.4%)

$540,000 + $360,000

$900,000

2011

$9,898 (+4.8%)

$483,000 + $383,000

$866,000

2010

$9,442 (−2.2%)

$518,000 + $383,000

$901,000

2009

$9,650

$680,000 + $339,000

$1,019,000

*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

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,184

Year built

1954

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

262278

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 117
Length: 9
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 135
Length: 9
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Hardwood,Beadboard

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 273
Length: 13
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 209
Length: 11
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 336
Length: 16
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Kitchen, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Beadboard, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,428
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Easements, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,773
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Dover Rd or Washington St
UnparsedAddress: 79 Leighton Rd, Wellesley MA 02482

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,184
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 262278

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Fridge In Basement
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Hunnewell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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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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

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Wellesley, MA • 02482

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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

$1.94M – $2.35M

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Home values near 79 Leighton Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
59 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$2,034,809
73 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2912 Sq. Ft.	$2,244,631
88 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2372 Sq. Ft.	$2,172,824
65 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2566 Sq. Ft.	$2,391,192
24 Birch Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4580 Sq. Ft.	$2,975,717
12 Roanoke Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$2,935,217
5 Midland Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3624 Sq. Ft.	$2,434,452

Address	Redfin Estimate
83 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1806 Sq. Ft.	$1,662,326
74 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2331 Sq. Ft.	$2,257,027
90 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$2,417,695
84 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2139 Sq. Ft.	$2,228,078
15 Roanoke Rd, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2961 Sq. Ft.	$1,710,154
17 Midland Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5210 Sq. Ft.	$3,849,478
44 Dover Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3363 Sq. Ft.	$2,744,148

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2773 Sq. Ft.	$2,139,876
78 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 7 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3512 Sq. Ft.	$2,251,440
69 Leighton Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2354 Sq. Ft.	$2,032,596
22 Birch Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2733 Sq. Ft.	$1,860,469
6 Roanoke Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2156 Sq. Ft.	$1,774,788
7 Midland Rd, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3079 Sq. Ft.	$2,054,272
46 Dover Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3158 Sq. Ft.	$2,538,374

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