OFF MARKET

Off Market Feb 2020 for $1.7M

$2,974,087

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,902/mo

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5,038

sq ft

81 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

A Masterpiece of exceptional quality throughout this home! 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home in Poet's Corner.Built in 2015,freshly painted inside and out! Private,terraced professionally landscaped backyard. The grand entrance in this home opens up to a large coffered ceiling family room,living room and dining room.Side entrance has slate floor mudroom with custom built-ins and bead board leading to a 1st floor study. The grand open floor plan & elegant finishes, will leave you simply amazed!Stunning high end chef's kitchen has full Thermador appliance package and loads of cabinet space.The master bedroom with beautiful master bath includes heated marble flooring. Second floor study has built-in shelving and two built in desks.There is also a laundry room upstairs. Private lower level includes an oversized wet bar with upper and lower cabinets, full bath and extensive built ins.Near to all major commuting routes and shops in Wellesley,Seller will consider Lease to own.

Single-familyProperty Type

2015Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$590Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Deborah Mansour Dawson • Berkshire Realty Group, LLC

Bought with Jill Boudreau Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72565938

Redfin Estimate

$2,974,087

$1.3M since sold in February 2020$0 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.8% lower than the average sale price ($3.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$3,650,000
A
5 beds5.5 baths5,833 sq ft
12 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$3,675,000
B
6 beds4.5 baths5,500 sq ft
23 Priscilla Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,230,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,512 sq ft
279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$3,750,000
D
5 beds5.5 baths5,833 sq ft
10 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,935,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths4,364 sq ft
49 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,700,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths6,032 sq ft
47 Longfellow 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

Recently sold homes

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 81 Emerson Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72565938

Feb 27, 2020

Sold

$1,706,000

$339/sq ft

Jan 22, 2020

Pending

—

Jan 10, 2020

Contingent

—

Dec 4, 2019

Price Changed

$1,745,000

$346/sq ft

Nov 22, 2019

Price Changed

$1,795,000

$356/sq ft

Nov 4, 2019

Price Changed

$1,920,000

$381/sq ft

Oct 4, 2019

Listed

$1,995,000

$396/sq ft

MLS PIN #71611002

Jan 23, 2014

Sold

$675,000

$134/sq ft

Dec 12, 2013

Contingent

—

Dec 6, 2013

Price Changed

$799,000

$159/sq ft

Nov 22, 2013

Listed

$899,000

$178/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1994

Sold

$459,000

$91/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,595 (+9.2%)

$1,322,000 + $826,000

$2,148,000

2022

$22,519 (+6.2%)

$1,144,000 + $784,000

$1,928,000

2021

$21,209 (−8.0%)

$1,021,000 + $784,000

$1,805,000

2020

$23,051 (+4.1%)

$1,021,000 + $973,000

$1,994,000

2019

$22,145 (+4.0%)

$940,000 + $974,000

$1,914,000

2018

$21,295 (+1.4%)

$735,000 + $1,047,000

$1,782,000

2017

$21,010 (+138.8%)

$735,000 + $1,047,000

$1,782,000

2015

$8,797

$761,000

2014

$8,805 (+4.5%)

$630,000 + $133,000

$763,000

2013

$8,424 (+1.9%)

$590,000 + $130,000

$720,000

2012

$8,266 (+8.9%)

$590,000 + $130,000

$720,000

2011

$7,590 (+5.3%)

$528,000 + $136,000

$664,000

2010

$7,210 (−1.5%)

$590,000 + $98,000

$688,000

2009

$7,320

$677,000 + $96,000

$773,000

Tax history for 81 Emerson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,595 (+9.2%)

$1,322,000 + $826,000

$2,148,000

2022

$22,519 (+6.2%)

$1,144,000 + $784,000

$1,928,000

2021

$21,209 (−8.0%)

$1,021,000 + $784,000

$1,805,000

2020

$23,051 (+4.1%)

$1,021,000 + $973,000

$1,994,000

2019

$22,145 (+4.0%)

$940,000 + $974,000

$1,914,000

2018

$21,295 (+1.4%)

$735,000 + $1,047,000

$1,782,000

2017

$21,010 (+138.8%)

$735,000 + $1,047,000

$1,782,000

2015

$8,797

$761,000

2014

$8,805 (+4.5%)

$630,000 + $133,000

$763,000

2013

$8,424 (+1.9%)

$590,000 + $130,000

$720,000

2012

$8,266 (+8.9%)

$590,000 + $130,000

$720,000

2011

$7,590 (+5.3%)

$528,000 + $136,000

$664,000

2010

$7,210 (−1.5%)

$590,000 + $98,000

$688,000

2009

$7,320

$677,000 + $96,000

$773,000

*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

0.61 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,140

Year built

2015

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257566

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: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

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

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Marble,Hot Tub / Spa,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Peninsula

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: Insulated Doors, French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Home Office, Study, Play Room, Bathroom, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,038
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, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,145
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Walnut Street to Emerson Road
UnparsedAddress: 81 Emerson Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,140
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257566

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Schofield Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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 • 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

$2.83M – $3.42M

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Home values near 81 Emerson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
93 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4242 Sq. Ft.	$2,001,707
75 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,355,863

Address	Redfin Estimate
89 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6128 Sq. Ft.	$2,874,178
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

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