Off market oct 2011 for $1.5M

$2,591,000

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,933/mo

•

3,816

sq ft

81 Maugus Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Nature lovers paradise! Sophisticated contemporary sits nestled in quiet cul-de-sac abutting 42-acre Centennial Park with hiking trails. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer magnificent, private backyard views with stunning park greenery. Gourmet kitchen with skylight. Large family room, plus solarium. Huge master suite includes marble fp, custom designed marble bath with walk-in dressing rm. Wine cellar. Shops and train are in walking distance in this much sought after area.

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

0.51 acresLot Size

$679Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Cooney • Town and Country Properties

Listed by • Town and Country Properties

Bought with Joan Barrett • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Chestnut Hill

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•Source:MLS PIN #71262044

Redfin Estimate

$2,591,000

$1.1M since sold in October 2011$48K since September

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This home's estimate is 3.4% higher than the average sale price ($2.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$3,305,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,738 sq ft
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,772,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
26 Hobart Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
SOLD DEC 24, 2025
$2,354,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths4,211 sq ft
28 Clovelly, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,230,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,512 sq ft
279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,525,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,497 sq ft
35 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,850,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,016 sq ft
15 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA 02482

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Market trends in 02481, MA

Last updated September 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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OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$1,599,000
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Sale history for 81 Maugus Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,312 (+10.8%)

$1,143,000 + $631,000

$1,774,000

2022

$18,326 (−0.9%)

$945,000 + $624,000

$1,569,000

2021

$18,495 (−1.4%)

$945,000 + $629,000

$1,574,000

2020

$18,750

$1,064,000 + $558,000

$1,622,000

2019

$18,743 (+15.1%)

$1,103,000 + $517,000

$1,620,000

2018

$16,288 (+1.4%)

$888,000 + $475,000

$1,363,000

2017

$16,070 (+1.7%)

$888,000 + $475,000

$1,363,000

2016

$15,805 (+2.2%)

$873,000 + $463,000

$1,336,000

2015

$15,467 (−2.4%)

$873,000 + $465,000

$1,338,000

2014

$15,844 (−3.4%)

$813,000 + $560,000

$1,373,000

2013

$16,403 (+1.8%)

$762,000 + $640,000

$1,402,000

2012

$16,106 (+14.2%)

$762,000 + $641,000

$1,403,000

2011

$14,105 (+4.7%)

$711,000 + $523,000

$1,234,000

2010

$13,467 (+4.6%)

$762,000 + $523,000

$1,285,000

2009

$12,870

$948,000 + $411,000

$1,359,000

Tax history for 81 Maugus Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,312 (+10.8%)

$1,143,000 + $631,000

$1,774,000

2022

$18,326 (−0.9%)

$945,000 + $624,000

$1,569,000

2021

$18,495 (−1.4%)

$945,000 + $629,000

$1,574,000

2020

$18,750

$1,064,000 + $558,000

$1,622,000

2019

$18,743 (+15.1%)

$1,103,000 + $517,000

$1,620,000

2018

$16,288 (+1.4%)

$888,000 + $475,000

$1,363,000

2017

$16,070 (+1.7%)

$888,000 + $475,000

$1,363,000

2016

$15,805 (+2.2%)

$873,000 + $463,000

$1,336,000

2015

$15,467 (−2.4%)

$873,000 + $465,000

$1,338,000

2014

$15,844 (−3.4%)

$813,000 + $560,000

$1,373,000

2013

$16,403 (+1.8%)

$762,000 + $640,000

$1,402,000

2012

$16,106 (+14.2%)

$762,000 + $641,000

$1,403,000

2011

$14,105 (+4.7%)

$711,000 + $523,000

$1,234,000

2010

$13,467 (+4.6%)

$762,000 + $523,000

$1,285,000

2009

$12,870

$948,000 + $411,000

$1,359,000

*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

0.51 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,496

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

258670

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: 6
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
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Master Bedroom Information
Area: 448
Length: 32
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 160
Length: 16
Width: 10
Level: First

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Flooring - Marble,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

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

Living Room Information
Area: 350
Length: 25
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Family Room Information
Area: 490
Length: 35
Width: 14
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Kitchen Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Kitchen Island

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 16X12
Laundry Features: Closet - Linen, First 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, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Wine Cellar, Sun Room, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,816
Foundation Area: 1,776
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.51
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,080
Tax Year: 2011

Utilities

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

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

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Fiske
Middle Or Junior School: Wms
High School: Whs

Location Information
Directions: Rt 16 to Maugus
UnparsedAddress: 81 Maugus Ave, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,496
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 258670

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Mirror In Powder Room,
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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Historical weather

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

$2.46M – $2.98M

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Home values near 81 Maugus Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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84 Maugus Avenue, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3219 Sq. Ft.	$2,680,999

Address	Redfin Estimate
70 Maugus Avenue, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2676 Sq. Ft.	$2,262,508
88 Maugus Avenue, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3578 Sq. Ft.	$2,999,179

Address	Redfin Estimate
78 Maugus Avenue, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3029 Sq. Ft.	$2,788,229
75 Maugus Avenue, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5267 Sq. Ft.	$3,292,761

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