OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2016 for $810K

$1,400,270

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,349/mo

•

1,617

sq ft

85 Prospect St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

Classic 1920's side entrance Dutch Colonial located along a lightly traveled side street in a wonderful family friendly neighborhood! The first level offers a lovely tiled foyer, a formal living room with wood burning fireplace, a light filled den and a spacious dining room that opens to the sparkling white kitchen with granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances. This level also includes a half bath, mudroom w/ access to the level back yard and the two car detached garage. The second floor includes 3 bedrooms and the family bath. The finished lower level boasts a family room, an office space, laundry and a cedar closet. Other features of the home include hardwood floors, central air, professional landscaping and a sprinkler system. Walk to Warren Park, Schofield elementary school, the commuter rail and the shops & restaurants of Lower Falls. Wonderful commuting location w/ easy access to Rt 9, Rt.128 and the Mass Pike just moments away. Move right in!

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

8,197 sq ftLot Size

$866Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Christine Norcross and Partners • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Paul Cottone • The Cottone Co., Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72042133

Redfin Estimate

$1,400,270

$590K since sold in September 2016$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 9.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.28M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,415,000
A
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SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,337,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
8 Damien Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 6, 2025
$1,270,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,925 sq ft
5 Grayson, Newton, MA 02462
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,335,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,332 sq ft
320 Quinobequin Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,300,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,327 sq ft
215 Dorset Rd, Waban, MA 02468
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$1,016,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,521 sq ft
6 Oakland Cir, 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

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Sale history for 85 Prospect St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72042133

Sep 2, 2016

Sold

$810,000

$501/sq ft

Jul 26, 2016

Pending

—

Jul 22, 2016

Listed

$815,000

$504/sq ft

MLS PIN #71397406

Aug 6, 2012

Sold

$725,000

$448/sq ft

Jun 19, 2012

Contingent

—

Jun 15, 2012

Listed

$725,000

$448/sq ft

+17

Absolutely charming Dutch Colonial located in Wellesley Lower falls! This home has been completely renovated with today’s modern conveniences. This home features Living Room with fireplace, hardwood floors, sparkling white Kitchen with granite & new stainless appliances, sunroom, new full bath, fully finished basement with family Room, office, laundry & cedar closet. New central air & prof landscaping. Walk to Warren Park & commuter rail, shops & restaurants!

MLS PIN #70664261

Nov 26, 2007

Sold

$699,000

$432/sq ft

Nov 3, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Oct 16, 2007

Listed

$710,000

$439/sq ft

Charming Dutch colonial in Wellesley Lower Falls! This quaint 1925 home is updated with many of today's conveniences and style. This home features a kitchen with granite counter tops and white cabinets, a bright sunroom, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, finished basement with family room, laundry, and a separate office. Recent updates include: new windows, new roof & recent exterior paint. A two car garage adds to this treasure. Short walk to Warren Park, Commuter Rail, and Wellesley Lower Falls shops.

Public Records

Aug 28, 2000

Sold

$519,000

$321/sq ft

MLS PIN #50393621

May 17, 1998

Sold

$375,000

$232/sq ft

Mar 14, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Mar 11, 1998

Listed

$369,000

$228/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 28, 1991

Sold

$245,000

$152/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 26, 1989

Sold

$286,000

$177/sq ft

Public Records

May 13, 1988

Sold

$267,900

$166/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,473 (+8.1%)

$757,000 + $245,000

$1,002,000

2022

$10,617 (+11.5%)

$650,000 + $259,000

$909,000

2021

$9,518 (+1.6%)

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2020

$9,364

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2019

$9,372 (+8.3%)

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2018

$8,652 (+1.4%)

$546,000 + $178,000

$724,000

2017

$8,536 (+1.6%)

$546,000 + $178,000

$724,000

2016

$8,399 (+4.1%)

$537,000 + $173,000

$710,000

2015

$8,069 (+6.9%)

$523,000 + $175,000

$698,000

2014

$7,547 (+3.5%)

$433,000 + $221,000

$654,000

2013

$7,289 (+1.6%)

$406,000 + $217,000

$623,000

2012

$7,175 (+0.6%)

$416,000 + $209,000

$625,000

2011

$7,132 (+4.2%)

$407,000 + $217,000

$624,000

2010

$6,843 (+12.0%)

$436,000 + $217,000

$653,000

2009

$6,108

$462,000 + $183,000

$645,000

Tax history for 85 Prospect St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,473 (+8.1%)

$757,000 + $245,000

$1,002,000

2022

$10,617 (+11.5%)

$650,000 + $259,000

$909,000

2021

$9,518 (+1.6%)

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2020

$9,364

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2019

$9,372 (+8.3%)

$565,000 + $245,000

$810,000

2018

$8,652 (+1.4%)

$546,000 + $178,000

$724,000

2017

$8,536 (+1.6%)

$546,000 + $178,000

$724,000

2016

$8,399 (+4.1%)

$537,000 + $173,000

$710,000

2015

$8,069 (+6.9%)

$523,000 + $175,000

$698,000

2014

$7,547 (+3.5%)

$433,000 + $221,000

$654,000

2013

$7,289 (+1.6%)

$406,000 + $217,000

$623,000

2012

$7,175 (+0.6%)

$416,000 + $209,000

$625,000

2011

$7,132 (+4.2%)

$407,000 + $217,000

$624,000

2010

$6,843 (+12.0%)

$436,000 + $217,000

$653,000

2009

$6,108

$462,000 + $183,000

$645,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1980

Sq. Ft.

1,617

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

257801

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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 228
Length: 19
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 374
Length: 17
Width: 22
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access

Office Room Information
Level: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Office, Sun Room, Mud Room, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,617
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

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

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,399.30
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Walnut to Fairbanks to Prospect
UnparsedAddress: 85 Prospect Street, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,617
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Norfolk County
APN: 257801

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

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 • 2.0mi

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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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

$1.33M – $1.61M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
113 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3581 Sq. Ft.	$1,894,313
80 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1822 Sq. Ft.	$1,472,185

Address	Redfin Estimate
119 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1684 Sq. Ft.	$1,076,220
78 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1725 Sq. Ft.	$1,314,025

Address	Redfin Estimate
118 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1722 Sq. Ft.	$1,363,833
76 Prospect Street, Wellesley, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1168 Sq. Ft.	$1,173,833

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