OFF MARKET

Off market may 2018 for $1.1M

$1,818,809

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,754/mo

•

2,013

sq ft

86 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

A fabulous Country Club location for this wonderful Cape Colonial! Awaiting the next owner's touch, this lovely home has all the distinctive and quality elements buyers want including tall ceilings, period moldings, a slate roof and polished hardwoods The front foyer is open, bright, and flows into an expansive living room that is centered by a handsome fireplace wall with floor-to-ceiling wood mantel. The bedrooms are all spacious, with ample closet space. The master is ensuite, with a walk-in closet. Other bonuses include a young central air system and a roomy two-car garage. The yard is lush and rolling. Put on your walking shoes and follow the sidewalk to the high school, commuter rail, shops, restaurants and of course the Brook Path which are all minutes away. This special home is a great find!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.37 acresLot Size

$904Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Teri Adler • Pinnacle Residential

Bought with Olivia Brown • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72293409

Redfin Estimate

$1,818,809

$694K since sold in May 2018$10K since September

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This home's estimate is 33% higher than the average sale price ($1.37M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,282,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$1,505,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,496 sq ft
7 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,130,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,431 sq ft
36 Kimlo Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$1,511,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
81 Seaver St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,250,000
F
3 beds3 baths1,808 sq ft
12 Wareland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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

Recently sold homes

20 MoM

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$4,350,000
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$3,195,000
5 beds4.5 baths5,044 sq ft
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Sale history for 86 Forest St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72293409

May 25, 2018

Sold

$1,125,000

$559/sq ft

Mar 25, 2018

Pending

—

Mar 14, 2018

Listed

$1,150,000

$571/sq ft

MLS PIN #50301570

Feb 8, 1996

Sold

$457,500

$227/sq ft

Jan 9, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Sep 16, 1995

Listed

$495,850

$246/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 30, 1992

Sold

$437,805

$217/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,045 (+5.0%)

$1,034,000 + $280,000

$1,314,000

2022

$14,331 (+4.9%)

$927,000 + $300,000

$1,227,000

2021

$13,665 (+1.6%)

$863,000 + $300,000

$1,163,000

2020

$13,444 (+4.0%)

$863,000 + $300,000

$1,163,000

2019

$12,924 (+17.2%)

$895,000 + $222,000

$1,117,000

2018

$11,030 (+1.4%)

$820,000 + $103,000

$923,000

2017

$10,882 (+5.3%)

$820,000 + $103,000

$923,000

2015

$10,335 (+8.3%)

$807,000 + $87,000

$894,000

2014

$9,544 (+6.2%)

$715,000 + $112,000

$827,000

2013

$8,986 (+1.9%)

$670,000 + $98,000

$768,000

2012

$8,817 (+6.0%)

$670,000 + $98,000

$768,000

2011

$8,321 (+2.7%)

$625,000 + $103,000

$728,000

2010

$8,101 (−7.5%)

$670,000 + $103,000

$773,000

2009

$8,760

$834,000 + $91,000

$925,000

Tax history for 86 Forest St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,045 (+5.0%)

$1,034,000 + $280,000

$1,314,000

2022

$14,331 (+4.9%)

$927,000 + $300,000

$1,227,000

2021

$13,665 (+1.6%)

$863,000 + $300,000

$1,163,000

2020

$13,444 (+4.0%)

$863,000 + $300,000

$1,163,000

2019

$12,924 (+17.2%)

$895,000 + $222,000

$1,117,000

2018

$11,030 (+1.4%)

$820,000 + $103,000

$923,000

2017

$10,882 (+5.3%)

$820,000 + $103,000

$923,000

2015

$10,335 (+8.3%)

$807,000 + $87,000

$894,000

2014

$9,544 (+6.2%)

$715,000 + $112,000

$827,000

2013

$8,986 (+1.9%)

$670,000 + $98,000

$768,000

2012

$8,817 (+6.0%)

$670,000 + $98,000

$768,000

2011

$8,321 (+2.7%)

$625,000 + $103,000

$728,000

2010

$8,101 (−7.5%)

$670,000 + $103,000

$773,000

2009

$8,760

$834,000 + $91,000

$925,000

*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

0.37 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,065

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

259085

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

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

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

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access

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

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

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

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

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Den, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,013
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,030
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Forest Street
UnparsedAddress: 86 Forest St, Wellesley MA 02481

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,065
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259085

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Listing Broker
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Wellesley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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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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

$1.73M – $2.09M

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Home values near 86 Forest St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
81 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5656 Sq. Ft.	$3,872,433
72 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3424 Sq. Ft.	$2,622,626

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7034 Sq. Ft.	$5,363,253
78 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4292 Sq. Ft.	$2,808,234

Address	Redfin Estimate
73 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4280 Sq. Ft.	$2,879,777
82 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3572 Sq. Ft.	$2,502,925

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