Rare jewel-2 1/4 acre estate in heart of Well.Classic turn of cent shingle style home w/exquis detail. Major renovat/addition preserves character. Newer carriage house w studio apt. Gorg bluestone terraces, Gunite heated pool,hot tub,pool house and new wood shed. Grand entry opens to major entertaining spaces.Kit with prof appliances, FR plus 40 ft Great Room w antique beam ceiling and wet bar. Master BR w fp, mahogany deck, and walk-in closet w cherry built-ins. Wine cellar for 1400 bottles.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
2.18 acresLot Size
$698Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathy Riley• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.
Bought with Hilary Maddox• Hammond Residential R. E.
ONE OF WELLESLEY'S SECRET TREASURES ON 1.5 ACRE....... WOODLAND SETTING. A PRIVATE SANCTUARY YET CONVENIENT LOCALE. FORMER BABSON HOME W/WONDRFUL DETAIL, 9FT CEIL INGS, GRAND ENTERTAINING RMS & ENTRY HALL. SPAC. 80'S KIT/FAM RM
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$58,647 (+1.9%)
$2,233,000 + $2,889,000
$5,122,000
2022
$57,571 (+2.3%)
$2,001,000 + $2,928,000
$4,929,000
2021
$56,294 (+1.6%)
$1,863,000 + $2,928,000
$4,791,000
2020
$55,384 (−1.5%)
$1,863,000 + $2,928,000
$4,791,000
2019
$56,230 (+18.2%)
$1,932,000 + $2,928,000
$4,860,000
2018
$47,573 (+1.4%)
$982,000 + $2,999,000
$3,981,000
2017
$46,936 (−5.7%)
$982,000 + $2,999,000
$3,981,000
2015
$49,789 (−1.9%)
$965,000 + $3,342,000
$4,307,000
2014
$50,776 (−10.7%)
$899,000 + $3,501,000
$4,400,000
2013
$56,874 (+1.9%)
$843,000 + $4,018,000
$4,861,000
2012
$55,804 (+1.3%)
$843,000 + $4,018,000
$4,861,000
2011
$55,104 (+7.7%)
$787,000 + $4,034,000
$4,821,000
2010
$51,163 (+12.4%)
$843,000 + $4,039,000
$4,882,000
2009
$45,513
$1,049,000 + $3,757,000
$4,806,000
Tax history for 90 and 56 Seaward
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$58,647 (+1.9%)
$2,233,000 + $2,889,000
$5,122,000
2022
$57,571 (+2.3%)
$2,001,000 + $2,928,000
$4,929,000
2021
$56,294 (+1.6%)
$1,863,000 + $2,928,000
$4,791,000
2020
$55,384 (−1.5%)
$1,863,000 + $2,928,000
$4,791,000
2019
$56,230 (+18.2%)
$1,932,000 + $2,928,000
$4,860,000
2018
$47,573 (+1.4%)
$982,000 + $2,999,000
$3,981,000
2017
$46,936 (−5.7%)
$982,000 + $2,999,000
$3,981,000
2015
$49,789 (−1.9%)
$965,000 + $3,342,000
$4,307,000
2014
$50,776 (−10.7%)
$899,000 + $3,501,000
$4,400,000
2013
$56,874 (+1.9%)
$843,000 + $4,018,000
$4,861,000
2012
$55,804 (+1.3%)
$843,000 + $4,018,000
$4,861,000
2011
$55,104 (+7.7%)
$787,000 + $4,034,000
$4,821,000
2010
$51,163 (+12.4%)
$843,000 + $4,039,000
$4,882,000
2009
$45,513
$1,049,000 + $3,757,000
$4,806,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
7
Baths
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.58 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
8,954
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
259051
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 5
# of Covered Spaces: 5
Parking Spaces: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Wainscoting, Bedroom, Great Room, Library, Sitting Room, Play Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 9,578
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: natural
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced, Invisible
Roof: Wood, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Guest House, Invisible Fence, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Cabana, Guest House
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.18
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Private Road, Dead End
Directions: Rt. 16 West or East, turn onto Seaward Rd at Cliff Rd traffic light.
UnparsedAddress: 90 and 56 Seaward, Wellesley MA 02481
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 8,954
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Norfolk County
APN: 259051
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
Exclusions: Some Light Fixtures- See Listing Broker
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Wellesley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Wellesley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$6.35M – $7.68M
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