Move-in ready, couldn't-be-prettier home! This fabulous Royal Barry Wills Cape is nestled in a natural woodland setting just steps to the Fells offers 3 or 4 bedrooms! Renovated and sleek. First floor master can be a family room, as it's used now...3 more bedrooms upstairs! Kitchen was renovated in 2014, and it's sleek and contemporary with granite, stainless steel and propane gas cooking. The French doors in the dining room lead you outside to an abundant natural setting, starting with a mahogany porch and leading to gardens and flat yard. The hardwood is stained a dark walnut and is just stunning throughout. Enjoy ample 3-car off-street parking, beautiful rock walls, lovely back yard and tons of natural light that floods this home. Very private and serene. Close to the town center, highways, schools and just 8 miles to Boston! A+++ neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
10,544 sq ftLot Size
$803Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Nancy Pallotta• Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Ida Bianco• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winchester
Gas oven/range fueled by propane (heat is oil). Laundry in small, unfinished basement. Darkly stained oak hardwood on both floors. Kitchen on small side but modern and cute with a small bay window. Ceiling heights very varied and a bit low at points...
on second floor due to roof line.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Terence Egan
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 38 Fells Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72463648
Apr 25, 2019
Sold
$880,000
$499/sq ft
Mar 20, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 12, 2019
Listed
$879,000
$499/sq ft
MLS PIN #71845974
Aug 3, 2015
Sold
$830,000
$471/sq ft
Jun 1, 2015
Pending
—
May 28, 2015
Listed
$749,000
$425/sq ft
+24
Absolutely adorable, MOVE-IN condition cape. Serene setting in a beautiful neighborhood, just steps from the Fells Reservation. Brand new, pristine, white kitchen w/ granite counters, SS appliances, double oven, glass tile backsplash. Crisp, fresh, neutral light gray walls & white trim throughout. New, chic, dark walnut floors in kitchen & 2nd floor. Flexible floor plan (attached). 1st floor BR/ family room. Office now serves as a perfect nursery. Many windows & wonderful views from every room. Tons of natural light. French doors in dining room lead to a wrap around mahogany deck that can also be accessed from the kitchen. Entertain in style in your own "outdoor oasis" of mature trees, lovely stone walls & colorful perennial plantings. Large, level play area & storage shed in back. All this beauty, the coveted Winchester schools & so convenient to everything. Just 9 miles/ 15 min. drive to Boston. 1 mile to beautiful Winchester Center & Commuter Rail. 3 stops/ 20 min. to North Station
MLS PIN #71587502
Jan 27, 2014
Sold
$690,000
$392/sq ft
Sep 30, 2013
Contingent
—
Sep 23, 2013
Listed
$719,000
$408/sq ft
+6
This picturesque 3 bedroom Cape combines country living with easy access to downtown Boston. Serene setting with wonderful seasonal views. Flowering perennials provide a colorful accent to the landscape in spring and summer and Fall foliage is starting right now! First floor family room. Dining room with French doors opening to a wrap around deck which includes a private sitting area off the kitchen. Don't miss the large level play area in the backyard. A 'little slice of heaven'!!
Public Records
Jun 30, 2009
Sold
$600,000
$341/sq ft
MLS PIN #70909140
Jun 30, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jun 30, 2009
Sold
$600,000
$341/sq ft
Jun 3, 2009
Contingent
—
Apr 27, 2009
Listed
$589,000
$334/sq ft
MLS PIN #30505838
Jul 12, 2001
Sold
$487,500
$277/sq ft
May 31, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 2001
Listed
$489,900
$278/sq ft
MLS PIN #50377928
Aug 29, 1997
Sold
$370,000
$210/sq ft
Jun 15, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jun 4, 1997
Listed
$385,000
$219/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 15, 1993
Sold
$210,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,497 (+3.1%)
$841,200 + $375,800
$1,217,000
2024
$13,088 (+3.5%)
$781,100 + $374,100
$1,155,200
2023
$12,641 (+3.0%)
$781,100 + $374,100
$1,155,200
2022
$12,275 (+3.0%)
$630,900 + $350,300
$981,200
2021
$11,914 (+3.6%)
$578,300 + $350,300
$928,600
2020
$11,505 (+12.1%)
$578,300 + $350,300
$928,600
2019
$10,263 (+3.5%)
$503,200 + $344,300
$847,500
2018
$9,915 (+1.8%)
$479,200 + $334,200
$813,400
2017
$9,739 (+12.7%)
$479,200 + $313,900
$793,100
2016
$8,642 (+3.9%)
$479,200 + $260,700
$739,900
2015
$8,316 (+8.4%)
$435,600 + $249,400
$685,000
2014
$7,673 (+0.4%)
$364,300 + $241,800
$606,100
2013
$7,644 (+1.8%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2012
$7,512 (+3.7%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2011
$7,243 (+0.5%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2010
$7,210 (+2.1%)
$371,000 + $255,400
$626,400
2009
$7,060
$371,000 + $255,400
$626,400
Tax history for 38 Fells Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,497 (+3.1%)
$841,200 + $375,800
$1,217,000
2024
$13,088 (+3.5%)
$781,100 + $374,100
$1,155,200
2023
$12,641 (+3.0%)
$781,100 + $374,100
$1,155,200
2022
$12,275 (+3.0%)
$630,900 + $350,300
$981,200
2021
$11,914 (+3.6%)
$578,300 + $350,300
$928,600
2020
$11,505 (+12.1%)
$578,300 + $350,300
$928,600
2019
$10,263 (+3.5%)
$503,200 + $344,300
$847,500
2018
$9,915 (+1.8%)
$479,200 + $334,200
$813,400
2017
$9,739 (+12.7%)
$479,200 + $313,900
$793,100
2016
$8,642 (+3.9%)
$479,200 + $260,700
$739,900
2015
$8,316 (+8.4%)
$435,600 + $249,400
$685,000
2014
$7,673 (+0.4%)
$364,300 + $241,800
$606,100
2013
$7,644 (+1.8%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2012
$7,512 (+3.7%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2011
$7,243 (+0.5%)
$364,300 + $234,300
$598,600
2010
$7,210 (+2.1%)
$371,000 + $255,400
$626,400
2009
$7,060
$371,000 + $255,400
$626,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Sprinkler System, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,263.22
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hillcrest to Fells
UnparsedAddress: 38 Fells Rd, Winchester MA 01890
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, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,762
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3834468S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Stereo Speakers, Tvs And Wall Mounts
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Muraco Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
McCall Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Winchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Winchester, MA • 01890
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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61
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67
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75
57
64
46
53
36
39
24
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.34M – $1.63M
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