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5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Wellesley, MA 02481
$2,195,000
Est. $12,730/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,811
Sq Ft
$781
Price/Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
1936
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
9 hours 18 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 2, 2026 • MLS# 73481579 Copied!

About this home

Set on a tree-lined street in everyone’s favorite Poet’s Corner neighborhood, this 1930s Colonial blends timeless character with modern comfort. A handsome slate roof and welcoming façade set the tone for the gracious interiors within. The home offers five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, including a serene primary suite with ensuite bath. The floor plan features front and back staircases, central air, and a finished third floor with two generously sized bedrooms and an updated bath—ideal for guests, teens, or a home office. Outside, enjoy a charming brick patio, fenced yard, and easy access to Warren Park, major routes, and Boston.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1936
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,811 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Open House Schedule

03
Mar
Tuesday, March 3
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1936
Living Area 2,811 sq ft
Lot Size 0.26 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bonus Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Slate
Features Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $17,176
Assessed Value $1,689,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bonus Room, Bathroom
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1936
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Neighborhood

5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Wellesley, MA 02481

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Nearby Schools

School District
Wellesley School District local
A+
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
81% attend college
78% 4-Year 3% 2-Year 56% Out of State 2% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.5% In-School
↓ 5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
St. John the Evangelist School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Star Academy Boston (Wellesley Campus)
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
Tenacre Country Day School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Schofield School
0.5 mi | #141 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-0.9 below state avg
291 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Preschool at Wellesley Schools
0.8 mi
87 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Joseph E Fiske School
0.9 mi | #32 of 824 | Score: 63.6
Improved 28 spots from last year
+5.4 above state avg
278 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Sprague Elementary School
2.1 mi | #165 of 824 | Score: 56.3
Dropped 129 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
289 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A
Hunnewell School
2.2 mi | #162 of 824 | Score: 56.6
Dropped 73 spots from last year
-1.6 below state avg
294 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Katharine Lee Bates School
2.3 mi | #119 of 824 | Score: 58.1
Dropped 114 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
286 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
John D Hardy School
2.6 mi | #51 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
280 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Wellesley Middle School
1.8 mi | #7 of 352 | Score: 64.5
Same rank as last year
+6.3 above state avg
919 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Dana Hall School
2.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Wellesley Sr High School
1.5 mi | #28 of 346 | Score: 71.3
Improved 63 spots from last year
+13.1 above state avg
1,262 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,762 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
North American Hockey Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2026
$2,195,000
Original listing
Agent: Betsy Kessler Office: Rutledge Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 2, 2026 New Listing Added $2,195,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
9 hours 18 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$781

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $17,176 $1,689,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,176
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,689,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Betsy Kessler
Listing Office Rutledge Properties
Agent MLS ID BB983040
Office MLS ID BB3820
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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