53 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley MA 02481
Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,950,000
Est. $11,709/month
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About this home
Bring your vision to life in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods. Situated on nearly an acre in the heart of the Bates neighborhood, this property offers exciting possibilities. Transform the current home or start fresh and create something entirely your own. Enjoy a wonderful setting close to Bates Elementary, Boulder Brook conservation land, walking and hiking trails, and nearby tennis courts. An exceptional chance to make your mark in a location that is hard to beat. Demo permit in hand. Buyer and buyer’s agent are responsible for conducting their own due diligence.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 19, 2026
$1,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Donahue Maley and Burns Team
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,950,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,779 | $1,924,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$19,779
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,924,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Land
Style
Residential
Lot Size
0.92 acres
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Pool
None
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None
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None
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On-site
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Public
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Public Sewer
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On-site
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None
Financial
Annual Tax
$19,779
Assessed Value
$1,924,000
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None
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None
Accepted Financing
None
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None
County
Norfolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Residential
Listing Type
For Sale
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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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Star Academy Boston (Wellesley Campus)
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Tenacre Country Day School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
St. John the Evangelist School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Katharine Lee Bates School
0.3 mi
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#119 of 824
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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
0.4 mi
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#51 of 824
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Score: 62.2
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
280 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Sprague Elementary School
0.8 mi
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#165 of 824
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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
1.4 mi
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#162 of 824
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Score: 56.6
Dropped 73 spots from last year
-1.6 below state avg
294 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Schofield School
3.0 mi
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#141 of 824
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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
3.2 mi
87 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Joseph E Fiske School
3.2 mi
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#32 of 824
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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
Middle Schools
1 school
A+
Wellesley Middle School
1.1 mi
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#7 of 352
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Score: 64.5
Same rank as last year
+6.3 above state avg
919 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Dana Hall School
1.7 mi
Grades 06-12
North American Hockey Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 09-12
A+
Wellesley Sr High School
1.7 mi
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#28 of 346
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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
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53 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley MA 02481
Wellesley, MA 02481
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Donahue Maley and Burns Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
781-365-9954
Agent MLS ID
TM003438
Office MLS ID
AN5216
Listing Data Updated
Aug 18, 2026 8:05 PM EDT
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