81 Garden Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,875,000
Est. $9,980/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,217
Sq Ft
$583
Price/Sq Ft
0.48
Acres
1928
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 30, 2025 • MLS# 73369835 Copied!

About this home

Nestled in one of Wellesley’s most coveted neighborhoods, this classic 1920’s brick Tudor offers timeless architecture and endless potential. With 9 rooms including 5 bedrooms—one conveniently located on the first floor and perfect for a home office or guest suite—this home is full of flexible living space and character. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and room for casual dining. Original details and generous room sizes set the stage for a stunning renovation or restoration. Set on a just over 20,000 square foot lot and surrounded by other stately homes, this property is a rare opportunity to create your dream home in a prime Cliff Estates location.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,217 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,275,000
Final Sale Price: $1,875,000
Difference: $400,000 (-17.6%)
Performance Metrics
82.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $707
Sale $/sq ft: $583
This property sold for $583 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 17.6% below the original asking price.

With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1928
Living Area 3,217 sq ft
Lot Size 0.48 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture Tudor
Roof Slate
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

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

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $20,210
Assessed Value $1,966,000

Location

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Neighborhood

81 Garden Rd, Wellesley MA 02481

Wellesley, MA 02481

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Sprague
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Wms
Rating information coming soon
High School
Whs
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,684
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

17.6%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 19, 2025
$1,875,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
May 5, 2025
$2,275,000
Original listing
Agent: Betsy Kessler Office: Rutledge Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 5, 2025 New Listing Added $2,275,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$583

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $20,210 $1,966,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$20,210
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,966,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Betsy Kessler
Listing Office Rutledge Properties
Agent MLS ID BB983040
Office MLS ID BB3820

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