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4 beds2,170 sqft

117 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$795/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Classic, well-maintained colonial in the heart of the coveted Bates School neighborhood! This 4 bed, 2.5 bath property features recent updates, including fresh interior painting, refinished hardwood floors and a newly-renovated powder room. The main level offers a large living room, family room with a vaulted ceiling and adjoining space that is ideal for a home office. The open 2009 kitchen/dining space flows into an expansive sunroom overlooking the level, lushly-landscaped grounds with a heated...Classic, well-maintained colonial in the heart of the coveted Bates School neighborhood! This 4 bed, 2.5 bath property features recent updates, including fresh interior painting, refinished hardwood floors and a newly-renovated powder room. The main level offers a large living room, family room with a vaulted ceiling and adjoining space that is ideal for a home office. The open 2009 kitchen/dining space flows into an expansive sunroom overlooking the level, lushly-landscaped grounds with a heated in-ground pool. The second floor has a large, ensuite primary bedroom, three additional, well-proportioned bedrooms and a recently-updated full bathroom. The lower level has a laundry area with utility sink and offers excellent options for additional living and recreation space. Experience all of the amenities that Wellesley offers, including top-rated schools, a vibrant downtown area with incredible restaurants and shops, and easy access to the train and commuting routes.
Listing Agents
  1. Beyond Boston Properties

    Beyond Boston Properties

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 383-7810

    M: (617) 383-7810

  2. Lisa Curlett

    Lisa Curlett

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781) 267-2844

    M: (781) 267-2844

  3. Maura Dolan

    Maura Dolan

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 448-1346

    M: (617) 448-1346

  4. Tricia Parmele

    Tricia Parmele

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781) 296-0966

    M: (781) 296-0966

Listing closed: 06/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73371164

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,610,000

Avg days on market

9

Sale-to-list ratio

103.9%

Wellesley, MA

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Location

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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 117 Elmwood Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $16,212 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
  • Town: Wellesley
  • MLS Area: Wellesley Hills
  • Area: MA-Wellesley-Wellesley Hills, MA-Wellesley
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 0.35 AC / 15,120 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2170.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bates
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
  • Neighborhood: Wellesley Hills/Bates

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Slider, Home Office, Sun Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Pool - Inground Heated, Screens, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Window Seat
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Remodeled
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Office Level: First

Property Information

Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Pool has not been opened in several years. The photos of the front of the house and sun room have been virtually staged as has the photo of the rear yard to show without a pool. CAC on second floor only.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:157 R:043 S:,263416
  • Assessments: $1,577,000
  • Book: 999
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR15

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 117 Elmwood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73371164

$1,725,000—
May 15, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73371164

—
May 15, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73371164

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73371164

$1,725,000
05/15/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73371164

—
05/15/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73371164

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

117 Elmwood Road

Beds

4

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,170 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,170 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

15,120 SqFt

Schools near 117 Elmwood Road

This home is within Wellesley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 117 Elmwood Road, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,725,000
4
2,170
15,120
–
4
2.5
2,200
16,961
–
5
2.5
2,538
15,012
$572,280
4
2,234
15,001
$1,220,000
4
2,466
15,075
–
3
2.5
1,846
15,118

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