Last Sold Price
5 beds4,462 sqft$320/sqft
161 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

Description

Spectacular Country Club Colonial overflowing with natural light features ten rooms of open living space. Formal fireplaced living room and generous dining room offer inviting entertaining space. Expansive eat-in chef's kitchen opens to family room with vaulted ceilings and direct access to beautiful patio. Master suite balcony overlooks private beautiful backyard. Recreation and game room in lower level complete this lovely home. Wonderful curb appeal.Spectacular Country Club Colonial overflowing with natural light features ten rooms of open living space. Formal fireplaced living room and generous dining room offer inviting entertaining space. Expansive eat-in chef's kitchen opens to family room with vaulted ceilings and direct access to beautiful patio. Master suite balcony overlooks private beautiful backyard. Recreation and game room in lower level complete this lovely home. Wonderful curb appeal.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/16/2012 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Debi Benoit • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 161 Forest Street

Status
MLS #
71344709
Days on Market
140
Taxes
$17,128 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1994
Town
Wellesley
MLS Area
Wellesley Hills
Area
MA-Wellesley-Wellesley Hills, MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Debi Benoit

Sold By William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Debi Benoit

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Building Information for 161 Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1994Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,001 SF

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$8,696 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,269

Property Taxes

$1,427

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 161 Forest Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4462.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Fiske
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
  • Neighborhood: Wellesley Country Club
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Mud Room, Study, Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 225.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Balcony - Exterior,Hot Tub / Spa,Double Vanity
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 165.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 368.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Double Vanity
  • Bedroom5 Length: 23.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 16.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 208.0
  • Dining Room Features: Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 336.0
  • Family Room Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Length: 21.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 360.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 24.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 10X8
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 360.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:056 R:001 S:N,258683
  • Assessments: $1,492,000
  • Book: 9997
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Zoning: SRD 20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 161 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 16, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #336626721

$1,430,000

+8.3% / yr

Aug 16, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71344709

$1,430,000
Jul 7, 2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71344709

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/16/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #336626721

$1,430,000

+8.3% / yr

08/16/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71344709

$1,430,000
07/07/2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71344709

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

Public Records for 161 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,283,000Additions$834,000Total$2,117,000
Tax Record2025$21,763 ($1,814 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,271 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,271 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1994Year Renovated1994ZoningSR20CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:056 R:001 S:N

Schools near 161 Forest Street

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
Joseph E. Fiske 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: 161 Forest Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,430,000
5
4,462
20,001
$2,075,000
6
6,540
20,004
$327,000
4
4.5
4,955
20,004
$2,090,000
6
6,480
20,002
$1,995,000
5
4,816
20,001
$2,395,000
6
5,763
32,840

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Debi Benoit

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