2,527 Sq. Ft.
$633 / Sq. Ft.
2,527
Sq. Ft.
$633
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the heart of the beloved College Heights neighborhood, this charming colonial blends timeless character with modern comforts. Sunlight pours through new windows, highlighting high ceilings and gleaming wood floor. The first floor offers a welcoming living room with a cozy gas fireplace, a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen overlooking the deck and spacious yard and gardens, PLUS a comfortable family room adjacent to the kitchen. Upstairs, you’ll find a serene primary suite, convenient...Nestled in the heart of the beloved College Heights neighborhood, this charming colonial blends timeless character with modern comforts. Sunlight pours through new windows, highlighting high ceilings and gleaming wood floor. The first floor offers a welcoming living room with a cozy gas fireplace, a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen overlooking the deck and spacious yard and gardens, PLUS a comfortable family room adjacent to the kitchen. Upstairs, you’ll find a serene primary suite, convenient laundry, and three additional bedrooms. A walk-up attic provides extra storage, while the partially finished basement includes a workroom and plenty of storage space. Outside, a storage shed adds even more functionality. De-leaded house. All this, just minutes from the train and everything Wellesley has to offer.

Listing Agents

  1. Lynn Donahue

    Lynn Donahue

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    lynn.donahue@compass.com

    P: (781)-264-5225

  2. Donna Maley

    Donna Maley

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    donna.maley@compass.com

    P: (508)-254-9288

Property Details for 21 Howe Street

Town
Wellesley
Area
MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Antique
Style
Antique
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Open Houses

Saturday, May 2nd12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sunday, May 3rd2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2026 12:07 PM

Property Details for 21 Howe Street

StatusNew
MLS #73509945
Days on Market3
Taxes$12,840 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1921
CountyNorfolk County
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Building Information for 21 Howe Street

Stories-Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,630 SF

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$9,122 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,052

Property Taxes

$1,070

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 21 Howe Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Living Area: 2527.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Sprague
  • High School: Wps
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Solar Hot Water, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Play Room, Walk-up Attic
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, 2 Units
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Knob & Tube Wiring
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 218.4
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.8
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 136.4
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.4
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 136.4
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.4
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 145.41
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 13.1
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.1
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 218.4
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Length: 13.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 16.8
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 209.44
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 15.4
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.6
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 180.78
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.8
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Small amount of knob and tube wire see list agent for details. Solar tubes in yard for heating hot water. House has been de-leaded.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:149 R:080 S:,263333
  • Assessments: $1,249,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 21 Howe Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509945

$1,599,000
May 4, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444567

$240,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509945

$1,599,000
05/04/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444567

$240,000

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

Public Records for 21 Howe Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,036,000Additions$213,000Total$1,249,000
Tax Record2025$12,840 ($1,070 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,148 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,148 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,630 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921Year Renovated1998ZoningSR10CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:149 R:080 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 21 Howe 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
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Sprague Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley High School
Public9 to 12

St Paul School
PrivatePK to 8

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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A picturesque town with pristine homes and green space, and a strong academic pedigree too. Located approximately 17 miles southwest of Boston, Wellesley is an affluent country-style suburb with six distinct neighborhoods and convenient access to the city.

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21 Howe Street is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02482. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,599,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on May 4, 1994. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Sprague Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School. 21 Howe Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,527 sqft single family home built in 1921.

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