30 S River St

3,012 Sq. Ft.
$556 / Sq. Ft.
3,012
Sq. Ft.
$556
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare riverfront sanctuary with a front-row seat to nature’s quiet beauty. This unique home is set among lush perennial gardens offering abundant privacy and a peaceful natural backdrop. Built in 1862, the home has been thoughtfully expanded over the years while preserving its original character. River views can be enjoyed from nearly every room and are especially striking from the expansive glass-enclosed sunroom. Recent upgrades include interior and exterior painting, a new roof, HVAC, windows,...A rare riverfront sanctuary with a front-row seat to nature’s quiet beauty. This unique home is set among lush perennial gardens offering abundant privacy and a peaceful natural backdrop. Built in 1862, the home has been thoughtfully expanded over the years while preserving its original character. River views can be enjoyed from nearly every room and are especially striking from the expansive glass-enclosed sunroom. Recent upgrades include interior and exterior painting, a new roof, HVAC, windows, doors, and more. The open, flexible layout is perfect for creative living, entertaining, and working from home. Ideally located with easy access to Wellesley Center, South Natick, and Elm Bank Reservation. Whether you’re an artist, gardener, or nature lover seeking peace and beauty, this is a truly special offering.
  1. Listed by Amy Jacobson • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 30 South River Street

Town
Wellesley
Area
MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
Style
Garden, Farmhouse
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
5.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 04/13/2026 03:08 AM

Property Details for 30 South River Street

StatusActive
MLS #73499017
Days on Market15
Taxes$14,053 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1862
CountyNorfolk County

Location

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Building Information for 30 South River Street

Stories-Year Built1862Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,719 SF

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$9,606 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,434

Property Taxes

$1,171

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 30 South River Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Living Area: 3012.0
  • Color: Hale Navy
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Hunnewell
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
  • Basement Features: Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • 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: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet bar, Bathroom - Half, Beamed Ceilings, Sun Room, Sitting Room, Study, Office, Loft
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Gas Dryer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Balcony, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
  • Lot Description: Flood Plain
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 306.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 264.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 24.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 304.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 19.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 240.0
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight,Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X7
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 364.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 195.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,French Doors
  • Room Office Length: 15.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Public record is 2 bedroom. Study/3rd bedroom on first floor.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:178 R:004 S:,264188
  • Assessments: $1,367,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR15
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 5
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 30 South River Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73499017

$1,675,000
Jul 28, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73110218

$1,300,000
Jun 21, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73110218

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73499017

$1,675,000
07/28/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73110218

$1,300,000
06/21/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73110218

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

Public Records for 30 South River Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,166,000Additions$201,000Total$1,367,000
Tax Record2025$14,053 ($1,171 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,012 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,012 SqFtStories2Lot Size17,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1862Year Renovated1998ZoningSR15CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:178 R:004 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 30 South River 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
Hunnewell Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley High School
Public9 to 12

Riverbend 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.

Wellesley
Wellesley
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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30 South River Street is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02482. This property was listed for sale on April 9, 2026 by William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, it's currently listed at $1,675,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on July 28, 2023. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Hunnewell Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School. 30 South River Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,012 sqft single family home built in 1862.

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