Active
4 beds5,735 sqft
31 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
Est: $15,565/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.31 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$452/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sophisticated, modern living in the heart of one of Wellesley’s most beloved neighborhoods! Completely reimagined through a comprehensive 2023 renovation, this exceptional 5,700+ sq. ft. Colonial offers the rare combination of privacy, generous living space, and exceptional walkability to top-ranked schools, Linden Square, Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail and all of Wellesley’s wonderful amenities. The sun-filled interior offers an effortless flow, beginning with a gracious formal fireplaced living...Sophisticated, modern living in the heart of one of Wellesley’s most beloved neighborhoods! Completely reimagined through a comprehensive 2023 renovation, this exceptional 5,700+ sq. ft. Colonial offers the rare combination of privacy, generous living space, and exceptional walkability to top-ranked schools, Linden Square, Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail and all of Wellesley’s wonderful amenities. The sun-filled interior offers an effortless flow, beginning with a gracious formal fireplaced living room, an elegant dining room and an ideal work from home private office with custom built-ins. At the heart of the home, the renovated kitchen features upgraded appliances, two dishwashers, an expansive island and a generous dining area with direct access to a covered deck and the private backyard. A stylish bar / butler’s pantry connects the kitchen to the spacious family room, creating a seamless setting for both relaxed daily living and entertaining. A full bath, powder room, and mudroom, with direct access to the garage, complete the first floor. Upstairs, the impressive primary suite is a private retreat with soaring ceilings, two walk-in closets, a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath, and its own private terrace. A second ensuite bedroom features a bonus room ideal for a second in-home office. Two additional generous bedrooms, a full bath with a double vanity, and a dedicated laundry space complete the second level. The expansive, finished lower level significantly extends the home’s versatility featuring a bonus room with a bar and kitchenette, fitness space, and rooms for recreation, play, or additional work-from-home needs. Outside, the level private yard is surrounded by mature trees creating an unexpected oasis just minutes to town. A large deck extends your living space outdoors with ample room for entertaining, relaxing, and play. Turnkey and beautifully updated throughout, this distinctive home delivers the space and privacy of a suburban retreat with the convenience of true in-town Wellesley living.

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

1 day on Market
Last updated: 10/03/2026 10:33 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73586180

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Property Information for 31 Alba Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $20,533 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Wellesley
  • Area: MA-Wellesley
  • Architectural Style: Garrison
  • Style: Garden, Garrison
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 5.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.31 AC / 13,334 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 5735.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Sprague Elementary
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 6.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl / VCT, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Wet bar, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Wetbar
  • Interior Features: Wetbar
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Spa Features: Private
  • SpaYN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 378.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 21.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 378.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bedroom2 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 21.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 209.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bedroom4 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 19.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Remodeled
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Half,Remodeled
  • Bathroom3 Level: Basement
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 374.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Remodeled
  • Family Room Length: 22.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 187.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Second Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Length: 17.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 253.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Room Living Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 23.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: 2024 Navien Boiler,2023 Extensive Renovation + New Asphalt Roof (with exception of small portion over sunroom/patio & rubber roof). Some Lower Level photos are virtually staged. Seller has never used the hot tub.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0097 B:0006 L:0000,260442
  • Assessments: $2,019,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: SR10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 7
  • Heat Zones: 5
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 31 Alba Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73586180

$2,595,000—
Aug 31, 2026

Expired

MLS PIN #73530659

$3,195,000—
Jun 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73530659

$3,195,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73586180

$2,595,000
08/31/2026

Expired

MLS PIN #73530659

$3,195,000
06/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73530659

$3,195,000

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

Public Records for 31 Alba Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,048,000Additions$822,000Total$1,870,000
Tax Record2025$19,224 ($1,602 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,100 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,100 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt720 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,334 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated2023ZoningSR10CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:097 R:006 S:

Schools near 31 Alba 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
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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31 Alba Road is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02481. This property was listed for sale on October 2, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,595,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on September 8, 2022. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Sprague Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School. 31 Alba Road is a 4-bed, 6-bath, 5,735 sqft single family home built in 1950.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

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