42 Temple Rd
Open: 6/12 04:00PM - 06:00PMNew
Open: 6/12 04:00PM - 06:00PMNew
Description
Set on a naturalized landscaped oversized lot in a sought-after Wellesley location, this sun-filled Arts and Crafts residence blends timeless character with refined versatility. Thoughtfully expanded with custom architectural details, the home offers primary suites on both the first and second floors, generous additional bedrooms and baths, and flexible spaces for work, guests, or quiet retreats. Skylights, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings bring warmth, light, and scale throughout, and the landscaped...Set on a naturalized landscaped oversized lot in a sought-after Wellesley location, this sun-filled Arts and Crafts residence blends timeless character with refined versatility. Thoughtfully expanded with custom architectural details, the home offers primary suites on both the first and second floors, generous additional bedrooms and baths, and flexible spaces for work, guests, or quiet retreats. Skylights, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings bring warmth, light, and scale throughout, and the landscaped grounds and specimen plantings complete the setting.•4 bedrooms, including primary suites on both the first and second floors•3 full baths and 2 half baths•Skylights, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings throughout•Thoughtful expansion featuring custom architectural details•Spacious two-car garage with attached workroom•Lower level provides generous storage and oversized playroom •Outdoor patio. Plant lovers paradise . Near Town center/Dana Hall, Hunnewell School, library. West facing sunsets.
- Listed by Paula Carens • Paula Carens
Property Details for 42 Temple Road
Town
Wellesley
AreaMA-Wellesley
Architectural StyleCraftsman, Other (See Remarks)
StyleGarden, Craftsman, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces2
Open Parking Spaces5.00
Parking Spaces Total7
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LISTING UPDATED: 06/10/2026 03:51 PM
Property Details for 42 Temple Road
| Status | New |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 73533506 |
| Days on Market | Listed Today |
| Taxes | $21,815 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family / Detached |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| County | Norfolk County |
Location
Listing Courtesy of Paula Carens, Paula Carens
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Building Information for 42 Temple Road
Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,709 SF
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$14,276 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$12,458
Property Taxes
$1,818
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 42 Temple Road
General Details
Property Details
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Living Area: 2998.0
- SqFt with Basement: No
- Property Attached: No
- Property Condition: Remodeled
- Single Family Type: Detached
- Waterfront: No
- Water View: No
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
- Grade School: Hunnewell
- High School: Wellesley
- Middle School: Wellesley
Features
Interior Features
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access
- Num of Baths: 5.0
- Num of Full Baths: 3
- Num of Half Baths: 2
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
- DoorFeatures: French Doors
- FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
- FireplaceYN: Yes
- Fireplaces: 2
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Vinyl / VCT, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Flooring - Vinyl
- Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Cable Hookup, Crown Molding, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Half, Pedestal Sink, Home Office, Sitting Room, Vestibule, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband
- Interior Features: Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband, French Doors
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Attic Access, Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement
- Main Level Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bath: Yes
- SpaYN: No
- Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
- Construction: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Drought Tolerant/Water Conserving Landscaping, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio, Drought Tolerant/Water Conserving Landscaping
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
- Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Sloped
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Carport: No
- Covered Spaces: 2.00
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
- Parking Features: Heated, Work Area, Paved Driveway
Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Cooling: Yes
- Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
- Green WaterC onservation: Water-Smart Landscaping
- Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
- Heating: Yes
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
- Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
- Room Primary Bedroom Area: 315.0
- Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Balcony / Deck,Balcony - Interior,Attic Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
- Room Primary Bedroom Length: 21.0
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
- Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
- Bedroom2 Area: 187.0
- Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
- Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
- Bedroom2 Level: Second
- Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
- Bedroom3 Area: 110.0
- Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider
- Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
- Bedroom3 Level: Main,First
- Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
- Bedroom4 Area: 182.0
- Bedroom4 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting
- Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
- Bedroom4 Level: Main,First
- Bedroom4 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
- Bathroom1 Area: 56.0
- Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Soaking Tub
- Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
- Bathroom1 Level: First
- Bathroom1 Width: 14.0
Bathroom 2
- Bathroom2 Area: 48.0
- Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Low Flow Toilet,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce
- Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
- Bathroom2 Level: Second
- Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 3
- Bathroom3 Area: 84.0
- Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Low Flow Toilet,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Soaking Tub
- Bathroom3 Length: 6.0
- Bathroom3 Level: Second
- Bathroom3 Width: 14.0
Dining Room
- Dining Room Area: 192.0
- Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
- Dining Room Length: 12.0
- Dining Room Level: Main,First
- Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
- Family Room Area: 228.0
- Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Lighting - Sconce
- Family Room Length: 12.0
- Family Room Level: Main,First
- Family Room Width: 19.0
Kitchen
- Kitchen Area: 266.0
- Kitchen Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Tray Ceiling(s)
- Kitchen Length: 19.0
- Kitchen Level: Main,First
- Kitchen Width: 14.0
Laundry
- Laundry Dimen: 33X13
Living Room
- Room Living Room Area: 255.0
- Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding,Vestibule,Closet - Double,Decorative Molding
- Room Living Room Length: 17.0
- Room Living Room Level: Main,First
- Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Other Room 1
- Room Office Area: 240.0
- Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Open Floor Plan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
- Room Office Length: 24.0
- Room Office Level: Main
- Room Office Width: 10.0
Property Information
Property Info
- UFFI: No
- Year Round: Yes
- Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
- WARRANTY: No
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Tax Information
- Listing Terms: Contract
- Tax ID: 260809
- Assessments: $2,145,000
- Book: 10536
- Tax Year: 2026
- Zoning: SR-20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
- Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
- Accessibility Features: No
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Frontage: 150.00
- Cooling Zones: 2
- Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
- Adult Community: No
Property History for 42 Temple Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2026 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73533506 | $2,500,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 2005 | Expired MLS PIN #70196044 | $1,100,000 | — |
| May 21, 2005 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70196044 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Jun 1, 1994 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #88444605 | $390,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73533506 | $2,500,000 |
| 07/21/2005 | Expired MLS PIN #70196044 | $1,100,000 |
| 05/21/2005 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70196044 | $1,100,000 |
| 06/01/1994 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #88444605 | $390,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 42 Temple Road
Taxable ValueLand$1,430,000Additions$497,000Total$1,927,000
Tax Record2025$19,810 ($1,651 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt2,998 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,998 SqFtStories2Lot Size26,709 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated2005ZoningSR20CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:101 R:021 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 42 Temple 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 - | 5 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hunnewell Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Wellesley Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Wellesley High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Dana Hall School Private5 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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