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Last Sold Price
4 beds4,978 sqft
72 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.34 acresLot Size
1947Year Built
$329/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Fine detail distinguish this picture perfect Colonial in Standish Estates! An eat-in kitchen has a stylish banquette, white cabinetry, honed black granite countertops and high-end appliances. The two-story family room is a show stopper with rich wood beams, a soaring stone fireplace, and terrific built-ins. The spacious first floor also has an expansive fireplaced living room with custom built-ins as well as a sun filled office framed by walls of windows. The second floor has four bedrooms, including...Fine detail distinguish this picture perfect Colonial in Standish Estates! An eat-in kitchen has a stylish banquette, white cabinetry, honed black granite countertops and high-end appliances. The two-story family room is a show stopper with rich wood beams, a soaring stone fireplace, and terrific built-ins. The spacious first floor also has an expansive fireplaced living room with custom built-ins as well as a sun filled office framed by walls of windows. The second floor has four bedrooms, including a magnificent master suite with two walk-in closets. Each bath boasts radiant heat, and sparkling fresh decor today’s buyers desire. The lower level has a cozy kids playroom and a very special media room, with wet bar. The professionally designed and landscaped grounds are featured in multiple magazines for the exquisite lush plantings and handsome stonework. Meticulously updated and maintained by top builder, Ken Vona, this is a rare and special find.
  • Listed by: Teri Adler • MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley
Listing closed: 12/26/2017 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72223765

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$2,270,000

Avg days on market

47

Sale-to-list ratio

94.7%

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Location

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Sold By Engel & Volkers Newton, David-Daili Xiao

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Property Information for 72 Standish Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $18,322 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Wellesley
  • Area: MA-Wellesley
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Garrison
  • Style: Garden, Colonial, Garrison
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Lot Size: 0.34 AC / 15,020 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4978.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Wellesley
  • High School: Wellesley
  • Middle School: Wellesley
  • Neighborhood: Standish Estates
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wet bar, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Office, Mud Room, Bathroom, Play Room, Media Room, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Security System
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Interior
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:038 R:040 S:,258034
  • Assessments: $1,554,000
  • Book: 25731
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: SR15
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 72 Standish Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 26, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #613338407

$1,637,500

+1.0% / yr

Dec 26, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72223765

$1,637,500
Nov 12, 2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72223765

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/26/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #613338407

$1,637,500

+1.0% / yr

12/26/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72223765

$1,637,500
11/12/2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72223765

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

Public Records for 72 Standish Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,024,000Additions$937,000Total$1,961,000
Tax Record2025$20,159 ($1,680 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,525 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,525 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,020 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1973ZoningSR15CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:038 R:040 S:

Schools near 72 Standish 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
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

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This home: 72 Standish Road, Wellesley, MA 02481
$1,637,500
4
4,978
15,020
$1,175,000
2
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15,064
3
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