4,676 Sq. Ft.
$512 / Sq. Ft.
4,676
Sq. Ft.
$512
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Thoughtfully renovated and expanded in 2022, this stunning home blends classic charm with modern open living. Every detail has been updated with care. The large eat-in kitchen, anchored by an oversized island and featuring a generous pantry, flows seamlessly into the main living space — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Flexible layout offers space for two home offices. The expansive primary suite features two generous closets and a spa-like en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms share...Thoughtfully renovated and expanded in 2022, this stunning home blends classic charm with modern open living. Every detail has been updated with care. The large eat-in kitchen, anchored by an oversized island and featuring a generous pantry, flows seamlessly into the main living space — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Flexible layout offers space for two home offices. The expansive primary suite features two generous closets and a spa-like en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms share a second full bath, while a third bedroom enjoys its own en-suite. Convenient laundry completes the upper level. The finished basement delivers it all — a home gym, entertainment area, kids' play space, and dedicated storage. A large one-car garage adds everyday ease. All of this in Wellesley's most walkable neighborhood — steps to Sprague Elementary, Wellesley Middle and High Schools, the commuter rail, and the charming shops of Linden Street, Wellesley Square, and Wellesley Hills.
  1. Listed by Steve & Nicole Connolly Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
  2. Listed by Nicole Connolly • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
  3. Listed by Stephen Connolly • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Property Details for 79 Alba Road

Town
Wellesley
Area
MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/22/2026 08:04 PM

Property Details for 79 Alba Road

StatusNew
MLS #73505434
Days on Market1
Taxes$20,299 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1948
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley, Steve & Nicole Connolly Group; Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley, Nicole Connolly; Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley, Stephen Connolly
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Building Information for 79 Alba Road

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,806 SF

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$13,752 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,060

Property Taxes

$1,692

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 79 Alba Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 4676.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Sprague
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, 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: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Features: 1/4 Bath
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 338.479166666
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.25
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.583333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 249.291666666
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.5
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.083333333
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 171.361111111
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.333333333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 16.583333333
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 190.069444444
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.416666666
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.166666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 178.019999999
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.6
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 20.7
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 57.51
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.1
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.1
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 66.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 6.6
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 122.111111111
  • Dining Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant
  • Dining Room Length: 13.083333333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 9.333333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 599.409722222
  • Family Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Slider
  • Family Room Length: 23.583333333
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 25.416666666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 268.270833333
  • Kitchen Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Pot Filler Faucet,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 13.583333333
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 19.75
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 7.3X6.6
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 370.361111111
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.583333333
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 22.333333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:109 R:076 S:,261179
  • Assessments: $1,996,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: SR10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 79 Alba Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73505434

$2,395,000
Jul 22, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72995466

$900,000
Jun 13, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72995466

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73505434

$2,395,000
07/22/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72995466

$900,000
06/13/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72995466

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Public Records for 79 Alba Road

Taxable ValueLand$883,000Additions$1,224,000Total$2,107,000
Tax Record2025$21,660 ($1,805 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt3,527 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,527 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,806 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated2022ZoningSR10CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:109 R:076 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 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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79 Alba Road is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02481. This property was listed for sale on April 22, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley, it's currently listed at $2,395,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on July 22, 2022. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Sprague Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School. 79 Alba Road is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 4,676 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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