81 River St

2,816 Sq. Ft.
$462 / Sq. Ft.
2,816
Sq. Ft.
$462
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The space you've been searching for—privacy, size, and location! Nestled in Wellesley Hills, this expansive home features six bedrooms—all with custom closets—conveniently located on the second level. The spacious kitchen with a large center island flows into a welcoming family room, perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The formal living room boasts a fireplace and French doors, while the dining room offers wood flooring and a charming bay window. The generous primary suite includes...The space you've been searching for—privacy, size, and location! Nestled in Wellesley Hills, this expansive home features six bedrooms—all with custom closets—conveniently located on the second level. The spacious kitchen with a large center island flows into a welcoming family room, perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The formal living room boasts a fireplace and French doors, while the dining room offers wood flooring and a charming bay window. The generous primary suite includes a balcony and two closets- one an oversized walk-in. Bonus spaces include an enclosed front porch/sunroom, rear deck, and a sizable basement with endless potential. Set on a large, tranquil lot (just under 1/2 acre!) , yet conveniently close to major routes and local amenities. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for 30 years—this rare gem is ready for its next chapter. Come make it yours!
  1. Listed by Kate Swenson • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 81 River Street

Town
Wellesley
Area
MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
10
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 11:09 AM

Property Details for 81 River Street

StatusSold
MLS #73432697
Days on Market30
Taxes$13,796 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1871
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Kate Swenson

Sold By Redfin Corp., Michaela Hellman

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Building Information for 81 River Street

Stories-Year Built1871Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,140 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,486 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,336

Property Taxes

$1,150

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 81 River Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2816.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Schofield
  • High School: Wellesley High
  • Middle School: Wellesley
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom, Foyer, Sun Room
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, First Floor
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Balcony, Storage Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Stone Wall, Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 388.972222222
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Balcony - Exterior
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 22.333333333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.416666666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 118.75
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.5
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 9.5
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 111.458333333
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.5
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 8.916666666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 118.416666666
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.25
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 9.666666666
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 109.229166666
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom5 Length: 12.25
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 8.916666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 75.625
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.166666666
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.25
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 93.625
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Pocket Door
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.5
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.916666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 176.777777777
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dining Room Length: 12.333333333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.333333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 345.333333333
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Length: 16.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 21.583333333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 256.833333333
  • Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider
  • Kitchen Length: 15.333333333
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 16.75
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 261.333333333
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.25
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 21.333333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: See agent regarding right of way (back driveway) to Prospect Street. Dishwasher in need of repair. Roof is 2010. Water heater is 2020. Large addition/gut renovation completed in 1995.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 257467
  • Assessments: $1,342,000
  • Book: 10902
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR-10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 81 River Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,300,000
Oct 14, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73432697

Oct 14, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73432697

Oct 3, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,275,000
Sep 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,350,000
Feb 18, 2018

Expired

MLS PIN #72215904

$990,000
Aug 18, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72215904

$990,000
Aug 15, 2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72211318

$1,150,000
Aug 9, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72211318

$1,150,000
May 26, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444117

$200,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,300,000
10/14/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73432697

10/14/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73432697

10/03/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,275,000
09/18/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73432697

$1,350,000
02/18/2018

Expired

MLS PIN #72215904

$990,000
08/18/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72215904

$990,000
08/15/2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72211318

$1,150,000
08/09/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72211318

$1,150,000
05/26/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444117

$200,000

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

Public Records for 81 River Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,093,000Additions$249,000Total$1,342,000
Tax Record2025$13,796 ($1,150 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,816 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,816 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,140 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1871Year Renovated1996ZoningSR10CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:027 R:005 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 81 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 6
Rating
School
Distance
Schofield Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley High School
Public9 to 12

St John The Evangelist School
PrivatePK to 6

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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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Kate Swenson

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