42 Edmunds Road

Wellesley, MA 02481

$3,400,000
Price
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
5,460 Sq. Ft.
$623 / Sq. Ft.
5,460
Sq. Ft.
$623
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Come see what must be the most private 1/2 acre homestead in Wellesley. Perched atop one of the cliffs in the highly desirable Cliff Estates area, this gracious, one-of-a-kind home features quality construction and abundant built-ins. This home, built for the Gillette family in 1938, looks and feels like an 1830 ‘farmhouse’ with bookcases, window seats, and custom office/homework areas. You’ll love the attic conversion with its full-bath and cozy “box beds” tucked into the eaves--perfect for a nanny...Come see what must be the most private 1/2 acre homestead in Wellesley. Perched atop one of the cliffs in the highly desirable Cliff Estates area, this gracious, one-of-a-kind home features quality construction and abundant built-ins. This home, built for the Gillette family in 1938, looks and feels like an 1830 ‘farmhouse’ with bookcases, window seats, and custom office/homework areas. You’ll love the attic conversion with its full-bath and cozy “box beds” tucked into the eaves--perfect for a nanny or guest suite. Impeccably well-maintained and in move-in condition. Cafes, bakeries, and nearby Wellesley Hills Station (.06 mile) gets you to Back Bay in just 32 minutes. Beautiful millwork throughout, wainscoting, Dutch doors, and the 8 fireplaces make this home unique. Enterprise-quality Cat 5 cable and high-speed internet throughout. Great flow for entertaining. This custom-built home is looking for a special buyer who appreciates quality and values privacy.
  1. Listed by Ellen Dudley • Keller Williams Realty

Property Details for 42 Edmunds Road

Town
Wellesley
MLS Area
Wellesley Farms
Area
MA-Wellesley-Wellesley Farms, MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

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Property Details for 42 Edmunds Road

StatusActive
MLS #73144081
Days on Market175
Taxes$23,780 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1938
CountyNorfolk County

Location

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Building Information for 42 Edmunds Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.59 AC / 25,885 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,537 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,555

Property Taxes

$1,982

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42 Edmunds Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 5460.0
  • Color: yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Upham
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
  • Neighborhood: Cliff Estates
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
  • Num of Baths: 6.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Library, Home Office, Sun Room, Bedroom, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
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, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Steam, Oil, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 224.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Double Vanity,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 165.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 150.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Attic Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 153.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom1 Length: 17.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 56.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 70.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
  • Bathroom3 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 210.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 15.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 247.0
  • Family Room Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Storage
  • Family Room Length: 19.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 156.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,French Doors,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X10
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 500.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Skylight,Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Sunken
  • Room Living Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 25.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 156.0
  • Room Office Features: Fireplace,Closet - Walk-in,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting
  • Room Office Length: 13.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: sink in bar area of family room not currently functioning. Sellers willing to participate in financing,discuss with listing agent.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Seller W/Participate
  • Tax ID: 260381
  • Assessments: $2,036,000
  • Book: 12360
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: SR20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 42 Edmunds Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 42 Edmunds Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,135,000Additions$1,078,000Total$2,213,000
Tax Record2023$25,339 ($2,112 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,255 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,255 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,885 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933ZoningSR20CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:096 R:003 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 Edmunds 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
Upham Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley Sr High School
Public9 to 12

St Paul School
PrivatePK to 8

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42 Edmunds Road is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02481. This property was listed for sale on August 3, 2023 by Keller Williams Realty, it's currently listed at $3,400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 175 days and was last sold on June 23, 2000. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Upham Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley Sr High School. 42 Edmunds Road is a 6-bed, 4.5-bath, 5,460 sqft single family home built in 1938.

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