51-53 Abbott Road

Wellesley, MA 02481

$5,800,000
Price
9
Beds
6
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
11,988 Sq. Ft.
$484 / Sq. Ft.
11,988
Sq. Ft.
$484
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One of Wellesley’s most iconic homes is available for the first time in over a century. Located on 1.3 acres in the heart of the Country Club area, the main house has over 7,500 SF of living space with soaring ceilings, bespoke details, and Italian millwork found in signature homes of this era. The main entry is anchored by a showstopper grand staircase, original wrought iron light fixtures, double-height ceilings and fireplace, complimented by an entertainment sized living room, billiard room, and...One of Wellesley’s most iconic homes is available for the first time in over a century. Located on 1.3 acres in the heart of the Country Club area, the main house has over 7,500 SF of living space with soaring ceilings, bespoke details, and Italian millwork found in signature homes of this era. The main entry is anchored by a showstopper grand staircase, original wrought iron light fixtures, double-height ceilings and fireplace, complimented by an entertainment sized living room, billiard room, and an oval dining room. Highlights include a six bedroom main house, four fireplaces, sun room, recording studio above garage, and a 3rd level with surprising multi-room bonus spaces offering unlimited potential. A stunning 3 bedroom guest house built in 2004 completes this one of a kind compound. Outside, the park-like setting includes private yard, secret garden and slate terrace. Circular driveway with porte cochere, wrap around porches and Japanese inspired garden behind the guesthouse.

Listing Agents

  1. Stephanie Burns

    Stephanie Burns

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Lynn Donahue

    Lynn Donahue

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  3. Donna Maley

    Donna Maley

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 51-53 Abbott Road

Town
Wellesley
Area
MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
14
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LISTING UPDATED: 04/07/2024 03:06 AM

Property Details for 51-53 Abbott Road

StatusActive
MLS #73121838
Days on Market324
Taxes$54,925 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1902
CountyNorfolk County
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Building Information for 51-53 Abbott Road

Stories-Year Built1902Building Size-Lot Size1.31 AC / 57,011 SF

Payment Calculator

$36,230 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,653

Property Taxes

$4,577

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 51-53 Abbott Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Living Area: 11988.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Wps
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 8.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 6
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 7.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 8
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Beamed Ceilings, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Office, Sun Room, Foyer, Bedroom, Bathroom, Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 494.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 26.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 19.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 300.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 25.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 272.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom3 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 270.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom5 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 56.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 75.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 425.0
  • Dining Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Length: 25.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 546.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Kitchen Length: 26.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 21.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 368.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 195.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Office Length: 13.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 15.0
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: Two lots: 51 and 53 Abbott Road. Assessment,taxes,lot size and other details are for combined properties. 51 Abbott heating source is gas with no central air. 53 Abbott Heating source is oil with central air.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:065 R:039 S:
  • Assessments: $4,797,000
  • Book: 17710
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: SR20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 9
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 51-53 Abbott Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
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Schools near 51-53 Abbott 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 Sr High School
Public9 to 12

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51-53 Abbott Road is a single family home for sale in Wellesley, MA 02481. This property was listed for sale on June 7, 2023 by Compass, it's currently listed at $5,800,000. This listing's school district is Wellesley School District. Nearby schools include Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley Sr High School. 51-53 Abbott Road is a 9-bed, 7-bath, 11,988 sqft single family home built in 1902.

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