Sunday Open House Canceled! Brimming with charm and fine detail, 40 Chestnut Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a sun-splashed Shingle-style home with a wraparound porch on a coveted Wellesley Farms street. A welcoming foyer with a turned staircase opens to inviting living and dining rooms, plus a sunlit eat-in kitchen with marble countertops and backsplash and premium appliances. 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths include a primary suite with a sitting room or office, along with two additional bedrooms on the third floor. Enjoy a finished lower level, landscaped grounds, and a patio. Major improvements include a new two-car garage, EV-ready 200-amp underground electrical service, and a high-efficiency Carrier Infinity gas and heat pump HVAC system, plus MassSave insulation, restored windows, Ethernet wiring, refreshed hall bath, and fresh interior paint. Close to Wellesley Square, the commuter rail, Route 9, I-95/128 and the Mass Pike. Classic character and a standout Wellesley address.
Sold for $2,450,000
$2,450,000
40 Chestnut St, Wellesley, MA 02481
5beds
3,369sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
0.3 Acres Lot
$2,524,500 Zestimate®
$727/sqft
$7,892 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,524,500
$2.40M - $2.65M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paul Neavyn 617-721-8384,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 781-237-8181
Bought with:
Melissa Dailey
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73474474
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Basement
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Recessed Lighting, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Half, Pedestal Sink, Closet, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,369
- Total interior livable area: 3,369 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,573
- Finished area below ground: 796
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:084 R:049 S:,259812
- Zoning: SR20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Shingle,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $2,450,000$727/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73474474 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2026 | Contingent | $2,450,000$727/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73474474 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,450,000+45%$727/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73474474 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2019 | Sold | $1,690,000+6%$502/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+31.8%$473/sqft |
Source: Pinnacle Residential #72440751 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2009 | Sold | $1,210,000-10.3%$359/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2009 | Listing removed | $1,349,000$400/sqft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network #70874794 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000+37%$400/sqft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network #70874794 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2002 | Sold | $985,000$292/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,951 +9.4% | $2,038,000 +10.8% |
| 2024 | $19,144 +1.9% | $1,839,000 +12.1% |
| 2023 | $18,778 +5.8% | $1,640,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $17,742 +1.5% | $1,519,000 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $17,484 +1.6% | $1,488,000 |
| 2020 | $17,201 +15.3% | $1,488,000 +15.4% |
| 2019 | $14,914 -2.1% | $1,289,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $15,236 +2.3% | $1,275,000 +1% |
| 2017 | $14,891 +3% | $1,263,000 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $14,456 +2.3% | $1,222,000 |
| 2015 | $14,126 +0.5% | $1,222,000 +0.3% |
| 2014 | $14,056 -6.6% | $1,218,000 -7.1% |
| 2012 | $15,050 +18.4% | $1,311,000 +17.9% |
| 2011 | $12,710 +5.4% | $1,112,000 -3.4% |
| 2010 | $12,062 -6.1% | $1,151,000 -15.2% |
| 2009 | $12,851 +1.2% | $1,357,000 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $12,696 +3.5% | $1,383,000 |
| 2007 | $12,267 +6.6% | $1,383,000 |
| 2006 | $11,507 +3.3% | $1,383,000 +4.3% |
| 2005 | $11,138 -1.9% | $1,326,000 -0.1% |
| 2004 | $11,359 +11.8% | $1,327,000 +6.1% |
| 2003 | $10,158 +6.5% | $1,251,000 +6.3% |
| 2002 | $9,534 +30.8% | $1,177,000 +58.8% |
| 1999 | $7,287 | $741,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sprague Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sprague
- Middle: Wellesley Middle
- High: Wellesley High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Wellesley
- 02481
- 40 Chestnut St