Sold for $1,375,000 on 04/27/23
$1,375,000
42 Cottage St, Wellesley, MA 02482
4beds
1,740sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,812,400 Zestimate®
$790/sqft
$5,509 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,812,400
$1.63M - $2.03M
$5,509/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Feel instantly at home in this lovely 4 bed, 2 bath Colonial in beloved Dana Hall neighborhood. Front farmer’s porch leads to cozy living room, open to sun filled dining room. Delightful kitchen with white cabinets & black granite countertops, exterior vented gas stove and elegant glass cabinets above wet bar with bar sink. Second floor features three bedrooms and a full bathroom. Third floor with 4th bedroom and home office. Heart pine hardwood floors and tilt in double pane windows throughout. Rear deck off kitchen overlooks expansive yard with mature plantings. Approx. 230’ of the property borders Fuller Brook Park, a bike path leading to Ridge Hill Reservation, Elm Bank Reservation and other landmarks perfect for hiking, biking, or fishing. Walking distance to Wellesley Sq, Wellesley MBTA Station, Wellesley Free Public Library, Wellesley College, Hunnewell Elementary School, Dana Hall Private School and Nehoiden Golf Club.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2023 at 09:00am
Listed by:
The Synergy Group 781-570-9007,
The Synergy Group 888-410-5454,
Paul Cirignano 781-570-9007
Bought with:
McKenna Landry Team
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73082400
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Office, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,740
- Total interior livable area: 1,740 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 262201
- Zoning: SR10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, University, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Wellesley
- Subdivision: Dana Hall
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2023 | Sold | $1,375,000+5.9%$790/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73082400 | ||
| 3/11/2023 | Contingent | $1,299,000$747/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73082400 | ||
| 2/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+1225.5%$747/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73082400 | ||
| 1/9/1992 | Sold | $98,000$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,957 +6.3% | $1,455,000 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $14,074 +1.6% | $1,352,000 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $13,855 +5.6% | $1,210,000 +7.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02482
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hunnewell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hunnewell
- Middle: Wellesley Middl
- 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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