Set on a tree-lined street in everyone’s favorite Poet’s Corner neighborhood, this 1930s Colonial blends timeless character with modern comfort. A handsome slate roof and welcoming façade set the tone for the gracious interiors within. The home offers five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, including a serene primary suite with ensuite bath. The floor plan features front and back staircases, central air, and a finished third floor with two generously sized bedrooms and an updated bath—ideal for guests, teens, or a home office. Outside, enjoy a charming brick patio, fenced yard, and easy access to Warren Park, major routes, and Boston.
Sold for $2,150,000
$2,150,000
5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
5beds
2,811sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
0.26 Acres Lot
$2,149,900 Zestimate®
$765/sqft
$6,707 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,149,900
$2.02M - $2.28M
$6,707/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 14, 2026 at 04:18pm
Listed by:
Betsy Kessler 617-306-6884,
Rutledge Properties 781-235-4663
Bought with:
Katie Gellenbeck
Engel & Volkers Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73481579
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bonus Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,811
- Total interior livable area: 2,811 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,811
- Finished area below ground: 684
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:043 R:004 S:,258131
- Zoning: SR15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Sold | $2,150,000-2.1%$765/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73481579 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+120.1%$781/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73481579 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2004 | Sold | $997,500+125.7%$355/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/1988 | Sold | $442,000$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,013 +5.6% | $1,655,000 +7% |
| 2024 | $16,104 +1% | $1,547,000 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $15,950 +7.8% | $1,393,000 +9.9% |
| 2022 | $14,799 +6.7% | $1,267,000 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $13,865 +1.6% | $1,180,000 |
| 2020 | $13,641 +5.1% | $1,180,000 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $12,982 -3.2% | $1,122,000 |
| 2018 | $13,408 +1.3% | $1,122,000 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $13,240 +2.3% | $1,123,000 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $12,942 +2.2% | $1,094,000 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $12,658 +4.5% | $1,095,000 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $12,117 0% | $1,050,000 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $12,123 +4.5% | $1,056,000 +4% |
| 2011 | $11,601 +3.6% | $1,015,000 -5.1% |
| 2010 | $11,203 +27.5% | $1,069,000 +15.2% |
| 2009 | $8,788 +0.9% | $928,000 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $8,712 +3.5% | $949,000 |
| 2007 | $8,418 +7.9% | $949,000 +1.2% |
| 2006 | $7,804 +6.2% | $938,000 +7.2% |
| 2005 | $7,350 -4% | $875,000 -2.1% |
| 2004 | $7,653 +5.4% | $894,000 |
| 2003 | $7,259 +22.6% | $894,000 +22.3% |
| 2002 | $5,921 +10.4% | $731,000 +34.4% |
| 1999 | $5,364 | $544,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Schofield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Schofield
- Middle: Wms
- High: Whs
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
- 5 Tennyson Rd