This much-admired Colonial with amazing curb appeal is located in the coveted Cliff Estates neighborhood in Wellesley Hills! Perfect for comfortable living and gracious entertaining, this home has a large front-to-back living room with fireplace and classic period details. There is a lovely formal dining room and an updated eat-in kitchen with an island, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. The sunny breakfast area opens to a deck and patio. A warm and comfortable family room leads to a reading nook with a window seat and home office. A generous mudroom leads to a two-car attached garage. The second level includes a master suite, two additional bedrooms, and a hall bath. A large, private bedroom suite with full bath over the garage is perfect for guests. The lower level offers a large playroom and great storage space. The private, level backyard with mature plantings and patio is perfect for entertaining. Easy access to schools, shopping & commuter rail.
Sold for $2,325,000
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$2,325,000
53 Audubon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
4beds
3,406sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.37 Acres Lot
$2,347,000 Zestimate®
$683/sqft
$7,881 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,347,000
$2.23M - $2.46M
$7,881/mo
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Home officeClassic period detailsDeck and patioTwo-car attached garageLovely formal dining roomMaster suiteGenerous mudroom
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Madden David Real Estate Group 617-610-5057,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley 781-237-9090
Bought with:
Christine Norcross & Partners
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509644
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 351
- Dimensions: 27 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22 x 13
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Home Office, Bathroom, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,406
- Total interior livable area: 3,406 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,106
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:121 R:073 S:,261731
- Zoning: SR20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
- Subdivision: Cliff Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $683/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,179,000
- Annual tax amount: $22,160
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Sold | $2,325,000+1.3%$683/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509644 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2026 | Pending sale | $2,295,000$674/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509644 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Contingent | $2,295,000$674/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509644 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000-2.3%$674/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509644 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2026 | Listing removed | $2,349,800$690/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73494400 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,349,800-1.9%$690/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73494400 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listing removed | $9,000$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $9,000$3/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Listing removed | $2,395,000$703/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73367316 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000+8.8%$703/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73367316 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2022 | Sold | $2,202,000+19.3%$647/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72963626 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2022 | Contingent | $1,845,000$542/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72963626 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,845,000+285.2%$542/sqft |
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| 7/20/1994 | Sold | $479,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,704 +3.1% | $2,014,000 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $20,081 +9.5% | $1,929,000 +20.4% |
| 2023 | $18,343 +25.2% | $1,602,000 +27.8% |
| 2022 | $14,647 +2.1% | $1,254,000 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $14,347 +1.6% | $1,221,000 |
| 2020 | $14,115 +1% | $1,221,000 +1.1% |
| 2019 | $13,977 -9.1% | $1,208,000 -6.1% |
| 2018 | $15,380 +1.3% | $1,287,000 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $15,186 +2% | $1,288,000 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $14,882 +2.3% | $1,258,000 |
| 2015 | $14,542 +7.2% | $1,258,000 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $13,560 +1.5% | $1,175,000 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $13,363 +3.1% | $1,164,000 +2.6% |
| 2011 | $12,962 +3% | $1,134,000 -5.6% |
| 2010 | $12,586 +8.8% | $1,201,000 -1.6% |
| 2009 | $11,563 +2.7% | $1,221,000 -0.4% |
| 2008 | $11,255 +3.5% | $1,226,000 |
| 2007 | $10,875 +1.7% | $1,226,000 -4.6% |
| 2006 | $10,691 +8.9% | $1,285,000 +9.9% |
| 2005 | $9,820 -5.2% | $1,169,000 -3.4% |
| 2004 | $10,358 +18.7% | $1,210,000 +12.6% |
| 2003 | $8,729 +15.5% | $1,075,000 +15.2% |
| 2002 | $7,557 +53% | $933,000 +86.2% |
| 1999 | $4,940 | $501,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sprague Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wps
- 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
- 53 Audubon Rd
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