Buyers were unable to sell their home and this long admired 1912 stucco colonial home is back on the market! In the heart of the Country Club Area this property is a masterpiece of timeless elegance, boasting original details, preserved over the years. A large foyer with a stunning staircase welcomes guests into the spacious home and opens to a fireplaced living room and formal dining room. A hall leads to the large open concept kitchen/family room complete with French doors, fireplace, built ins, windows seat, large island and wet bar. Morning sun fills this wonderful space making it the center of the home. A sunroom with built in bookcases and sitting room complete the first floor. The second floor features the primary bedroom with 2 walk-in closets and bath, 2 additional bedrooms and full bath. The third floor has 3 additional bedrooms and a former bath, plumbed and ready for renovation. An inground pool and well landscaped grounds make this the perfect home for entertaining.
Sold for $2,050,000 on 06/24/24
$2,050,000
78 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
6beds
4,292sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
0.81 Acres Lot
$2,125,600 Zestimate®
$478/sqft
$7,811 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,125,600
$1.96M - $2.32M
$7,811/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 25, 2024 at 07:23am
Listed by:
Eleanor Bright 617-930-8479,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-237-8000
Bought with:
Kathy Kelley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73212559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 14 x 23
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 22 x 8
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 23 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 7 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 14 x 23
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Closet, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom, Bathroom, Foyer, Sun Room, Sitting Room, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,292
- Total interior livable area: 4,292 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Indoor
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Easements, Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 259083
- Zoning: SF 20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Wellesley
- Subdivision: Country Club Area
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2024 | Sold | $2,050,000-7.9%$478/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73212559 | ||
| 4/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,225,000-3.3%$518/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73212559 | ||
| 3/27/2024 | Contingent | $2,300,000$536/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73212559 | ||
| 3/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000$536/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73212559 | ||
| 3/18/2024 | Contingent | $2,300,000$536/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73212559 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,274 -8.3% | $2,264,000 -7.2% |
| 2024 | $25,390 +4.9% | $2,439,000 +15.4% |
| 2023 | $24,194 -2.9% | $2,113,000 -0.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Joseph E. Fiske Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fiske
- Middle: Wellesley
- High: Wellesley
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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Estimated market value
$2,125,600
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