Interior Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
- Bonus Room
- Walk-Up Attic
- Wired for Sound
- Internet Available - Unknown
- Door FeaturesFrench Doors
- FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Laminate
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Home Highlights
Renovated
Finished BasementWalk-out access
Fireplace2 fireplaces
4% Under Estimated ValueQuantarium estimate: $1,644,370
About This Home
Ideally situated on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the heart of Wellesley, this beautifully appointed home pairs timeless style with effortless everyday living. Sun-filled rooms and hardwood floors create a warm, inviting backdrop, while the spacious family room with fireplace and custom built-ins flows seamlessly to a private home office. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, a Wolf gas 6 burner range + premium appliances, wine refrigerator, breakfast bar and a generous dining area with French doors opening to an expansive deck - perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. A charming sunroom offers additional flexibility for work or relaxation, while a thoughtfully designed mudroom with custom cubbies adds everyday functionality. Elegant 1st floor powder room. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a marble bath with radiant heated floors, complemented by two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath with a double vanity. The finished lower level provides flexible space for recreation, fitness or play. Just minutes from Linden Square and within easy walking distance of Sprague Elementary, Wellesley Middle School, shops, restaurants and the Wellesley Hills commuter rail, this exceptional home offers the best of in-town Wellesley living. The walk up, unfinished 3rd floor offers expansion opportunities. 2020 Burnham Boiler; 2019 lower level renovation with French drain, sump pump with backup battery; high-end integrated sound system on 1st floor & deck; 2013 roof. Assumable VA loan: buyer may qualify to assume seller's below market rate VA mortgage, subject to lender approval and buyer's creditworthiness. See listing agents for details.
Read moreKey Details
MLS #73590895
Monthly HOA$0
Price / Sq Ft$712
Property TypeSingle Family
Subdivision
Tax (2026)$16,048
Assessed Value$1,578,000
How This Home Compares
vs. the 109 homes for sale in WellesleyPrice$1,575,000
Median $2,280,000
$675,000
$8,995,000
31% below the median Wellesley home ($2,280,000).
Price per Sq Ft$712
Median $646
$330
$2,121
10% above the median Wellesley home ($646).
Home Size2,212 sq ft
Median 3,813 sq ft
1,136 sq ft
10,318 sq ft
42% smaller than the median Wellesley home (3,813 sq ft).
Lot Size0.20 acres
Median 0.37 acres
0.11 acres
3.06 acres
47% smaller than the median Wellesley home (0.37 acres).
Days on Market6 days
Median 41 days
0 days
522 days
Newer to the market than most homes here (41 days median).
20 Shaw Rd at a Glance
MLS# 73590895
Offered at $1,575,000, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath home has 2,212 square feet of living space and was built in 1936. It sits in Wellesley, zoned for Sprague Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School.
Want to see it in person? Schedule a showing or call Keith Wade at 603-818-7976.
Property Details
Kitchen and Appliances
- Gas Water Heater
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Wine Refrigerator
- Range Hood
- Laundry FeaturesIn Basement
- Dining Room Dimensions13' X 12'
- Dining Room FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Chair Rail, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Crown Molding
- Dining Room LevelFirst
- Dining Room Sqft156
- Kitchen Dimensions16' X 11'
- Kitchen FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Crown Molding
- Kitchen LevelFirst
- Kitchen Sqft176
Exterior and Lot
- Deck - Wood
- Storage
- Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch FeaturesDeck - Wood
- Road Frontage TypePublic
- Deck
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage
- Covered Spaces1
- Garage Spaces1
- Open Parking
- Parking FeaturesAttached, Paved Drive, Paved
- Parking Total5
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living2,212
- Year Built1936
- Above Grade Finished Area1,912
- BelowGradeFinishedArea300
- Building Area Total2,212
- Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
- Property Age90
- Property ConditionUpdated/Remodeled
- RoofShingle
- Year Built DetailsActual
- Year Built SourcePublic Records
- Architectural StyleColonial
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bedrooms3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions17' X 12'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions21' X 12'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions13' X 11'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft204
- Bedroom 2 Sqft252
- Bedroom 3 Sqft143
- Primary Bedroom LevelSecond
- Bedroom 2 LevelSecond
- Bedroom 3 LevelSecond
- Primary Bedroom FeaturesBathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Marble,Remodeled
- Bedroom 2 FeaturesWalk-in Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Bedroom 3 FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Total Bathrooms2.5
- Full Bathrooms2
- 1/2 Bathrooms1
- Bathroom 2 LevelSecond
- Bathroom 3 LevelFirst
- Bathroom 2 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled with Tub & Shower, Flooring - Marble
- Bathroom 3 FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms9
- Basement FeaturesFull, Walk-Out Access
- Living Room Dimensions21' X 12'
- Living Room Sqft252
- Living Room LevelFirst
- Living Room FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling FeaturesCentral Air
- Fireplace FeaturesLiving Room
- Heating FeaturesForced Air, Hot Water, Radiant
- Heating
- Number of Fireplaces2
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres0.196281
- Lot Size Square Feet8,550
Homeowners Association
- AssociationNo
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees0
School Information
- Elementary SchoolSprague Elementary
- High SchoolWhs
- Middle SchoolWms
Amenities and Community Features
- Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount16,048
- Source Listing StatusNew
- CountyNorfolk County
- DirectionsLinden Street to Shaw Road
- Tax Year2026
- Source Property TypeResidential
- Home WarrantyNo
- Parcel NumberM:0086 B:0058 L:0000,259972
- Postal Code Plus 44930
- ZoningSR10
- Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Utilities
- SewerPublic Sewer
- For Gas Range
- Water SourcePublic
Schools Zoned for This Home
Wellesley School District
elementary · K-5Photo: webSprague Elementary School
9/10
middle · 6-8Photo: webWellesley Middle School
8/10
high · 9-12Photo: webWellesley High School
10/10
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Price History
Listed For
$1,575,000
Last Sold $1,205,000 on 06-11-2018
First Recorded Sale $325,000 in 1989
SoldListed
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,575,000 | −$50,000−3.1% |
| 10-02-2026MLSListing Removed | Listing Removed | — | — |
| 08-04-2026MLSListing Removed | Listing Removed | — | — |
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,625,000 | +$420,000+34.9% |
| 06-11-2018MLSSold | Sold | $1,205,000 | +$10,000+0.8% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,195,000 | +$239,000+25.0% |
| 10-18-2013MLSSold | Sold | $956,000 | +$57,000+6.3% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $899,000 | +$9,000+1.0% |
| 08-29-2013MLSSold | Sold | $890,000 | +$15,000+1.7% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $875,000 | +$156,000+21.7% |
| 10-17-2003Public RecordSold | Sold | $719,000 | +$181,000+33.6% |
| 06-16-2000Public RecordSold | Sold | $538,000 | +$253,000+88.8% |
| 07-12-1995Public RecordSold | Sold | $285,000 | −$65,000−18.6% |
| 06-29-1993Public RecordSold | Sold | $350,000 | +$25,000+7.7% |
| 06-19-1989Public RecordSold | Sold | $325,000 | — |
2026 Property Tax
$16,048per year
Assessed Value $1,578,000
Tax records back to 2003
| Year | Property Tax | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,048 | $1,578,000 |
| 2025 | $15,841 | $1,541,000 |
| 2024 | $14,928 | $1,434,000 |
| 2023 | $14,702 | $1,284,000 |
| 2022 | $13,560 | $1,161,000 |
| 2021 | $13,301 | $1,132,000 |
| 2020 | $13,086 | $1,132,000 |
| 2019 | $11,882 | $1,027,000 |
| 2018 | $11,030 | $923,000 |
| 2017 | $10,882 | $923,000 |
| 2016 | $10,671 | $902,000 |
| 2015 | $10,046 | $869,000 |
| 2014 | $9,544 | $827,000 |
| 2006 | $6,148 | $739,000 |
| 2005 | $5,326 | $634,000 |
| 2004 | $5,145 | $601,000 |
| 2003 | $4,442 | $547,000 |
Sale prices from public records; list prices from the MLS. Taxes shown are for the prior owner and can change after a sale.
20 Shaw Rd FAQ
At $1,575,000, the asking price of 20 Shaw Rd is 30.9% below the median asking price of $2,280,000 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- Its price per square foot is $712, 10.2% above the median of $646 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- That is the 37th highest price per square foot of the 104 homes for sale in Wellesley that list their size.
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