Interior Features
- Bathroom - Full
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
- Recessed Lighting
- Closet
- Bathroom
- Mud Room
- Play Room
- FlooringTile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
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Home Highlights
Covered Patio
2‑Car Garage
Finished BasementWalk-out access
Fireplace2 fireplaces
About This Home
Located in one of Wellesley's most sought-after neighborhoods, this handsome 1924 Colonial offers the timeless character of its era paired with an exceptional floor plan and outdoor spaces that are truly special. From the moment you arrive, the original architectural details and craftsmanship are evident, giving the home a warmth and sense of character that is increasingly difficult to find. The first floor is thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with generously proportioned rooms and a seamless connection to the outdoors. A recently expanded deck, accessible from both the family room and living room, creates an ideal setting for summer dinners, morning coffee, or gathering with friends. Beyond it, the expansive backyard is an uncommon feature for this neighborhood-beautifully private, unusually spacious, and offering wonderful possibilities for outdoor living, recreation, and play. The second floor offers four bedrooms, including a generously sized primary suite with an updated bath and ample closet space. An oversized guest suite provides additional comfort and flexibility for family or visitors. The lower level adds another dimension of versatility with a full bath and flexible finished space that can easily accommodate a bedroom suite, home office, playroom, gym, or recreation area. An oversized garage is an exceptional bonus, offering additional space that could serve as a home gym, workshop, hobby area, or simply provide abundant storage. A rare combination of location, character, privacy, and flexible living space, this home offers the opportunity to enjoy all that makes this Wellesley neighborhood so desirable while having an outdoor setting that feels remarkably private and expansive.
Read moreKey Details
MLS #73579886
Monthly HOA$0
Price / Sq Ft$750
Property TypeSingle Family
SubdivisionPoets Corner
Tax (2026)$24,571
Assessed Value$2,416,000
How This Home Compares
vs. the 107 homes for sale in WellesleyPrice$2,795,000
Median $2,280,000
$675,000
$8,995,000
23% above the median Wellesley home ($2,280,000).
Price per Sq Ft$750
Median $645
$330
$2,121
16% above the median Wellesley home ($645).
Home Size3,725 sq ft
Median 3,813 sq ft
1,136 sq ft
10,318 sq ft
About the same as the median Wellesley home.
Lot Size0.32 acres
Median 0.37 acres
0.11 acres
3.06 acres
14% smaller than the median Wellesley home (0.37 acres).
Days on Market28 days
Median 38 days
2 days
519 days
Newer to the market than most homes here (38 days median).
8 Tennyson Rd at a Glance
MLS# 73579886
Offered at $2,795,000, this 4 bed, 3.5 bath home has 3,725 square feet of living space and was built in 1924. It sits in Poets Corner, Wellesley, zoned for Schofield 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
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Laundry FeaturesIn Basement
- Dining Room FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room LevelFirst
- Kitchen FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
- Kitchen LevelFirst
Exterior and Lot
- Deck
- Covered Patio/Deck
- Storage
- Professional Landscaping
- Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch FeaturesDeck, Covered
- Road Frontage TypePublic
- Patio
- Deck
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage
- Covered Spaces2
- Garage Spaces2
- Open Parking
- Parking FeaturesAttached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Parking Total6
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living3,725
- Year Built1924
- Above Grade Finished Area3,055
- BelowGradeFinishedArea670
- Building Area Total3,725
- Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Construction MaterialsFrame
- Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
- Property Age102
- RoofShingle
- Year Built DetailsApproximate
- Year Built SourcePublic Records
- Architectural StyleColonial
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bedrooms4
- Primary Bedroom LevelSecond
- Bedroom 2 LevelSecond
- Bedroom 3 LevelSecond
- Bedroom 4 LevelSecond
- Primary Bedroom FeaturesBathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
- Bedroom 2 FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 3 FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 4 FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
- Total Bathrooms3.5
- Full Bathrooms3
- 1/2 Bathrooms1
- Bathroom 1 LevelFirst
- Bathroom 2 LevelSecond
- Bathroom 3 LevelSecond
- Primary Bathroom Features
- Bathroom 1 FeaturesBathroom - Half
- Bathroom 2 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled with Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Bathroom 3 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - with Shower Stall, Bathroom - with Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms8
- Basement FeaturesFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access
- Family Room LevelFirst
- Living Room LevelFirst
- Family Room FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Living Room FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling FeaturesCentral Air
- Fireplace FeaturesFamily Room, Living Room
- Heating FeaturesForced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Heating
- Number of Fireplaces2
Land Info
- Lot DescriptionLevel
- Lot Size Acres0.321924
- Lot Size Square Feet14,023
Homeowners Association
- AssociationNo
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees0
School Information
- Elementary SchoolSchofield
- High SchoolWhs
- Middle SchoolWms
Amenities and Community Features
- Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount24,571
- Source Listing StatusActive
- CountyNorfolk County
- DirectionsWalnut Street to Tennyson Road
- Tax Year2026
- Source Property TypeResidential
- Home WarrantyNo
- Source NeighborhoodPoets Corner
- Parcel NumberM:0043 B:0074 L:0000,258204
- Postal Code Plus 45232
- SubdivisionPoets Corner
- ZoningSR15
- Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Utilities
- SewerPublic Sewer
- Water SourcePublic
Schools Zoned for This Home
Wellesley School District
elementary · K-5Photo: webSchofield Elementary School
8/10
middle · 6-8Photo: webWellesley Middle School
8/10
high · 9-12Photo: webWellesley High School
10/10
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Price History
Listed For
$2,795,000
Last Sold $1,915,000 on 06-29-2018
First Recorded Sale $420,000 in 1995
SoldListed
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLSListed | Listed | $2,795,000 | +$105,000+3.9% |
| 05-08-2026MLSListing Removed | Listing Removed | — | — |
| 04-25-2026MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $2,690,000 | −$200,000−6.9% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $2,890,000 | +$975,000+50.9% |
| 06-29-2018MLSSold | Sold | $1,915,000 | +$40,000+2.1% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,875,000 | +$1,350,000+257.1% |
| 05-27-1998Public RecordSold | Sold | $525,000 | +$105,000+25.0% |
| 06-30-1995Public RecordSold | Sold | $420,000 | — |
2026 Property Tax
$24,571per year
Assessed Value $2,416,000
Tax records back to 2003
| Year | Property Tax | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,571 | $2,416,000 |
| 2025 | $23,551 | $2,291,000 |
| 2024 | $22,454 | $2,157,000 |
| 2023 | $22,236 | $1,942,000 |
| 2022 | $21,515 | $1,842,000 |
| 2021 | $20,504 | $1,745,000 |
| 2020 | $19,976 | $1,728,000 |
| 2019 | $17,124 | $1,480,000 |
| 2018 | $14,854 | $1,243,000 |
| 2017 | $14,655 | $1,243,000 |
| 2015 | $13,999 | $1,211,000 |
| 2014 | $13,929 | $1,207,000 |
| 2006 | $7,563 | $909,000 |
| 2005 | $7,048 | $839,000 |
| 2004 | $6,831 | $798,000 |
| 2003 | $6,480 | $798,000 |
Sale prices from public records; list prices from the MLS. Taxes shown are for the prior owner and can change after a sale.
8 Tennyson Rd FAQ
At $2,795,000, the asking price of 8 Tennyson Rd is 22.6% above the median asking price of $2,280,000 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- Its price per square foot is $750, 16.3% above the median of $645 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- That is the 29th highest price per square foot of the 102 homes for sale in Wellesley that list their size.
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