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Home Highlights
Finished Basement548 finished sq ft
Fireplace
$707 per Sq Ft9% above the Wellesley median ($646)
Minimal Flood RiskFEMA Zone X (unshaded)
About This Home
Tucked away on an idyllic side street in a charming Wellesley Farms neighborhood, this beautifully maintained Colonial offers classic character, stylish updates, sun-filled spaces, and an exceptional location. Inside, thoughtful updates blend seamlessly with the home's timeless appeal, including a beautifully updated kitchen with custom cabinetry and brass hardware that flows effortlessly into a sky-light lit eat-in area and oversized family room with built-ins. A formal dining room and living room offer flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you have four generous bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with sparkling en-suite bath, along with a newly renovated family bath. The lower level provides versatile space for a playroom, home office, or gym, and your outside space is lush with a beautiful patio, grassy yard, and deck . Ideally located for the best of Wellesley living, with easy access to the Farms commuter rail, Lower Falls, walking trails, and major commuter routes. With no through-traffic, this closed loop neighborhood fosters the perfect balance of privacy and community. A bright, happy home in a truly special setting.
Read moreKey Details
MLS #73578347
Monthly HOA$0
Price / Sq Ft$707
Property TypeSingle Family
SubdivisionWellesley Farms
Tax (2026)$15,163
Assessed Value$1,491,000
How This Home Compares
vs. the 109 homes for sale in WellesleyPrice$1,995,000
Median $2,280,000
$675,000
$8,995,000
13% below the median Wellesley home ($2,280,000).
Price per Sq Ft$707
Median $646
$330
$2,121
9% above the median Wellesley home ($646).
Home Size2,820 sq ft
Median 3,813 sq ft
1,136 sq ft
10,318 sq ft
26% smaller than the median Wellesley home (3,813 sq ft).
Lot Size0.23 acres
Median 0.37 acres
0.11 acres
3.06 acres
38% smaller than the median Wellesley home (0.37 acres).
Days on Market34 days
Median 41 days
0 days
522 days
Newer to the market than most homes here (41 days median).
39 River Glen Rd at a Glance
MLS# 73578347
Offered at $1,995,000, this 4 bed, 2.5 bath home has 2,820 square feet of living space and was built in 1952. It sits in Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, zoned for Schofield Elementary School, Wellesley Middle School and Wellesley High School.
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Property Details
Garage and Parking
- Open Parking
- Parking FeaturesPaved Drive
- Parking Total5
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living2,820
- Year Built1952
- Above Grade Finished Area2,272
- BelowGradeFinishedArea548
- Building Area Total2,820
- Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Construction MaterialsFrame
- Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
- Property Age74
- RoofShingle
- Year Built DetailsActual
- Year Built SourcePublic Records
- Architectural StyleColonial
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bedrooms4
- Total Bathrooms2.5
- Full Bathrooms2
- 1/2 Bathrooms1
- Primary Bathroom Features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms8
- Basement FeaturesFull
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling FeaturesCentral Air
- Heating FeaturesForced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating
- Number of Fireplaces1
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres0.229568
- Lot Size Square Feet10,000
Homeowners Association
- AssociationNo
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees0
School Information
- Elementary SchoolWps
- High SchoolWhs
- Middle SchoolWms
Amenities and Community Features
- Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount15,163
- City RegionWellesley Farms
- Source Listing StatusUnder Agreement
- CountyNorfolk County
- DirectionsGlen to River Glen
- Tax Year2026
- Source Property TypeResidential
- ExclusionsExcluded: 2 Light Fixtures, TV with Bracket, Powder Room Mirror, Living Room Curtains
- Home WarrantyNo
- AreaWellesley Farms
- Source NeighborhoodWellesley Farms
- Parcel NumberM:0051 B:0026 L:0000,258357
- Postal Code Plus 41626
- SubdivisionWellesley Farms
- ZoningSR10
- 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
$1,995,000
Last Sold $1,510,000 on 07-15-2021
First Recorded Sale $180,000 in 1983
SoldListed
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,995,000 | +$485,000+32.1% |
| 07-15-2021MLSSold | Sold | $1,510,000 | +$720,000+91.1% |
| 01-05-2010MLSSold | Sold | $790,000 | −$20,000−2.5% |
| 10-19-2009MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $810,000 | −$39,900−4.7% |
| 06-23-2009MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $849,900 | −$30,000−3.4% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $879,900 | +$602,600+217.3% |
| 11-01-1989Public RecordSold | Sold | $277,300 | +$97,300+54.1% |
| 05-01-1983Public RecordSold | Sold | $180,000 | — |
2026 Property Tax
$15,163per year
Assessed Value $1,491,000
Tax records back to 2003
| Year | Property Tax | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $15,163 | $1,491,000 |
| 2025 | $13,693 | $1,332,000 |
| 2024 | $13,262 | $1,274,000 |
| 2023 | $12,996 | $1,135,000 |
| 2022 | $11,925 | $1,021,000 |
| 2021 | $10,223 | $870,000 |
| 2020 | $10,057 | $870,000 |
| 2019 | $10,066 | $870,000 |
| 2018 | $9,883 | $827,000 |
| 2017 | $9,750 | $827,000 |
| 2016 | $9,559 | $808,000 |
| 2015 | $9,364 | $810,000 |
| 2014 | $8,470 | $734,000 |
| 2006 | $5,574 | $670,000 |
| 2005 | $5,317 | $633,000 |
| 2004 | $5,076 | $593,000 |
| 2003 | $4,718 | $581,000 |
Sale prices from public records; list prices from the MLS. Taxes shown are for the prior owner and can change after a sale.
39 River Glen Rd FAQ
At $1,995,000, the asking price of 39 River Glen Rd is 12.5% below the median asking price of $2,280,000 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- Its price per square foot is $707, 9.5% above the median of $646 for homes for sale in Wellesley.
- That is the 39th highest price per square foot of the 104 homes for sale in Wellesley that list their size.
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