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Home Massachusetts Wellesley Homes for Sale

51/53 Abbott Rd Wellesley, MA 02481

328 Days on Boston Pads
Price Reduced $3,195,000
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$5,800,000
9 Beds
8 Baths
11988 SQFT
1.31 Acre
HOA: N/A
51/53 Abbott Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481

Property Description

One of Wellesley’s most iconic homes is available for the first time in over a century. Located on 1.3 acres in the heart of the Country Club area, the main house has over 7,500 SF of living space with soaring ceilings, bespoke details, and Italian millwork found in signature homes of this era. The main entry is anchored by a showstopper grand staircase, original wrought iron light fixtures, double-height ceilings and fireplace, complimented by an entertainment sized living room, billiard room, and an oval dining room. Highlights include a six bedroom main house, four fireplaces, sun room, recording studio above garage, and a 3rd level with surprising multi-room bonus spaces offering unlimited potential. A stunning 3 bedroom guest house built in 2004 completes this one of a kind compound. Outside, the park-like setting includes private yard, secret garden and slate terrace. Circular driveway with porte cochere, wrap around porches and Japanese inspired garden behind the guesthouse.

Property Overview

Property Details click or tap to expand

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 26X21
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Deck - Exterior, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Slider
  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 25X17
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling - Coffered, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 26X19
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet - Walk-in, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 25X12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17X16
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 19
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X16
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Crown Molding, Exterior Access, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Unfinished Basement

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 6
  • Half Baths 2
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 8X7
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 15X5
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Amenities

  • Park
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Tennis Court
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Electric Baseboard, Gas, Geothermal Heat Source, Hot Air Gravity, Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Individual, Oil, Other (See Remarks), Steam, Unit Control
  • Cooling: Individual, None
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 10

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 11988
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1902
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Detached,
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Shared Drive
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Professional Landscaping
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint.

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73121838
  • Last Updated: 04/07/24
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed, Rent w/Option

Property History click or tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
04/07/2024Active$5,800,000$484MLSPIN
04/03/2024Extended$5,800,000$484MLSPIN
03/14/2024Active$5,800,000$484MLSPIN
03/10/2024Price Change$5,800,000$484MLSPIN
01/06/2024Active$6,350,000$530MLSPIN
01/02/2024Price Change$6,350,000$530MLSPIN
11/01/2023Active$7,995,000$667MLSPIN
10/28/2023Price Change$7,995,000$667MLSPIN
10/09/2023Active$8,795,000$734MLSPIN
10/05/2023Extended$8,795,000$734MLSPIN
10/01/2023Active$8,795,000$734MLSPIN
09/27/2023Price Change$8,795,000$734MLSPIN
06/11/2023Active$8,995,000$750MLSPIN
06/07/2023New$8,995,000$750MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Donahue Maley and Burns Team, Compass
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: 2.5%
Facilitator Compensation: 0
Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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