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279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA

Wellesley · MA 02481

$2,230,000
Price
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4512
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1948
Lot size: 0.56 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $527 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Timeless Garrison nestled on a picturesque half-acre lot. Extensively renovated and expanded in 2005, this beautifully updated 4,000+ sq ft home blends classic New England charm with modern luxury just steps to Longfellow Pond. Thoughtfully designed with exceptional space & inviting gathering areas, the chef’s kitchen with oversized island opens to a fireside sitting area, the expansive family room flows seamlessly to an elegant fireplaced living room with French doors leading to a private stone patio. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a walk-in closet and double vanity, along with three additional bedrooms & dedicated home office. The finished lower level offers a recreation room, full bath, & oversized laundry. Meticulously maintained with major system updates, including newer furnaces, central air, & hot water heater. Close to Needham & Wellesley MBTA, this exceptional home offers a rare blend of lifestyle, location, and design. Fiske Elementary is a Blue Ribbon school

Neighborhood & Transit

279 Oakland St, Wellesley · MA 02481

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
189 days
Listing Price:
$2,380,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$527
Tax Assessment:
$2,014,000 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,707 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,512 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Measured approximate
Kitchen
Main Floor, Custom Built Cabinets, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Recessed Lighting, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Freezer - Upright
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
13
Above grade area
3552
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
4
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
24,400 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Clapboard, Fiber Cement Siding
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room dimensions
13X21
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
16X14
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
20X23
Family room features
Ceiling - Coffered, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen dimensions
16X15
Primary bedroom dimensions
18X20
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
16X12
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
11X17
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
13X11
Bedroom 4 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Listing information

Listing agent
Christine Norcross & Partners
Listing office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS PIN #
73509829
Disclosure
Per Seller the light pole at driveway does not work
Disclosure
Measured approximate