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42 Temple Rd, Wellesley, MA

Wellesley · MA 02482

$2,040,000
Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
2998
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1951
Lot size: 0.61 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $834 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Set on a naturalized landscaped oversized lot in a sought-after Wellesley location, this sun-filled Arts and Crafts residence blends timeless character with refined versatility. Thoughtfully expanded with custom architectural details, the home offers primary suites on both the first and second floors, generous additional bedrooms and baths, and flexible spaces for work, guests, or quiet retreats. Skylights, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings bring warmth, light, and scale throughout, and the landscaped grounds and specimen plantings complete the setting.•4 bedrooms, including primary suites on both the first and second floors•3 full baths and 2 half baths•Skylights, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings throughout•Thoughtful expansion featuring custom architectural details•Spacious two-car garage with attached workroom•Lower level provides generous storage and oversized playroom •Outdoor patio. Plant lovers paradise . Near Town center/Dana Hall, Hunnewell School, library. West facing sunsets.

Neighborhood & Transit

42 Temple Rd, Wellesley · MA 02482

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:
147 days
Listing Price:
$2,500,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$834
Tax Assessment:
$2,145,000 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,818 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,998 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
2005 second floor addition and 1st floor remodel, 1997 renovation of basement
Kitchen
Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Vaulted Ceiling, Peninsula, Upgraded Cabinets, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Walk-in Storage, Eat-in Kitchen, Cathedral Ceiling, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Tray Ceiling, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Range, Oven, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Dryer - ENERGY STAR, Washer - ENERGY STAR
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Remodeled, Vaulted Ceiling, Double Vanity, Full Bathroom, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Interior, Attic Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
2998
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Vinyl / VCT, Stone / Slate
Lead paint
Yes, Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Steam, Unit Control
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
2
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
26,709 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Sloping
Exterior Features
Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Drought Tolerant/Water Conserving Landscaping, Patio, Balcony, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Under, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Garage Door Opener
Off Street Parking
None, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

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
17X15
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Vestibule, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
12X16
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
12X19
Family room features
Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Sconce
Kitchen dimensions
19X14
Primary bedroom dimensions
21X15
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
17X11
Bedroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3 level
First Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
10X11
Bedroom 3 features
Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Bedroom 4 level
First Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
14X13
Bedroom 4 features
Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
4X14
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Low Flow Toilet, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
6X8
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Low Flow Toilet, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
6X14
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Low Flow Toilet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub

Listing information

Listing agent
Paula Carens
Listing office
Paula Carens
MLS PIN #
73533506
Disclosure
2005 second floor addition and 1st floor remodel, 1997 renovation of basement