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81 River St, Wellesley, MA

Wellesley · MA 02481

$1,300,000
Price
6
Beds
2
Baths
2816
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1871
Lot size: 0.49 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $453 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

The space you've been searching for?privacy, size, and location! Nestled in Wellesley Hills, this expansive home features six bedrooms?all with custom closets?conveniently located on the second level. The spacious kitchen with a large center island flows into a welcoming family room, perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The formal living room boasts a fireplace and French doors, while the dining room offers wood flooring and a charming bay window. The generous primary suite includes a balcony and two closets- one an oversized walk-in. Bonus spaces include an enclosed front porch/sunroom, rear deck, and a sizable basement with endless potential. Set on a large, tranquil lot (just under 1/2 acre!), yet conveniently close to major routes and local amenities. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for 30 years?this rare gem is ready for its next chapter. Come make it yours!

Neighborhood & Transit

81 River 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:
303 days
Listing Price:
$1,275,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$453
Tax Assessment:
$1,342,000 in 2025
Taxes:
$1,150 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
2,816 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
SF does not include basement space. Dry-walled area of basement = add't 580sf.
Kitchen
Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Kitchen Island, Stone Countertops, Main Level, Exterior Access, Slider, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Balcony - Exterior, Custom Built Closet/Cabinets, Walk-in Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
9
Above grade area
2816
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air, Unit Control
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
2
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Lot Size
21,140 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded, Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Stone Wall, Deck - Wood, Porch - Enclosed, Balcony, Storage Shed

Parking

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

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Vinyl
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
12'3X21'4
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Main Level
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
12'4X14'4
Dining room features
Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
16'0X21'7
Family room features
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Main Level, Open Floor Plan
Kitchen dimensions
15'4X16'9
Primary bedroom dimensions
22'4X17'5
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
12'6X9'6
Bedroom 2 features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
12'6X8'11
Bedroom 3 features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
12'3X9'8
Bedroom 4 features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
12'3X8'11
Bedroom 5 features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
9'2X8'3
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
10'6X8'11
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Pocket Door

Listing information

Listing agent
Kate Swenson
Listing office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS PIN #
73432697
Disclosure
See agent regarding right of way (back driveway) to Prospect Street. Dishwasher in need of repair. Roof is 2010. Water heater is 2020. Large addition/gut renovation completed in 1995.
Disclosure
SF does not include basement space. Dry-walled area of basement = add't 580sf.