
165 Cliff Rd Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Wellesley Farms NeighborhoodHighlights
- 0.9 Acre Lot
- Open Floorplan
- Fruit Trees
- Sprague Elementary School Rated A
- Custom Closet System
- Landscaped Professionally
About This Home
As of January 2025This captivating Tudor blends timeless elegance w/modern sophistication redesigned by the renowned architect, Patrick Ahern. It's situated on nearly an acre of lush, pristine grounds in the prestigious Cliff Estates. The magnificent Carriage House w/a vaulted ceiling studio & bath offers the perfect work from home setting. A residence w/impressive sunlit formal rooms, handsome library w/a fireplace & inviting sunroom. The gorgeous Chef's Kitchen w/adjacent butler's pantry flows seamlessly into the Family Room. Double French doors opens to stone patios & fenced in play yard for fun & entertaining. 2nd floor w/4 en suite bdrms, including a luxurious Primary suite w/a spa-like bath & 3 closets. 3rd fl is dedicated to the ideal guest suite w/2 bedrooms, sitting room & bath. The LL is a true haven for leisure, w/it's spacious playroom, wine cellar, exercise room & billiard room w/ French doors leading to a blue stone patio. A special home, long admired & the one you've been waiting for!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $47,449
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 0.9 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Stone Wall
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Cleared Lot
- Fruit Trees
- Property is zoned SR20
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Slate Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 11,041 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Wainscoting
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Window Screens
- Arched Doorways
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Game Room
- Play Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Home Gym
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Sprague Elementary School
- WMS Middle School
- WHS High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- 5 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:094 R:052 S:,260316
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Wellesley Hills, MA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Not Resolvable | $3,600,000 | None Available | |
Land Court Massachusetts | $249,750 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $500,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $1,250,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $0 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
01/15/2025 01/15/25 | Sold | $5,150,000 | -4.6% | $466 / Sq Ft |
12/01/2024 12/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/18/2024 10/18/24 | Price Changed | $5,400,000 | -3.6% | $489 / Sq Ft |
10/01/2024 10/01/24 | For Sale | $5,600,000 | +55.6% | $507 / Sq Ft |
01/28/2020 01/28/20 | Sold | $3,600,000 | -9.4% | $504 / Sq Ft |
12/06/2019 12/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/27/2019 11/27/19 | For Sale | $3,975,000 | 0.0% | $556 / Sq Ft |
11/21/2019 11/21/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/03/2019 11/03/19 | Price Changed | $3,975,000 | -4.2% | $556 / Sq Ft |
08/18/2019 08/18/19 | Price Changed | $4,150,000 | -7.3% | $581 / Sq Ft |
07/23/2019 07/23/19 | Price Changed | $4,475,000 | +5.3% | $626 / Sq Ft |
07/23/2019 07/23/19 | Price Changed | $4,250,000 | -5.0% | $595 / Sq Ft |
06/22/2019 06/22/19 | Price Changed | $4,475,000 | -7.7% | $626 / Sq Ft |
04/10/2019 04/10/19 | For Sale | $4,850,000 | +56.5% | $679 / Sq Ft |
03/14/2014 03/14/14 | Sold | $3,100,000 | 0.0% | $403 / Sq Ft |
02/19/2014 02/19/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/06/2014 02/06/14 | Off Market | $3,100,000 | -- | -- |
09/09/2013 09/09/13 | Price Changed | $3,595,000 | -10.0% | $467 / Sq Ft |
01/14/2013 01/14/13 | For Sale | $3,995,000 | -- | $519 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $49,879 | $4,852,000 | $1,719,000 | $3,133,000 |
2024 | $47,449 | $4,558,000 | $1,495,000 | $3,063,000 |
2023 | $46,476 | $4,059,000 | $1,324,000 | $2,735,000 |
2022 | $46,405 | $3,973,000 | $1,186,000 | $2,787,000 |
2021 | $46,107 | $3,924,000 | $1,137,000 | $2,787,000 |
2020 | $45,361 | $3,924,000 | $1,137,000 | $2,787,000 |
2019 | $47,206 | $4,080,000 | $1,137,000 | $2,943,000 |
2018 | $45,219 | $3,784,000 | $887,000 | $2,897,000 |
2017 | $47,691 | $4,045,000 | $887,000 | $3,158,000 |
2016 | $44,824 | $3,789,000 | $872,000 | $2,917,000 |
2015 | $38,009 | $3,288,000 | $872,000 | $2,416,000 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Patricia Bradley
Rutledge Properties
(781) 235-4663
7 in this area
60 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Susan Bevilacqua
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Wellesley
(781) 235-2880
3 in this area
55 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Debi Benoit
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(617) 962-9292
20 in this area
145 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2014
Donahue Maley & Burns Team
Compass
(508) 254-9288
20 in this area
307 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Maureen McCaffrey
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Wellesley
(508) 494-0811
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73297001

APN: WELL-000094-000052