
165 Cliff Rd Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Wellesley Farms NeighborhoodHighlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Marble Flooring
- Security Service
- Sprague Elementary School Rated A
- Patio
- French Doors
About This Home
As of January 2025Prestigious Cliff Estates residence is generously sited on just under an acre of land. This chic and sophisticated home, completely renovated in 2015, offers exquisite and timeless architectural detail throughout. Stunning foyer leads to grand living room with gorgeous beamed ceiling and classic dining room with lovely butler's pantry. Stunning chef's kitchen with high end appliances, custom hood and oversized island opens to sun-filled eat-in area and magnificent family room overlooking manicured grounds. Second floor offers luxurious master suite with serene spa like bath, three well proportioned bedrooms and two beautifully renovated full baths. Special space on the third floor with quiet sitting room and two bedrooms is the perfect spot to get away. Lower level includes exercise space, handsome billiard room, elegant wine cellar and gracious playroom. Fabulous carriage house with art studio and full bath offers a private retreat. Nothing has been spared - a truly amazing property
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 04/10/2019

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $49,879
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned SR20
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- Wired For Sound
- French Doors
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
- Tile
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Radiant Heating System
Community Details
- Security Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:094 R:052 S:
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
9 in this area
63 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
56 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Debi Benoit
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(617) 962-9292
17 in this area
116 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2014
Donahue Maley & Burns Team
Compass
(508) 254-9288
20 in this area
299 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
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72479607

APN: WELL-000094-000052