NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18 Ordway Rd Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

Estimated Value: $2,907,978 - $3,620,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
4,569 Sq Ft
$710/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 14, 2018

Last sale price $2,315,000 $507 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,540/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Marble Flooring
  • Security Service
  • Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School Rated A
  • Patio
  • French Doors

About This Home

As of May 2018

This Classic 1929 Colonial is nestled on one of Wellesley's most iconic streets in the heart of the Country Club area. This home blends the warmth and character of this era w/ many updates for today's living. The convenience of an elevator offers direct access from garage and LL to all three floors. Frpl Living Room, formal Dining Room, sunny stainless/granite/Kitchen w/ frp/eat-in-area steps down to frpl Family Room w/soaring ceilings, walls of glass overlooking manicured grounds. French doors open to an expansive, terraced patio, perfect for entertaining. Mahogany Library, Office/Study, half bath complete the 1st floor. 2nd floor offer 4 bedrooms, frpl Master Suite, stunning marble bath w/steam shower, radiant heated floor, 3 additional beds, laundry. LL has Playroom/Exercise room and 2nd laundry. And...A separate Family Game Room with golf simulator and putting green. State of the Art audio/visual. Ideal for watching movies, playing video games and brushing up on your golf skills.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Sullivan

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley Listed on: 02/06/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Sullivan

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley Listed on: 02/06/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,691

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned SR20

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Decorative Lighting
  • French Doors
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Stone
  • Marble
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,691

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Other Agent: 3.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 524.18
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1929

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, French Doors
  • Appliances: Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Basement, Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Steam / Sauna
  • No Rooms: 11
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Remodeled
  • Laundry: On Level: Second Floor
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Other Room 2: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Other Room 3: Name: Library, On Level: First Floor, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Other Room 4: Name: Play Room, On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Other Room 5: Name: Exercise Room, On Level: Basement
  • Other Room 6: Name: Study, On Level: First Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Main Lo: AC0817
  • Main So: AC0817
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 4569.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Shingles, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Improved Driveway, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Radiant, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 6
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wellesley
  • Middle School: Wellesley
  • High School: Wellesley

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 1896000.00
  • Acre: 0.54
  • Lot Size: 23316.00
  • Zoning: SR20
  • Lot Description: Cleared

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 22657.20
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 258750

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Babu Ft $1,766,000
Closed Babu Ft $1,790,000
Closed Crowley John D $200,000
Closed Lauer Thomas H $500,000
Closed Lauer Thomas H $200,000
Closed Crowley John D $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2018 05/14/18 Sold $2,315,000 -3.3% $507 / Sq Ft
04/07/2018 04/07/18 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2018 04/03/18 For Sale $2,395,000 0.0% $524 / Sq Ft
03/21/2018 03/21/18 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2018 03/08/18 Price Changed $2,395,000 -4.2% $524 / Sq Ft
02/06/2018 02/06/18 For Sale $2,499,000 +16.2% $547 / Sq Ft
04/01/2014 04/01/14 Sold $2,150,000 0.0% $471 / Sq Ft
03/07/2014 03/07/14 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2014 01/28/14 Off Market $2,150,000 -- --
01/20/2014 01/20/14 For Sale $2,195,000 -- $480 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $28,691 $2,791,000 $1,459,000 $1,332,000
2024 $27,857 $2,676,000 $1,459,000 $1,217,000
2023 $26,873 $2,347,000 $1,301,000 $1,046,000
2022 $26,257 $2,248,000 $1,166,000 $1,082,000
2021 $25,474 $2,168,000 $1,086,000 $1,082,000
2020 $25,062 $2,168,000 $1,086,000 $1,082,000
2019 $25,547 $2,208,000 $1,126,000 $1,082,000
2018 $22,657 $1,896,000 $892,000 $1,004,000
2017 $22,342 $1,895,000 $891,000 $1,004,000
2016 $22,418 $1,895,000 $876,000 $1,019,000
2015 $21,964 $1,900,000 $877,000 $1,023,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72278235

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WELL-000057-000002