$2,075,000
SOLD AUG 20, 2019

24 Royalston Rd Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,900 Sq Ft
0.51 Acres

Recently Sold

$532 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School Rated A
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Security Service

About This Home

As of August 2019

Handsome 4 bedroom 3/1 bath Peirce Estates colonial with new systems, new roof and countless other updates has been transformed with the finest materials and finishes throughout. Crisp and sparkling chef's kitchen with all of the amenities opens to fire placed family room overlooking private professionally landscaped grounds with spacious patio, stone walls and level grass lawns for play and recreation. Entertainment sized dining room and fire placed living room plus fabulous study with loads of built ins and fireplace completes the first floor. Upstairs are 4 generous bedrooms including spacious master suite with newly remodeled waterworks bath. Lower level with playroom, exercise area and additional room with full bath can be used for au paire or guests. 2 car attached garage has been customized with built in storage systems, rubber flooring and new doors and the list goes on. A singular opportunity near all major routes and nestled in one of Wellesley's most coveted neighborhoods!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donahue Maley & Burns Team

Compass Listed on: 05/08/2019

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Last Buyer's Agent

Donahue Maley & Burns Team

Compass Listed on: 05/08/2019

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,801

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • Stone Wall
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned SR20

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • French Doors
  • Patio
  • Basement

Community Details

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,801

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Actual, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 537.18
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1960

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, French Doors
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator - Wine Storage, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 14X21, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 15X13, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 11X17, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 12X13, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • No Rooms: 12
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 14X13, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X19, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 27X17, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 14X21, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished
  • Other Room 1: Name: Media Room, On Level: Basement, Dimension: 12X21, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Other Room 2: Name: Play Room, On Level: Basement, Dimension: 13X21, Fireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Other Room 3: Name: Exercise Room, On Level: Basement, Dimension: 13X18, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Other Room 4: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Basement, Bathroom - Full
  • Other Room 5: Name: Study, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X17, Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: AN2383
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3900.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Foundation Size: 9999

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air, Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bates
  • Middle School: WMS
  • High School: WHS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 1557000.00
  • Acre: 0.51
  • Lot Size: 22076.00
  • Page: 295
  • Zoning: SR20
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 18014.49
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 262958

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2019
Closed on
Aug 14, 2019
Sold by
Price Christopher D and Price Nancy E
Bought by
Cox Kyle J and Cox Jamie S
Seller's Agent
Donahue Maley & Burns Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Donahue Maley & Burns Team
Compass
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-0.95%
Current Estimated Value
$2,945,797

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$870,797
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.06%
Original Mortgage
$2,074,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,835,987
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,110,087

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2015
Closed on
Apr 6, 2016
Sold by
Peters Ronald E and Peters Lori S
Bought by
Price Christopher D and Price Nancy E
Seller's Agent
Melissa Dailey
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Kessler
Rutledge Properties
List Price
$1,799,000
Sold Price
$1,715,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,000
-4.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$1,372,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1999
Sold by
Loutrel Charles F and Loutrel James E
Bought by
Peters Ronald E and Peters Lori S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
7.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $2,075,000 --
Not Resolvable $1,715,000 --
Deed $811,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,074,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,372,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $985,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $615,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $400,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $260,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $243,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $240,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2019 08/20/19 Sold $2,075,000 -1.0% $532 / Sq Ft
05/10/2019 05/10/19 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2019 05/08/19 For Sale $2,095,000 +22.2% $537 / Sq Ft
04/06/2016 04/06/16 Sold $1,715,000 0.0% $553 / Sq Ft
03/24/2016 03/24/16 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2016 03/23/16 Off Market $1,715,000 -- --
02/16/2016 02/16/16 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2016 01/25/16 Price Changed $1,749,000 -2.8% $564 / Sq Ft
01/06/2016 01/06/16 For Sale $1,799,000 +4.9% $580 / Sq Ft
12/21/2015 12/21/15 Off Market $1,715,000 -- --
12/02/2015 12/02/15 For Sale $1,799,000 -- $580 / 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 $22,801 $2,218,000 $1,301,000 $917,000
2024 $22,787 $2,189,000 $1,301,000 $888,000
2023 $22,110 $1,931,000 $1,135,000 $796,000
2022 $19,996 $1,712,000 $900,000 $812,000
2021 $20,116 $1,712,000 $900,000 $812,000
2020 $19,421 $1,680,000 $900,000 $780,000
2019 $18,014 $1,557,000 $900,000 $657,000
2018 $18,953 $1,586,000 $886,000 $700,000
2017 $18,711 $1,587,000 $887,000 $700,000
2016 $18,017 $1,523,000 $872,000 $651,000
2015 $15,051 $1,302,000 $871,000 $431,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72496291

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: WELL-000145-000030