36 Old Farm Rd Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Wellesley Farms Neighborhood
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,359
Sq Ft
0.64
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Home Theater
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sprague Elementary School Rated A
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of July 2025Stunning New England Cape in superb Wellesley Farms neighborhood! This much admired property with spectacular curb appeal is beautifully positioned on an oversized 2/3 acre lot with gorgeously landscaped private grounds. Expanded and updated, this home has all the charming details intact. The first floor has plenty of formal and informal spaces including LR with spectacular fireplace, banquet size DR, office, kitchen/family room addition as well as a magnificent new library. Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms including a lovely primary suite. Lots of terrific finished space in lower level for all kinds of fun. 2 car attached flat entrance garage plus 3rd bay into basement. Commute by train or pike to Boston is best ib town. Gorgeous grounds, classic architecture, slate roof, white brick, clapboards, .... this is quintessential Wellesley Farms.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,380
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 0.64 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned SR20
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Slate Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Decorative Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Mud Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library
- Play Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- WMS Middle School
- WHS High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Water Treatment System
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:083 R:037 S:,259747
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Wellesley Farms Subdivision
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 30, 2025
Closed on
Jul 31, 2025
Sold by
Cynthia L Strauss Ret and Strauss
Bought by
Melnic Christopher M and Kolettis Diana S
Seller's Agent
Christine Lawrence
Rutledge Properties
Buyer's Agent
Carmela Laurella
CL Properties
List Price
$3,765,000
Sold Price
$3,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$290,000
-7.7%
Views
51
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
98.52%
Original Mortgage
$2,780,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,776,888
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$919,326
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2023
Sold by
Sherr Harry A and Strauss Cynthia L
Bought by
Cynthia L Strauss Ret
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2005
Sold by
Procknow Eugene A and Procknow Mary E
Bought by
Strauss Cynthia L and Sherr Harry A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,350,000
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 1996
Sold by
Dahlie Paul N and Dahlie Susan S
Bought by
Procknow Eugene A and Procknow Mary E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1988
Sold by
Mcgoldric Richard D
Bought by
Dahlie Paul N
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $3,475,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,800,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,800,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $930,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $930,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $770,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,780,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,300,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,350,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $3,475,000 | -7.7% | $648 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | For Sale | $3,765,000 | -- | $703 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $29,380 | $2,858,000 | $1,525,000 | $1,333,000 |
| 2024 | $27,160 | $2,609,000 | $1,326,000 | $1,283,000 |
| 2023 | $26,782 | $2,339,000 | $1,175,000 | $1,164,000 |
| 2022 | $25,322 | $2,168,000 | $1,053,000 | $1,115,000 |
| 2021 | $24,957 | $2,124,000 | $1,009,000 | $1,115,000 |
| 2020 | $24,553 | $2,124,000 | $1,009,000 | $1,115,000 |
| 2019 | $24,575 | $2,124,000 | $1,009,000 | $1,115,000 |
| 2018 | $25,095 | $2,100,000 | $905,000 | $1,195,000 |
| 2017 | $24,759 | $2,100,000 | $905,000 | $1,195,000 |
| 2016 | $24,725 | $2,090,000 | $890,000 | $1,200,000 |
| 2015 | $24,114 | $2,086,000 | $889,000 | $1,197,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christine Lawrence
Seller's Agent in 2025
Christine Lawrence
Rutledge Properties
(781) 820-1336
14 in this area
123 Total Sales
-
Heather Steele
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Heather Steele
Rutledge Properties
(617) 519-6810
2 in this area
9 Total Sales
-
Brian McMahon
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Brian McMahon
Rutledge Properties
(781) 801-5403
3 in this area
17 Total Sales
-
Carmela Laurella
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carmela Laurella
CL Properties
(617) 797-2538
1 in this area
173 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73382873
APN: WELL-000083-000037
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