38 Chestnut St Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Wellesley Farms NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,728,000 - $4,608,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,487
Sq Ft
$727/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Custom Closet System
- Marble Flooring
- Sprague Elementary School Rated A
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 5-minute walk to Brown Park
About This Home
As of November 2021Highly sought after Wellesley Farms location! Stunning 5 bedroom colonial farmhouse offers character, charm and top of the line amenities. Light, bright and spacious kitchen open to family room w detailed fireplace flanked by built-ins, french doors to private backyard, stone patio & fireplace surrounded by decorative plantings and stone wall. The large second floor primary suite with gas fireplace, spa-like bathroom and 2 dressing rooms is accompanied by an en suite bedroom along with 2 bedrooms w shared bath. Third floor media room with gas fireplace, custom built-ins w beverage refrig and air filtration for the occasional cigar, 5th bedroom, bathroom and home office. The lower level provides an abundance of storage w plenty of ceiling height. 3 car attached garage, shed, direct entry into oversized mudroom offering extensive storage. Just move in to this spectacular home.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $37,265
Year Built
- 1904
Lot Details
- 0.49
Parking
- 3
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- French Doors
- Dining Area
- Exterior Basement Entry
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Second Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Utilities
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2021
Closed on
Nov 18, 2021
Sold by
Schenck Michon M
Bought by
Birmingham Mark J and Birmingham Beth A
Seller's Agent
Jane Wemyss
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Beyond Boston Properties Group
Compass
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.14%
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$489,581
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%
Original Mortgage
$2,800,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,592,501
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,397,080
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 29, 2016
Closed on
Jul 18, 2016
Sold by
38 Chestnut Street Rt
Bought by
Schenck Hilbert
Seller's Agent
Betsy Kessler
Rutledge Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Wilson
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$3,195,000
Sold Price
$2,980,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$215,000
-6.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 6, 2012
Closed on
Nov 3, 2014
Sold by
Osborn David S and Osborn Deborah L
Bought by
38 Chestnut Street Rt
Seller's Agent
Edna Chalmers
EA Realty Team
Buyer's Agent
Laura Keene
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-7.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
70.22%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 2005
Sold by
Grindle Merilee S and Grindle Steven H
Bought by
Osborn David S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,245,000
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Mark J | $3,500,000 | None Available | |
| Schenck Hilbert | $2,980,000 | -- | |
| 38 Chestnut Street Rt | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Osborn David S | $1,660,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Birmingham Mark J | $2,800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schenck Hilbert | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | 38 Chestnut Street Rt | $720,408 | |
| Previous Owner | 38 Chestnut Street Rt | $960,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Osborn Deborah L | $1,325,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Osborn David S | $1,245,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grindle Steven H | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Grindle Steven H | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grindle Steven H | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grindle Steven H | $270,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2021 11/18/21 | Sold | $3,500,000 | +0.1% | $638 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2021 09/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2021 09/13/21 | For Sale | $3,495,000 | +17.3% | $637 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2016 07/18/16 | Sold | $2,980,000 | -0.5% | $544 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2016 04/04/16 | Price Changed | $2,995,000 | -6.3% | $547 / Sq Ft |
| 02/29/2016 02/29/16 | For Sale | $3,195,000 | +166.3% | $583 / Sq Ft |
| 11/03/2014 11/03/14 | Sold | $1,200,000 | 0.0% | $302 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2014 09/11/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/22/2013 07/22/13 | Off Market | $1,200,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/27/2013 06/27/13 | Price Changed | $1,300,000 | 0.0% | $327 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2013 06/27/13 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | +13.0% | $327 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2013 02/18/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/10/2013 01/10/13 | Price Changed | $1,150,000 | -4.2% | $290 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2012 10/06/12 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | -- | $302 / 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 | $37,265 | $3,625,000 | $1,334,000 | $2,291,000 |
| 2024 | $35,300 | $3,391,000 | $1,160,000 | $2,231,000 |
| 2023 | $34,900 | $3,048,000 | $1,028,000 | $2,020,000 |
| 2022 | $34,876 | $2,986,000 | $921,000 | $2,065,000 |
| 2021 | $34,569 | $2,942,000 | $883,000 | $2,059,000 |
| 2020 | $34,923 | $3,021,000 | $883,000 | $2,138,000 |
| 2019 | $34,965 | $3,022,000 | $883,000 | $2,139,000 |
| 2018 | $33,639 | $2,815,000 | $884,000 | $1,931,000 |
| 2017 | $29,569 | $2,508,000 | $884,000 | $1,624,000 |
| 2016 | $19,318 | $1,633,000 | $869,000 | $764,000 |
| 2015 | $16,727 | $1,447,000 | $869,000 | $578,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jane Wemyss
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jane Wemyss
Compass
(617) 803-5149
2 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Beyond Boston Properties Group
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Beyond Boston Properties Group
Compass
(781) 296-0966
14 in this area
195 Total Sales
-
Betsy Kessler
Seller's Agent in 2016
Betsy Kessler
Rutledge Properties
(617) 306-6884
10 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Ryan Wilson
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Ryan Wilson
Keller Williams Realty
(781) 424-6286
661 Total Sales
-
Edna Chalmers
Seller's Agent in 2014
Edna Chalmers
EA Realty Team
(978) 479-2583
7 Total Sales
-
L
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Laura Keene
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72894059
APN: WELL-000084-000048
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