
283 Walnut Street Wellesley — Photo 1 of 33
Recent Drop: $146,000
$2,449,000
283 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
Wellesley, MA 02481 — Poets
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
SqFt
4,201
Style
Single Family
Built
1874
Full gut renovation & addition to this 4 bedroom home in the Poet's corner neighborhood. Fabulous open floor plan with 11' ceilings and filled with windows and sunshine. High end kitchen opens to dining room and spacious family room with built-ins. Huge walk-in food and appliance pantry. Living room with gas fireplace perfect for entertaining. First floor private office. Cozy dining nook plus sitting area over looks the bluestone patio. Oversized mudroom with built-in cubbies. Main suite with spa-like bath and walk-in closet. 3 additional rooms all similar in size with 2 more full baths. Lower level ideal for playroom or exercise plus huge storage room. This is a location close to Warren Park, Wellesley Lower Falls, Boston, train and major routes. Garage with Tesla charger. Aqueduct walking trails in the back just adds another dimension to this incredible home in one of Wellesley's favorite neighborhoods! Move right in!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Wellesley, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First17 x 19
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl First18 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl First16 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Family Room
Lvl First21 x 19
Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second19 x 14
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second15 x 17
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second15 x 19
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second11 x 14
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Property History
$2,449,000
Was $2,495,000
Aug 8, 2026
MLS® 73529519
$2,495,000
Was $2,595,000
Jun 17, 2026
MLS® 73529519
$2,595,000
Jun 3, 2026
MLS® 73529519
Population
17,415
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$250K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
12.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Norfolk County
1,189 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+21% vs the prior 12 months) — 706 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,201 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 12,149 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Melissa Dailey
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
MLS® Number: 73529519
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