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283 Walnut Street Wellesley — Photo 1 of 33

283 Walnut Street Wellesley — Photo 1 of 33

Recent Drop: $146,000

$2,595,000
$2,449,000

$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

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$583/sqft
Local Avg (Wellesley)$691/sqft
16% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Wellesley, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$2,595,000
Annual Taxes$23,685

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms11
Fireplaces2
FlooringWood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofRubber
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningSR10

Property & Lot

Acres0.28
SqFt Lot12,149
Lot Features--

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

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily Room
Living Room
Lvl First

17 x 19

Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room
Lvl First

18 x 14

Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl First

16 x 14

Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Family Room
Lvl First

21 x 19

Flooring - Hardwood

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

19 x 14

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

15 x 17

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

15 x 19

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

11 x 14

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood

Property History

Price Drop
$2,449,000

Was $2,495,000

Aug 8, 2026

MLS® 73529519

Price Drop
$2,495,000

Was $2,595,000

Jun 17, 2026

MLS® 73529519

Listed
$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 Provided By

Listing Agent: Melissa Dailey

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

MLS® Number: 73529519

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