1 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
OFF MARKET

1 Bancroft Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,899 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$1,389,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,289/mo*
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$1,389,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,289/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,899 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Nestled in the heart of beautiful & historic Wellesley Hills, this 1920s Colonial home transcends time. Every inch of this residence has been lovingly cared for, and updated, making it a rare turn-key product at this price. Enter the home through the gracious center foyer immersed in natural light. The first floor features the kitchen, a cozy living room, separate dining area, an additional playroom/office and a convenient half bath. Ascend to the second floor, where you will find four well-appointed bedrooms and a full bath (with tub!). One more floor up, there is an attic with its own set of walk-up stairs, great for additional storage. The finished basement offers even more living space, perfect for a home office or playroom - plus additional expansion. The lot is flat and over 1/4 acre with plenty of room for backyard fun! 2 car garage. Short distance from Wellesley Farms Commuter Rail, Warren Park, Quebrada, and so much more! Make your holidays Merry this year with 1 Bancroft!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from January 23, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
134 days ago

Home Details for 1 Bancroft Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1899 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a FireplaceNo Spa

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:044 R:049 S:, 258261

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,199,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Dec 15 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wellesley
School Information
Elementary School: Schoefield

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1899 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog TrailsNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73182938

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog Trails
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Jonathan Russell, (781) 888-2825
Columbus and Over Group, LLC, (617) 645-3407
Jeffrey Hamilton, (617) 645-3407
Bought with: Jin Wang, (857) 756-3647, Wang & Associates, (857) 756-3647
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73182938

Price History for 1 Bancroft Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/22/2024$1,150,000Sold
MLS PIN #73182938
12/07/2023$1,199,000ContingentMLS PIN #73182938
11/27/2023$1,199,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73182938
11/15/2019$780,000Sold
C21 Commonwealth Sold #72569489_02481
09/24/2019$750,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$10,136
Assessment$986,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1 Bancroft Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
43 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,330,000
04/24/26
3
2
2,231
31 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
06/30/25
5
3
2,601
8 Heckle St, Wellesley, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
07/10/25
3
3
2,585
28 Cunningham Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,420,000
09/03/25
3
2.5
2,118
39 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
11/12/25
3
2
2,154
23 Wareland Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,360,000
07/14/25
3
2
2,896
2 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,740,000
03/23/26
4
3.5
2,664
17 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,690,762
10/23/25
4
2.5
3,040
1 Bow St, Wellesley, MA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$1,280,000
08/07/25
3
2
1,650

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What Locals Say about Wellesley

At least 123 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 73 % Say there's wildlife

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say there are community events

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "Everyone walks their dogs and lets their dogs say hello, most often. People know each other. It’s a great community"
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    "Nothing. It’s a changing neighborhood with a mix of old and new homes. Most of the homes are old and run down. "
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    "I take the Commuter rail from Wellesley to the T subway. 1.5 hours to Cambridge from south station. "
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    "Lots of trails and other dogs in the area, many pet stores in the area as well. Dogs are well behaved and friendly. "
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  • Shirley L.
    "The walking paths and yearly town celebrations are wonderful! A great sense of community and great schools. "
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  • Sdipietro369
    "I am a visitor to this area. The neighborhood seems very nice with Babson College right around the corner. Shops within a close distance. "
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  • Katrina C.
    "You feel you're kids are safe here in town. Everyone is friendly and we're all neighbors. It's a lovely town with a community feeling. "
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  • Jamie.solomon1
    "I lived in Weston for two years and it’s a delightful town, with gorgeous land and large houses. Usually at least an acre"
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  • Cmt138
    "Great access to commuter rail from either Wellesley Square or Wellesley Hills. Easy 10-15 min walk. Better parking from Wellesley Square. Usually takes about 1/2 hour to Back Bay. Driving into Boston can take a little more time with traffic to cross town to Mass Pike."
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  • Laura M.
    "There are lots of dogs in our neighborhood- people walk them all the time. Dogs are welcome at Morse’s pond in the off season. "
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  • Bruce C.
    "Lots of other dog owners who walk their dogs all the time. Also plenty of space to run with dogs on a trail or away from streets. "
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  • Keith S.
    "Lots of trails and public spaces. Nationally acclaimed colleges. Variety of great shops and restaurants."
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  • Srodousakis
    "Wellesley is a beautiful but very privileged neighborhood. It is very safe and people are friendly. Schools are great! There is a cute downtown and generally it’s a great place to raise kids. "
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    "i love my neighborhood. everyone is so kind and welcoming. we often times have little gatherings or block parties. everyone knows each other and we are a very close community. "
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  • Victoria V.
    "That I live on route 16 and nobody lets me out of my driveway in the morning and I have to leave for work an hour early just because of that."
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1 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,899 sqft single-family home built in 1922. This property is not currently available for sale. 1 Bancroft Rd was last sold on Jan 22, 2024 for $1,150,000 (4% lower than the asking price of $1,199,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1 Bancroft Rd is $1,389,500.