144 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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OFF MARKET

144 Forest St
Wellesley, MA 02481

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 6,400 sqft (on 0.70 acres)

$4,906,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $29,084/mo*
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$4,906,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $29,084/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
5 Baths
6,400 sqft
(on 0.70 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$4.91M
Since last month
Increased$12K (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$339K (+7.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+71.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +70% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$4.96M
July 2026$4.95M
June 2026$4.99M
May 2026$4.99M
April 2026$4.84M
March 2026$4.88M
February 2026$4.68M
January 2026$4.53M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$4,400,000
07/22/26
5
4.5
4,628
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$3,305,000
06/26/26
4
3.5
3,738
10 Clark Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$5,100,000
07/23/26
6
7
6,148
51 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$2,700,000
09/03/25
6
4.5
7,830
46 Lincoln Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
01/09/26
4
3.5
3,705
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,225,000
06/12/26
5
3.5
2,590
23 Inverness Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$4,525,000
07/10/26
6
6.5
9,523
10 Allen Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$2,625,000
11/03/25
4
3.5
4,720
72 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
08/29/25
4
4.5
6,373
28 Clovelly Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$2,354,000
12/24/25
4
4.5
4,211

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
123 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.04
$5,961,300
6
6.5
7,424
Off Market
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.04
$4,400,000
5
4.5
4,628
Recently Sold
23 Inverness Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
0.10
$4,525,000
6
6.5
9,523
Recently Sold
10 Clark Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.09
$5,100,000
6
7
6,148
Recently Sold
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.13
$2,225,000
5
3.5
2,590
Recently Sold
21 Windsor Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.16
$2,918,100
6
4
4,954
Off Market
108 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.17
$6,187,500
6
7
7,037
Recently Sold
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.17
$3,305,000
4
3.5
3,738
Recently Sold
3 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.17
$3,956,900
6
5
6,087
Off Market
108 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.21
$2,404,300
5
3.5
4,635
Off Market
10 Allen Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.24
$2,625,000
4
3.5
4,720
Recently Sold
15 Alden Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.23
$2,625,000
4
3.5
3,433
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1933
Lot Size
0.7 acres
Living Area
6,400 sqft
Price/Sqft
$767

About this House

Magnificent brick Georgian Colonial residence with a slate roof, built in 1933, combines old world elegance & modern living in one of Wellesley's most desirable locations. This home was extensively renovated in 2004 and sits on a large level lot offering sweeping lawns, fieldstone walls, exquisite gardens, patios, and specimen trees. The home features a stunning foyer with a beautiful staircase. The graceful living & dining rooms can accommodate large gatherings. The renovated custom kitchen opens to an eating area with an attractive banquet with views of the back yard. A spacious family room features a gas fireplace, built-ins, & French doors leading to the large patio. The hand crafted bar room & adjacent sunroom complete the first floor. The master bedroom suite includes a fireplace, luxurious bathroom, & dressing area. There are four additional bedrooms. The basement is complete with a billiard room, wine cellar, recreation room, & home theatre.
144 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 6,400 sqft single-family home built in 1933. It last sold for $2,900,000 on Jun 9, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,906,900, with a rent estimate of $15,592/month.

Home Details for 144 Forest St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 14
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1933Year Updated: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.70 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 9, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$2,900,000
Mar 21, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$3,095,000
Mar 3, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$3,095,000
Price decreased by 6%
Feb 3, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$3,295,000
Oct 10, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,875,000

Market trends in Wellesley

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.15M
$161KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$666
$18MoM
Available listings
87
25MoM

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What Locals Say about Wellesley

At least 124 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

  • 75 % 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

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Mike Holiday
    "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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  • Emilyperrottet
    "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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  • Emilyperrottet
    "I take the Commuter rail from Wellesley to the T subway. 1.5 hours to Cambridge from south station. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Molly R.
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 144 Forest St

  • What is 144 Forest St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 144 Forest St in Wellesley, MA is $4,906,900.
  • What is the price history for 144 Forest St?
    144 Forest St in Wellesley, MA last sold for $2,900,000 in June 2016.
  • Is Wellesley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wellesley is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wellesley?
    The median sale price in Wellesley is $2.15M. That is up $161K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 144 Forest St?
    The lot at 144 Forest St in Wellesley, MA is about 0.70 acres (30,492 sq ft).

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