173 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
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OFF MARKET

$2,873,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,500 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

173 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481

Est. Refi. Payment $17,109/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold May 31, 2018 for $1,750,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.87M
Since last month
Decreased$56K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+1.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$1M (+63.1%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.85M
July 2026$2.91M
June 2026$2.91M
May 2026$2.93M
April 2026$2.85M
March 2026$2.85M
February 2026$2.74M
January 2026$2.68M
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
46 Lincoln Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
01/09/26
4
3.5
3,705
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,225,000
06/12/26
5
3.5
2,590
15 Alden Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$2,625,000
04/30/26
4
3.5
3,433
117 Forest St, Wellesley, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$3,305,000
06/26/26
4
3.5
3,738
10 Allen Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,625,000
11/03/25
4
3.5
4,720
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$4,400,000
07/22/26
5
4.5
4,628
122 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
08/07/26
4
3.5
3,122
28 Clovelly Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$2,354,000
12/24/25
4
4.5
4,211
15 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
04/09/26
4
2.5
3,016
98 Great Plain Ave, Wellesley, MA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
01/30/26
4
4
4,304

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
133 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.13
$4,400,000
5
4.5
4,628
Recently Sold
23 Inverness Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
0.15
$4,525,000
6
6.5
9,523
Recently Sold
123 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.18
$5,986,800
6
6.5
7,424
Off Market
10 Clark Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.18
$5,100,000
6
7
6,148
Recently Sold
21 Windsor Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.25
$2,918,100
6
4
4,954
Off Market
46 Lincoln Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.28
$2,600,000
4
3.5
3,705
Recently Sold
3 Ordway Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.24
$3,982,000
6
5
6,087
Off Market
8 Lincoln Cir, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.29
$2,774,300
4
3.5
3,548
Off Market
120 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.26
$2,225,000
5
3.5
2,590
Recently Sold
53 Windsor Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.30
$2,982,000
4
4.5
3,272
Off Market
21 Alden Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.27
$2,614,200
4
3.5
2,852
Off Market
15 Alden Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.27
$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
1989
Lot Size
0.46 acres
Living Area
3,500 sqft
Price/Sqft
$821

About this House

This single-family home is located at 173 Forest St, Wellesley, MA. 173 Forest St is in Wellesley, MA and in ZIP code 02481. This property has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 3,500 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.46 acres and was built in 1989.
173 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,500 sqft single-family home built in 1989. It last sold for $1,750,000 on May 31, 2018. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2022 with an asking price of $10,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 9, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,873,600, with a rent estimate of $7,767/month.

Home Details for 173 Forest St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1989
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Other
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 6Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 9, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved
Aug 5, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #73022164
Listed For Rent
$10,000
Nov 20, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved
Aug 28, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #72887634
Listed For Rent
$8,500
Jul 18, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$8,500

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 173 Forest St

  • What is 173 Forest St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 173 Forest St in Wellesley, MA is $2,873,600.
  • What is the price history for 173 Forest St?
    173 Forest St in Wellesley, MA last sold for $1,750,000 in May 2018.
  • 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 173 Forest St?
    The lot at 173 Forest St in Wellesley, MA is about 0.46 acres (20,037 sq ft).
  • Does 173 Forest St have parking?
    Yes, 173 Forest St in Wellesley, MA has on-site parking.

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