42 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
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OFF MARKET

42 Longfellow Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,024 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$2,144,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,698/mo*
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$2,144,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,698/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,024 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.15M
Since last month
Decreased$39K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$56K (+2.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$550K (+34.4%)
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 +108% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.15M
July 2026$2.19M
June 2026$2.23M
May 2026$2.22M
April 2026$2.18M
March 2026$2.18M
February 2026$2.1M
January 2026$2.05M
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
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,090,000
06/10/26
4
3.5
3,283
2 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,740,000
03/23/26
4
3.5
2,664
17 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,690,762
10/23/25
4
2.5
3,040
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,830,000
07/06/26
4
2.5
2,670
80 Washington St, Wellesley, MA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
07/17/26
5
4
3,096
5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
04/13/26
5
3.5
2,811
43 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,330,000
04/24/26
3
2
2,231
289 Walnut St, Wellesley, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,025,000
11/20/25
3
3.5
2,721
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
08/03/26
3
2.5
2,290
28 Emerson Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,325,000
06/17/26
3
2.5
2,897

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
49 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.06
$2,337,400
4
3.5
4,695
Off Market
47 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.07
$2,700,000
5
4.5
6,032
Recently Sold
25 Washburn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.11
$2,500,000
6
4
3,694
Recently Sold
21 Washburn Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.12
$2,662,100
3
3.5
3,745
Off Market
29 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.13
$3,419,000
5
4.5
5,428
Off Market
34 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.13
$2,724,900
4
3.5
3,870
Off Market
17 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.15
$1,757,600
4
2.5
3,040
Off Market
12 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.15
$2,420,900
4
3.5
3,656
Off Market
14 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.15
-
5
5.5
5,833
Off Market
49 Whittier Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.14
$2,935,000
5
3.5
4,364
Recently Sold
31 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.14
$1,338,600
5
3
2,601
Off Market
10 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.17
$3,204,900
4
4
5,057
Off Market

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
1938
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Living Area
3,024 sqft
Price/Sqft
$709
Parking
Garage

About this House

Storybook Tudor w/ English gardens in Poet's Corner for the most discriminating buyer. Home redone using highest quality materials. Close to highways, train, & shops. Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, & more. 1st floor has a bright big living room with a gas fireplace & adjacent sunroom. Kitchen-dining room are spacious w/ a large entertaining island + Cosy study & half bath, 2nd floor includes 3 big bedrooms all with hardwood floors & 2 full baths. Master bedroom w/ 2 walk-in closets & a luxurious bath w/ double sinks. Lower level w/ large family room w/ fireplace & a suite w/ a kitchenette/wet bar opens directly to the back yard. Mature English garden year-round in the front & in the backyard. Wooded area in the back can be all lawn. Greenhouse from Belgium. Younger roof, new boiler & HVAC systems. High ceiling throughout. Space ideal for social distancing. EV charging for electric cars and no more gas station visits. Impeccable details combine timeless beauty and luxury
42 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 3,024 sqft single-family home built in 1938. It last sold for $1,599,000 on Sep 10, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,144,800, with a rent estimate of $4,952/month.

Home Details for 42 Longfellow Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sun RoomWet Bar
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Other, Hardwood, Slate
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Shingle, BrickGardenPatioSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 8Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938Year Updated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Additional Information

Greenhouse

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 10, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,599,000
Aug 4, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$1,549,000
Jul 28, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,549,000
Jul 22, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,549,000
Jun 16, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,597,000

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

Around this home

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 42 Longfellow Rd

  • What is 42 Longfellow Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 42 Longfellow Rd in Wellesley, MA is $2,144,800.
  • What is the price history for 42 Longfellow Rd?
    42 Longfellow Rd in Wellesley, MA last sold for $1,599,000 in September 2020.
  • 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.
  • Does 42 Longfellow Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 42 Longfellow Rd in Wellesley, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 42 Longfellow Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 42 Longfellow Rd in Wellesley, MA has in-unit laundry.

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