53 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
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OFF MARKET

53 Bancroft Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,972 sqft (on 0.38 acres)

$1,861,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,079/mo*
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$1,861,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,079/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,972 sqft
(on 0.38 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.86M
Since last month
Decreased$23K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$50K (+2.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$351K (+23.3%)
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 +134% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.86M
July 2026$1.88M
June 2026$1.93M
May 2026$1.94M
April 2026$1.89M
March 2026$1.88M
February 2026$1.8M
January 2026$1.78M
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
17 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,690,762
10/23/25
4
2.5
3,040
43 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$1,330,000
04/24/26
3
2
2,231
14 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,830,000
07/06/26
4
2.5
2,670
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
08/03/26
3
2.5
2,290
2 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,740,000
03/23/26
4
3.5
2,664
21 Cunningham Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,280,000
05/29/26
4
2.5
3,533
4 Fiske Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$2,090,000
06/10/26
4
3.5
3,283
39 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
11/12/25
3
2
2,154
80 Washington St, Wellesley, MA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
07/17/26
5
4
3,096
5 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
04/13/26
5
3.5
2,811

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
43 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.02
$1,330,000
3
2
2,231
Recently Sold
31 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.06
$1,338,600
5
3
2,601
Off Market
1 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.09
$1,320,100
4
1.5
1,899
Off Market
34 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.09
$2,724,900
4
3.5
3,870
Off Market
28 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.13
$2,344,400
5
4.5
3,038
Off Market
47 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.10
$2,700,000
5
4.5
6,032
Recently Sold
27 Heckle St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.14
$2,346,600
5
3
2,963
Off Market
365 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.15
$2,800,000
7
7.5
7,000
Recently Sold
49 Longfellow Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.12
$2,337,400
4
3.5
4,695
Off Market
39 Grantland Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.17
$2,245,300
4
3.5
4,524
Off Market
14 Bird Hill Ave, Wellesley, MA 02481
0.20
$3,895,000
5
5.5
5,833
Recently Sold
37 Oakland St, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
0.19
$2,280,000
5
4.5
3,600
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 53 Bancroft Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1930
Lot Size
0.38 acres
Living Area
2,972 sqft
Price/Sqft
$626
Parking
Garage

About this House

Incredible value awaits in this charming 1930's colonial boasting close to 3,000sqft on three floors! 10 spacious rooms with high ceilings including 5 bedrooms, an elegant living and dining room, warm and light-filled family room, eat-in-kitchen with updated appliances and private office on third floor. The master bedroom is complete with fireplace, private bath and plenty of closet space. Perfect yard with brick patio nestled in popular Wellesley Hills neighborhood and convenient to commuter rail and Hills shopping.
53 Bancroft Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,972 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $1,510,000 on Mar 22, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,861,300, with a rent estimate of $7,008/month.

Home Details for 53 Bancroft Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, Recreation Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: WoodGardenLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.38 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 22, 2022
Source: MLS PIN #72944135
Sold
$1,510,000
Feb 18, 2022
Source: MLS PIN #72944135
Listed For Sale
$1,459,000
Jun 19, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$755,000
Nov 9, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$799,000
Sep 10, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$799,000

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 53 Bancroft Rd

  • What is 53 Bancroft Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 53 Bancroft Rd in Wellesley, MA is $1,861,300.
  • What is the price history for 53 Bancroft Rd?
    53 Bancroft Rd in Wellesley, MA last sold for $1,510,000 in March 2022.
  • 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 53 Bancroft Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 53 Bancroft Rd in Wellesley, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 53 Bancroft Rd?
    The lot at 53 Bancroft Rd in Wellesley, MA is about 0.38 acres (16,443 sq ft).

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