This captivating Tudor blends timeless elegance w/modern sophistication redesigned by the renowned architect, Patrick Ahern. It's situated on nearly an acre of lush, pristine grounds in the prestigious Cliff Estates. The magnificent Carriage House w/a vaulted ceiling studio & bath offers the perfect work from home setting. A residence w/impressive sunlit formal rooms, handsome library w/a fireplace & inviting sunroom. The gorgeous Chef's Kitchen w/adjacent butler's pantry flows seamlessly into the Family Room. Double French doors opens to stone patios & fenced in play yard for fun & entertaining. 2nd floor w/4 en suite bdrms, including a luxurious Primary suite w/a spa-like bath & 3 closets. 3rd fl is dedicated to the ideal guest suite w/2 bedrooms, sitting room & bath. The LL is a true haven for leisure, w/it's spacious playroom, wine cellar, exercise room & billiard room w/ French doors leading to a blue stone patio. A special home, long admired & the one you've been waiting for!
Sold for $5,150,000 on 01/15/25
$5,150,000
165 Cliff Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
6beds
11,041sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.9 Acres Lot
$5,247,400 Zestimate®
$466/sqft
$8,575 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,247,400
$4.83M - $5.67M
$8,575/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2025 at 11:23am
Listed by:
Patricia Bradley 781-910-1238,
Rutledge Properties 781-235-4663
Bought with:
Susan Bevilacqua
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Wellesley
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73297001
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 22 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Family room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 361
- Dimensions: 19 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 361
- Dimensions: 19 x 19
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Sunken, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 416
- Dimensions: 26 x 16
Office
- Features: Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, French Doors, Archway
- Level: Main
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, In Basement
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Archway, Beamed Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet bar, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Sconce, Home Office, Study, Sun Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 11,041
- Total interior livable area: 11,041 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.90 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:094 R:052 S:,260316
- Zoning: SR20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Conservation Area
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2025 | Sold | $5,150,000-4.6%$466/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73297001 | ||
| 10/18/2024 | Price change | $5,400,000-3.6%$489/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73297001 | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $5,600,000+55.6%$507/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73297001 | ||
| 1/28/2020 | Sold | $3,600,000-9.4%$326/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 12/6/2019 | Pending sale | $3,975,000$360/sqft |
Source: Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Wellesley - Central St #72479607 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,879 +5.1% | $4,852,000 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $47,449 +2.1% | $4,558,000 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $46,476 +0.2% | $4,059,000 +2.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sprague Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sprague
- Middle: Wms
- High: Whs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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