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Sold on 12/04/2020

43 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 02481

$6,670,000

Last sold 12/04/2020 for $4.5M

  • 5

    bed

  • 7

    bath

  • 7,000

    Sqft ($643/Sqft)

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About 43 Highgate

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1996
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.79 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 3 garage spaces
Property description
A masterpiece of design sited on .8 acres of rolling lawns in one of the finest neighborhoods in the Boston suburbs. 13 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 3 half baths of perfection designed by renowned architect and one of Boston's most celebrated decorators. Stunning front to back foyer, eat in chef’s kitchen that opens to family room and connects through french doors to bluestone patios and private grounds complete with sport court. Coffered ceilings and fireplaces adorn the sumptuous, living room, dining room, informal den and office on the first floor. The second floor hall with vaulted skylights is flanked by 5 generous en suite bedrooms including a luxurious master with custom his and hers closets, spa bath with soaking tub and radiant heated floors. Lower level with recreation/media room, big gym, full bath, wine cellar and wet bar. Featured in the April 2017 issue of Traditional Home and renovated throughout by the current owner.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Donahue & Maley Team
Listing Office - Compass
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72668836 • last updated 5 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 7 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 72668836
SqFt 7000
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.79
Property Tax 44367
Year Built 1996
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 4
Primary Bathroom Yes
# Half Baths 3
Primary Bedroom Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet - Walk-in, Pocket Door
Bedroom 5 Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in
Bedroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in
Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in
Bedroom 4 Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in
Total # of Bedrooms 5
Total # of Rooms 13
Add'l Room 3 Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office
Family Room Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
Add'l Room 2 Sitting Room, Fireplace, Ceiling - Vaulted, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
Kitchen Ceiling - Coffered, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Walk-in Storage, Gas Stove
Add'l Room 5 Exercise Room
Add'l Room 6 Wine Cellar
Dining Room Fireplace, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood
Add'l Room 4 Game Room, Bathroom - Full, Wet Bar, Wine Chiller
Add'l Room 1 Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Home Office
Basement Full, Finished
# Fireplaces 5
Interior Features Fireplace, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood, Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar, French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Wood
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Frame
Garage/ Parking Attached
Parking Desc Off-Street
# Parking Spaces 5
# Garage Spaces 3
Exterior Features Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Lot Desc Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Prog. Thermostat
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Public School
Location
Area Wellesley Farms
County Norfolk
Middle School WMS
Elementary School Wellesley
High School WHS
APN M:083 R:043 S:, 259753
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public
$6.67M
Range: $5.6M-$7.73M
Last 30 days 
  • Dec 2020
    mls logo MLS # 72668836
  • Dec 4, 2020 Sold
    $4,500,000 (-7.7%)
  • Jul 20, 2020 Price Change
    $4,875,000 (-4.3%)
  • Jun 27, 2020 Price Change
    $5,095,000 (-5.6%)
  • Jun 6, 2020 Listed
    $5,395,000 (+467.9%)
  • Jan 1996
    mls logo MLS # 50314428
  • Jan 27, 1996 Listed
    $950,000 (-24.0%)
  • May 1995
    mls logo MLS # 50283535
  • May 6, 1995 Listed
    $1,250,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $53,363 +5.2%
    $5,191,000 +6.53%
  • 2024
    $50,728 -8.1%
    $4,873,000 +2.1%
  • 2023
    $55,186 +4.1%
    $4,773,000 +5.18%
  • 2022
    $53,004 -0.4%
    $4,538,000 +0.18%
  • 2021
    $53,228 +20.0%
    $4,530,000 +18.03%
  • 2020
    $44,367 -0.1%
    $3,838,000
  • 2019
    $44,406 -1.4%
    $3,838,000 +1.8%
  • 2018
    $45,052 +1.3%
    $3,770,000 -0.05%
  • 2017
    $44,472 -2.7%
    $3,772,000
  • 2016
    $45,723
    —
  • 43 Highgate
    $4.5M
  • Wellesley Farms
    $2.04M 0% y/y
  • 02481
    $3.29M +6% y/y
  • Wellesley
    $2.49M -1% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
31 Old Farm Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 $3,876,000 4/5 3,641 0.04
41 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 02481 $4,645,000 4/4 4,804 0.04
30 Old Farm Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 $4,352,000 5/5 4,146 0.04
20 Old Farm Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 $7,454,000 6/5 8,587 0.05
38 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 02481 $7,834,000 4/3 9,338 0.05
36 Old Farm Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 $4,150,000 5/5 4,359 0.06
39 Highgate, Wellesley, MA 02481 $6,161,000 5/5 9,282 0.06
35 Old Farm Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 $4,376,000 5/4 4,864 0.06

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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