43 Highgate Rd

Wellesley, MA 02481

$4,500,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
7,000 Sq. Ft.
$643 / Sq. Ft.
7,000
Sq. Ft.
$643
per Sq. Ft.

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,...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.

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Property Details for 43 Highgate Road

Town
Wellesley
MLS Area
Wellesley Farms
Area
MA-Wellesley-Wellesley Farms, MA-Wellesley
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
5.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:18 AM

Property Details for 43 Highgate Road

StatusSold
MLS #72668836
Days on Market98
Taxes$44,367 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1996
CountyNorfolk County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Building Information for 43 Highgate Road

Stories-Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size0.79 AC / 34,584 SF

Payment Calculator

$27,275 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$23,577

Property Taxes

$3,697

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 43 Highgate Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 7000.0
  • Color: grey blue
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Wellesley
  • High School: Whs
  • Middle School: Wms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Wine Cooler
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Ceiling - Vaulted, Bathroom - Full, Wet bar, Home Office, Sitting Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Wine Cellar, Wetbar, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Interior Features: Wetbar, Wired for Surround Sound, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 289.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 272.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 17.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 238.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bedroom4 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 238.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bedroom5 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 14.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 272.0
  • Dining Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 17.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 391.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Family Room Length: 17.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 23.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 224.0
  • Kitchen Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Storage,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 289.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 280.0
  • Room Office Features: Fireplace,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 20.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:083 R:043 S:,259753
  • Assessments: $3,838,000
  • Book: 32356
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: SR20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 9999.0
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5%

Property History for 43 Highgate Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72668836

$4,500,000
Sep 12, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72668836

Jun 6, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72668836

$5,395,000
Jun 30, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #419575489

$3,580,000

+8.3% / yr

Jun 30, 2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71614686

$3,580,000
Feb 3, 2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71614686

Dec 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71614686

$3,900,000
Jan 31, 1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88443506

$825,000

-44.3% / yr

Jan 31, 1996

Sold

MLS PIN #50314428

$825,000
Jan 27, 1996

Contingent

MLS PIN #50314428

Jan 27, 1996

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50314428

$950,000
Oct 3, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444338

$1,000,000
Oct 2, 1995

Sold

MLS PIN #50283535

$1,000,000
Jul 21, 1995

Contingent

MLS PIN #50283535

May 6, 1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50283535

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72668836

$4,500,000
09/12/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72668836

06/06/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72668836

$5,395,000
06/30/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #419575489

$3,580,000

+8.3% / yr

06/30/2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71614686

$3,580,000
02/03/2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71614686

12/08/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71614686

$3,900,000
01/31/1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88443506

$825,000

-44.3% / yr

01/31/1996

Sold

MLS PIN #50314428

$825,000
01/27/1996

Contingent

MLS PIN #50314428

01/27/1996

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50314428

$950,000
10/03/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #88444338

$1,000,000
10/02/1995

Sold

MLS PIN #50283535

$1,000,000
07/21/1995

Contingent

MLS PIN #50283535

05/06/1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #50283535

$1,250,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 43 Highgate Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,704,000Additions$3,487,000Total$5,191,000
Tax Record2025$53,363 ($4,447 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt5,810 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,810 SqFtStories2Lot Size34,584 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996Year Renovated2014ZoningSR20CountyNORFOLKAPNWELL M:083 R:043 S:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 43 Highgate Road

This home is within Wellesley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Sprague Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wellesley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wellesley High School
Public9 to 12

St John The Evangelist School
PrivatePK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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