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$2,495,000

31 Alba Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481
Listed by Team Coyle
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5
Living area
5,735 sqft
Year built
1950

About this home

Ideally situated in one of Wellesley’s most desirable neighborhoods, this spacious Colonial offers a rare combination of privacy, generous living space, and exceptional walkability. Enjoy the convenience of being approximately a 10-minute walk to Whole Foods, 12 minutes to the middle school, 15 minutes to the elementary school, and 16 minutes to Wellesley High School, with Linden Square, Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail, shopping, and dining also nearby. Extensively updated in 2023, this inviting home offers over 5,700 square feet of versatile living space, thoughtfully designed for everyday comfort and entertaining.Sun-filled interiors and a thoughtfully designed floor plan welcome you into a gracious fireplaced living room, elegant dining room, and private office with custom built-ins. At the heart of the home, the renovated kitchen features upgraded appliances, two dishwashers, an expansive island, and a spacious dining area opening to a covered deck and private backyard. A stylish bar and butler’s pantry connect to the inviting family room, creating an effortless flow for gatherings. A full bath, powder room, and mudroom with direct garage access complete the main level.Upstairs, the impressive primary suite offers soaring ceilings, two walk-in closets, a beautifully updated bath, and a private terrace. A second ensuite bedroom includes a versatile bonus room, ideal for an additional home office or sitting area. Two more bedrooms, a full bath with double vanity, and dedicated laundry complete the second floor.The expansive finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility, with a media and recreation area, bar and kitchenette, fitness space, and additional rooms for work, play, or relaxation.Outside, a level backyard surrounded by mature trees creates a peaceful, private retreat, while a generous deck provides an inviting setting for outdoor dining and entertaining.With its desirable neighborhood setting, walkable location, flexible living spaces, and remarkable backyard privacy, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Wellesley’s sought-after in-town lifestyle.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73586180
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
33
On market date
October 2, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
6
Lot size
0.31 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Sprague Elementary School
0.58 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
303
Student:teacher ratio
11.2:1
District
Wellesley
Middle
Wellesley Middle
0.21 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,008
Student:teacher ratio
9.4:1
District
Wellesley
High
Wellesley Sr High
0.49 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,406
Student:teacher ratio
11.9:1
District
Wellesley

Walkability

Blended score for Wellesley's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

79
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
15.8 / 20 -- Most walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Wellesley, from live MLS data.

On the market 33 days -- 93 fewer days than Wellesley's current average of 126 days.
For reference, the median list price across 175 active listings in Wellesley right now is $1,650,000.

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Adjust tax / insurance estimates
Est. monthly payment
$15,175/mo
$499,000 down
$1,996,000 loan
Principal & interest$12,946
Property tax (est.)$2,079
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network. Last updated 3 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.