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$4,980,000

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5,296

sq ft

97 Arnold Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

About this home

From the moment you arrive, you’ll fall in love with this much-admired white brick Colonial, beautifully sited on a charming corner in Wellesley’s coveted Cliff Estates. Set back from the road and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and space for today’s lifestyle. Inside, gracious rooms unfold with everything exactly where you want it—and more than you expect. The inviting fireplaced living room opens to a light-filled sunroom, ideal as a home office or quiet retreat, with French doors leading to the stone patio. The state-of-the-art kitchen features generous stone countertops, new ovens and Sub-Zero refrigeration, a charming dining area with banquette seating, and an exceptional walk-in pantry. A gracious dining room with a window seat and custom built-ins is perfect for entertaining.The oversized family room, with its dramatic barrel ceiling, abundant windows, and doors opening to the yard, is sure to become the heart of the home. An additional study provides yet another flexible space for working from home or relaxing. A glamorous turned staircase leads to the second floor and a stunning primary suite featuring two walk-in closets and a luxurious marble spa bath. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths, including one en-suite, complete this level. The finished lower level offers even more versatile living space with a playroom, exercise area, additional bedroom, and full bath. Oversized three-car garage with added storage space is such a plus! Outside, enjoy professionally landscaped grounds with mature trees and beautiful plantings. Exceptionally maintained and beautifully decorated throughout, this elegant Cliff Estates home offers a rare combination of timeless style, generous living space, and effortless everyday comfort.

Single-familyProperty Type

1936Year Built

0.52 acresLot Size

$940Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bobby Morgenstern • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing updated: Sep 9, 2026 at 07:28pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73574731

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$29,973 per month

Principal and interest$26,172

Property taxes

$3,054

HOA dues

Home insurance

$747

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Sprague Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Wellesley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

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10/10

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About Cliff

Estates

Cliff Estates, located between Wellesley Square and the Charles River, is a residential and wooded Wellesley neighborhood with curving lanes and stone-walled lots. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Washington Street at Central Street, where café patios, independent shops, and the commuter rhythm set the tone. Architectural cues lean Colonial Revival and mid-century updates, with deep setbacks and mature canopy. The Brook Path and Fuller Brook Park trace quiet green corridors for walking loops. Wellesley College’s lakeside grounds and cultural calendar add a refined backdrop. Days often orbit around the village center’s small-scale storefronts and the town’s trail network.

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Market insights

97 Arnold Rd · $4,980,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 22 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $852,952. (83% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Recessed lighting throughout
Sun room
Office
Play room
Exercise room
Central vacuum
Custom built cabinets and closets
French doors

Bedrooms
Primary suite on the second floor with walk-in closet and double vanity
Four additional bedrooms: three on the second floor and one in the finished basement

Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Basement full bath with tiled shower stall
Second-floor full bath with tile flooring
First-floor half bath with tile flooring
Primary bathroom with double vanity

Kitchen
Kitchen island and breakfast bar/nook
Upgraded cabinets
Stone/granite countertops
Bay/bow/box window
Gas stove
Second dishwasher
Oven
Range
Range hood
Dishwasher
Disposal
Plumbed for ice maker
Refrigerator
Freezer

Laundry & utility
Laundry on first floor with washer and dryer hookups
Electric dryer hookup

Flooring
Hardwood flooring in primary living areas and bedrooms
Tile and stone/ceramic tile in baths and laundry
Wall-to-wall carpet in some rooms

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Fireplaces supplement heat (multiple fireplaces)
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 97 Arnold Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73574731

Sep 9, 2026

Listed

$4,980,000

$940/sq ft

MLS PIN #72779869

Apr 6, 2021

Sold

$3,300,000

$623/sq ft

Feb 9, 2021

Contingent

—

Jan 28, 2021

Listed

$3,250,000

$614/sq ft

Exquisitely sited in desirable Cliff Estates this much admired white brick colonial has been beautifully renovated and reimagined for modern day living. Stylish living room opens to light and bright sunroom with French doors to patio. Gourmet state-of-the-art kitchen features granite countertops and adjoins to an elegantly appointed dining room with window seat and inviting family room with gorgeous barrel ceiling and picture windows. First floor study/sitting room allows for perfect work from home space. A sweeping staircase leads to second floor featuring a stunning master suite with double walk in closets & vibrant marble spa bathroom. Chic lower level includes playroom, media area, bonus room and full bathroom. Enjoy entertaining on the terraced stone patio overlooking professionally lush landscaped grounds with mature trees and beautiful plantings. Meticulously maintained with tasteful decor throughout makes this an extraordinary opportunity!

MLS PIN #71979613

Jun 6, 2016

Sold

$2,695,000

$509/sq ft

May 2, 2016

Pending

—

Mar 30, 2016

Listed

$2,695,000

$509/sq ft

+16

Classic Cliff Estates White Brick French Provincial w/ Kitchen/Family Rm addition! They don't build homes like this anymore!! Sophisticated formal entrance w/curved staircase. Large formal living & dining room w/ window seats. The back of the home is a barrel ceiling family room w/ stone fireplace & built-ins. White cook's kitchen w/ large center island, stainless appliances, pantry, desk area, breakfast nook w/ banquette. First floor w/ fireplaced study plus another room for 2nd office,den or music room. First floor laundry & mudroom. Large master suite w/ his/her walk-in closets. 3 additional family beds & 2 full baths. Built-in bookshelves in 2nd floor hall add to the detail & finishes! Finished lower level w/ playroom & exercise area plus large game room for pool or ping pong as well as 2nd mudroom off 3 car heated garage. Extensive work has been done to maintain the grounds filled w/ mature plantings. Oversized deck, bluestone patios & stone sitting walls great for entertaining.

MLS PIN #30657489

Feb 14, 2003

Sold

$2,500,000

$472/sq ft

Nov 1, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Oct 13, 2002

Listed

$2,595,000

$490/sq ft

MLS PIN #50357035

Mar 11, 1997

Sold

$837,000

$158/sq ft

Dec 8, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Dec 4, 1996

Listed

$869,000

$164/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$31,865 (+0.3%)

$1,064,000 + $1,719,000

$2,783,000

2022

$31,758 (+3.8%)

$953,000 + $1,766,000

$2,719,000

2021

$30,609 (+1.6%)

$913,000 + $1,692,000

$2,605,000

2020

$30,114

$913,000 + $1,692,000

$2,605,000

2019

$30,140 (+4.9%)

$913,000 + $1,692,000

$2,605,000

2018

$28,740 (+1.4%)

$889,000 + $1,516,000

$2,405,000

2017

$28,355 (+0.5%)

$889,000 + $1,516,000

$2,405,000

2016

$28,215 (+2.4%)

$874,000 + $1,511,000

$2,385,000

2015

$27,559 (+5.3%)

$874,000 + $1,510,000

$2,384,000

2014

$26,173 (−10.1%)

$775,000 + $1,493,000

$2,268,000

2013

$29,110 (+1.9%)

$727,000 + $1,761,000

$2,488,000

2012

$28,562 (−0.2%)

$727,000 + $1,761,000

$2,488,000

2011

$28,621 (+11.7%)

$678,000 + $1,826,000

$2,504,000

2010

$25,624 (+3.7%)

$727,000 + $1,718,000

$2,445,000

2009

$24,698

$991,000 + $1,617,000

$2,608,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.52 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Finished Sq. Ft.

4,425

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

4,425

Year built

1936

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

261066

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

56% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Wellesley, MA • 02481

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.4 hrs

5.8 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 97 Arnold Rd

$5,005,614

$26K over list price of $4.98M

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smaller lot
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