Dimensions14 x 14
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelSecond
196 Pond Road, Wellesley MA 02482
Wellesley, MA 02482 • Hunnewell Estates
$5,695,000
Est. $33,312/month
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About this home
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own in Wellesley's most coveted premier historic location, Pond Road. Featuring the finest custom craftsmanship throughout, professionally engineered mechanical systems, smart house and professionally designed ultra high end finishes. Over 9400 sq ft of living space on 3 floors. The floor plan everybody wants with a 1200 sq ft great room and over 10 foot ceilings. Oversized mudroom and pantry. First floor includes white oak herring bone hardwoods. 2nd floor ceilings 14-20 feet! An incredible main suite. All bedrooms en-suite with walk-in closets. Plus a 2nd floor lounge room or incredible guest suite. Lower level is unprecedented with 17 ft ceiling in 1/2 court basketball/ rec room (size of space also work for squash) with viewing room including wet bar. Theatre/media room with additional wet bar plus a gym with full bath including steam shower. Large flat yard. Close to Wellesley trails and town center.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2026
$5,695,000
Original listing
Agent: Melissa Dailey
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $5,695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51,786 | $5,092,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$51,786
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$5,092,000
Facts & Features
3 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2021
Living Area
9,400 sq ft
Lot Size
1.01 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
15
Interior
Heating
Radiant, Propane, Hydro Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry
Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Bathroom - Full, Steam / Sauna, Exercise Room, Media Room, Wine Cellar, Bathroom, Mud Room, Sauna/steam/hot Tub, Wet Bar
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Other
Parking
Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
11
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$51,786
Assessed Value
$5,092,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
including lower level w/ 17 ft ceilings
Documents
None
County
Norfolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
5 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2021
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
9,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
9,400 sq ft above grade
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
Dimensions22 x 34
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 24
FeaturesVaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 23
FeaturesTray Ceiling(s)
LevelFirst
Dimensions24 x 26
FeaturesDining Area, Pantry, Kitchen Island
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 21
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built
LevelFirst
Dimensions25 x 26
FeaturesCoffered Ceiling(s)
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet bar, Bathroom - Full, Steam / Sauna, Exercise Room, Media Room, Wine Cellar, Bathroom, Mud Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
2021
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Other
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Radiant, Propane, Hydro Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
3
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
11
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Nearby Schools
School District
Wellesley School District local
A+
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
81%
attend college
78%
4-Year
3%
2-Year
56%
Out of State
2%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
0.3%
Low
0.3%
Suspensions
0.5%
In-School
5.2% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Star Academy Boston (Wellesley Campus)
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Tenacre Country Day School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-06
St. John the Evangelist School
3.7 mi
Grades PK-06
A+
John D Hardy School
1.1 mi
|
#51 of 824
|
Score: 62.2
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
280 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Sprague Elementary School
1.5 mi
|
#165 of 824
|
Score: 56.3
Dropped 129 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
289 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A
Hunnewell School
1.6 mi
|
#162 of 824
|
Score: 56.6
Dropped 73 spots from last year
-1.6 below state avg
294 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Katharine Lee Bates School
1.6 mi
|
#119 of 824
|
Score: 58.1
Dropped 114 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
286 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Schofield School
4.0 mi
|
#141 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-0.9 below state avg
291 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Preschool at Wellesley Schools
4.0 mi
87 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Joseph E Fiske School
4.0 mi
|
#32 of 824
|
Score: 63.6
Improved 28 spots from last year
+5.4 above state avg
278 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A+
Wellesley Middle School
1.8 mi
|
#7 of 352
|
Score: 64.5
Same rank as last year
+6.3 above state avg
919 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Dana Hall School
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
North American Hockey Academy
0.9 mi
Grades 09-12
A+
Wellesley Sr High School
2.2 mi
|
#28 of 346
|
Score: 71.3
Improved 63 spots from last year
+13.1 above state avg
1,262 students
Diverse
20 sports
• 2,762 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Hunnewell Estates
196 Pond Road, Wellesley MA 02482
Wellesley, MA 02482
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Melissa Dailey
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Office Phone
781-237-9090
Agent MLS ID
BB802119
Office MLS ID
AN6230
Listing Data Updated
Apr 14, 2026 1:36 PM EDT
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