42 River Ridge, Wellesley MA 02481
Wellesley, MA 02481 • Wellesley Farms
$4,200
$4,100/mo
About this home
Charming and updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial available for rent in a highly convenient Wellesley location. Situated near the junction of Route 90 and 95/128, this home offers easy commuting access and is just minutes from Newton-Wellesley Hospital and the Riverside Green Line “D” Branch with direct service to Longwood Medical Area and downtown Boston. Recent updates include gas heating, newer roof, electrical panel, and water heater. Enjoy a spacious layout, 2 off-street parking spaces, and a private backyard overlooking the Charles River Reservation wooded area.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
2.4%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Dec 12, 2025
$4,100
$100
(-2.38%)
From $4,200 to $4,100 (-2.4%)
Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2025
$4,100
Original listing
Agent: Qian Zhang
Office: Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2025
$4,200
Original listing
Agent: Qian Zhang
Office: Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,100 | $100 | - | From $4,200 to $4,100 (-2.4%) |
| 09/18/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,100 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/18/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,200 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1893
Living Area
1,454 sq ft
Lot Size
1,454 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water
Security Deposit
$4,100
Required
Last MonthDepositInsurance
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Norfolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
82 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1893
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,454 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,454 sq ft above grade
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:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1893
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
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
St. John the Evangelist School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Star Academy Boston (Wellesley Campus)
2.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Tenacre Country Day School
3.0 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Schofield School
0.2 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
0.6 mi
87 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Joseph E Fiske School
0.7 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
A
Sprague Elementary School
2.7 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
2.8 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
2.9 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+
John D Hardy School
3.2 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
Middle Schools
1 school
A+
Wellesley Middle School
2.4 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Wellesley Sr High School
2.1 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
North American Hockey Academy
3.7 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Wellesley Farms
42 River Ridge, Wellesley MA 02481
Wellesley, MA 02481
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Qian Zhang
Listing Office
Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
Office Phone
617-206-5700
Agent MLS ID
CN245873
Office MLS ID
AN2056
Listing Data Updated
Jan 6, 2026 5:53 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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