A rare Charles River sanctuary with a front-row seat to nature’s quiet beauty. Set among lush perennial gardens, this unique home offers abundant privacy and a peaceful natural backdrop. Built in 1862, the residence has been thoughtfully expanded over the years while preserving its original character and charm.River views can be enjoyed from nearly every room and are especially striking from the expansive glass-enclosed sunroom, where the landscape changes beautifully with the seasons. Recent upgrades include full interior and exterior painting, a new roof, HVAC, windows, doors, and more.The open, flexible layout is ideal for creative living, entertaining, and working from home. Ideally located with easy access to Wellesley Center and just minutes from South Natick, Elm Bank Reservation, and the historic Bacon Free Library. A truly special home in an extraordinary natural setting.
For sale
Price cut: $80K (6/2)
$1,595,000
30 S River St, Wellesley, MA 02482
3beds
3,012sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1862
0.41 Acres Lot
$1,545,700 Zestimate®
$530/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original character and charmOpen flexible layoutPeaceful natural backdropExpansive glass-enclosed sunroom
- 80 days |
- 1,213 |
- 53 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amy Jacobson 508-415-0816,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 617-964-1850
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73499017
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: Second
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 11 x 24
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, French Doors
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Gas Dryer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet bar, Bathroom - Half, Beamed Ceilings, Sun Room, Sitting Room, Study, Office, Loft
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,012
- Total interior livable area: 3,012 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,012
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Balcony, Storage, Sprinkler System, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Flood Plain
Details
- Parcel number: M:178 R:004 S:,264188
- Zoning: SR15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1862
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $530/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,367,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,053
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
Estimated market value
$1,545,700
$1.47M - $1.62M
$7,223/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $1,595,000-4.8%$530/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,675,000-6.9%$556/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+38.5%$598/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Sold | $1,300,000-9.7%$432/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73110218 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2023 | Contingent | $1,439,000$478/sqft |
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| 6/8/2023 | Price change | $1,439,000-3.7%$478/sqft |
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| 5/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+101.5%$496/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73110218 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2012 | Sold | $742,000$246/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2011 | Sold | $742,000-12.7%$246/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2011 | Price change | $850,000-12.8%$282/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - #71100096 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2011 | Price change | $975,000-16.7%$324/sqft |
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| 6/26/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,170,000$388/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,053 +7.6% | $1,367,000 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $13,065 -3.1% | $1,255,000 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $13,477 +7.5% | $1,177,000 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $12,533 +2.8% | $1,073,000 +3.4% |
| 2021 | $12,197 +1.7% | $1,038,000 |
| 2020 | $11,999 +0.7% | $1,038,000 +0.8% |
| 2019 | $11,917 +7.1% | $1,030,000 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $11,125 +1.4% | $931,000 |
| 2017 | $10,976 +2% | $931,000 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $10,765 +5.8% | $910,000 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $10,173 -1% | $880,000 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $10,271 +3.2% | $890,000 +2.7% |
| 2012 | $9,953 -3% | $867,000 -3.5% |
| 2011 | $10,264 +5.2% | $898,000 -3.5% |
| 2010 | $9,757 +10.7% | $931,000 |
| 2009 | $8,817 +5.3% | $931,000 +2.1% |
| 2008 | $8,372 +3.5% | $912,000 |
| 2007 | $8,089 +8.1% | $912,000 +1.4% |
| 2006 | $7,480 +7.3% | $899,000 +8.3% |
| 2005 | $6,972 +0.7% | $830,000 +2.6% |
| 2004 | $6,925 +40.7% | $809,000 +33.5% |
| 2003 | $4,921 +3.8% | $606,000 +3.6% |
| 2002 | $4,739 +51.2% | $585,000 +84% |
| 1999 | $3,135 | $318,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02482
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hunnewell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hunnewell
- Middle: Wms
- High: Whs
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Wellesley
- 02482
- 30 S River St
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