This stately 6 bed colonial sits in the heart of Cliff Estates with a large flat lot. Spacious foyer opens to both a private office and living room. Butler pantry with wet bar leads to dining room with custom moldings. The entire back of home is a great open space for everyday living with south/west sun exposure. Family room with fireplace has picture windows and access to a porch perfect for grilling. Gorgeous kitchen with huge island for seating and a large walk-in pantry. Mudroom w/ 2nd half bath plus more storage than you will need! Great closets as well as huge cubby area all off of the 3 car garage. Main suite with spa-like bath and envious walk-in closet. 4 additional bedrooms all similar in size each with it's own bathroom. Sitting area off bedrooms for study or tv spot as well access to large deck. Lower level with guest suite as well as walk out light filled playroom and exercise room. Don't miss this special new construction w/ a beautiful backyard.
Sold for $5,500,000
$5,500,000
78 Suffolk Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
6beds
7,777sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2026
0.46 Acres Lot
$5,498,800 Zestimate®
$707/sqft
$6,774 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,498,800
$5.17M - $5.83M
$6,774/mo
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Porch perfect for grillingExercise roomAccess to large deckLarge flat lotPrivate officeEnvious walk-in closetGreat closets
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Dailey 617-699-3922,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley 781-237-9090
Bought with:
Melissa Dailey
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73476781
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wet Bar
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Family room
- Features: Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 551
- Dimensions: 29 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 441
- Dimensions: 21 x 21
Living room
- Features: Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Sink, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet - Linen, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Bedroom
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,777
- Total interior livable area: 7,777 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,877
- Finished area below ground: 1,900
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 262493
- Zoning: SR20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
- Subdivision: Cliff Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wellesley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $707/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,813,000
- Annual tax amount: $18,638
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Sold | $5,500,000-5%$707/sqft |
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| 8/3/2026 | Pending sale | $5,790,000$745/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,790,000$745/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listing removed | $5,790,000$745/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,790,000$745/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,638 +6.1% | $1,813,000 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $17,562 +2.9% | $1,687,000 +13.2% |
| 2023 | $17,061 +15.7% | $1,490,000 +18% |
| 2022 | $14,752 -0.6% | $1,263,000 |
| 2021 | $14,840 +1.6% | $1,263,000 |
| 2020 | $14,600 -0.1% | $1,263,000 |
| 2019 | $14,613 -4.2% | $1,263,000 -1.1% |
| 2018 | $15,260 +1.3% | $1,277,000 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $15,068 +2% | $1,278,000 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $14,776 +2.2% | $1,249,000 -0.2% |
| 2015 | $14,462 +14.3% | $1,251,000 +14.1% |
| 2014 | $12,648 +14.3% | $1,096,000 +13.7% |
| 2012 | $11,067 +5.6% | $964,000 +5.1% |
| 2011 | $10,481 +2.4% | $917,000 -6.1% |
| 2010 | $10,239 +7.3% | $977,000 -3.1% |
| 2009 | $9,546 +0.8% | $1,008,000 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $9,474 +3.5% | $1,032,000 |
| 2007 | $9,154 +6.6% | $1,032,000 |
| 2006 | $8,586 +2.8% | $1,032,000 +3.8% |
| 2005 | $8,350 +0.2% | $994,000 +2.1% |
| 2004 | $8,337 +5.4% | $974,000 |
| 2003 | $7,909 +11.6% | $974,000 +11.3% |
| 2002 | $7,088 +13.9% | $875,000 +38.7% |
| 1999 | $6,222 | $631,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02481
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Katharine Lee Bates Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wellesley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Wellesley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bates
- Middle: Wms
- High: Whs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Wellesley
- 02481
- 78 Suffolk Rd
