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$2,551,097$947 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,672,000 on Mar 17, 2017

81 RUSSELL RD

WELLESLEY, MA 02482
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,695 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.6M
$2.4M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,672,000 · Mar 17, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,705,097
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,364,078
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.33%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$846,000
EAST WEST BANK · 4.38% · recorded Mar 17, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,597 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,809,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$831,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$978,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,427,155

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.181 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNORFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John D. Hardy Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Wellesley Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Wellesley High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Wellesley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02482These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,654
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$209,564
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$298,285
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

81 Russell Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Wellesley 02482
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Norfolk County

What homes are worth in Wellesley 02482

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$716K$5M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Wellesley 02482.

How it measures up in Wellesley 02482

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wellesley 02482.

Estimated value$2,551,097
CheaperTypical $1,918,935Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$947
CheaperTypical $834Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area2,695 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,326 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 81 Russell Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellesley 02482Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,551,09776% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$94772% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than2,695 ft²61% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac17% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than201692% of homes96% of homes

About 81 Russell Rd

How much is 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA is $2,551,097 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,438,043 to $2,664,151. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA last sell?

81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA last sold on Mar 17, 2017 for $1,672,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA?

81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,695 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA built?

81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA?

81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA is assigned to John D. Hardy Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Wellesley Middle School (middle), rated A; Wellesley High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wellesley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA compare to other homes in Wellesley 02482?

Among the 3,546 homes in Wellesley 02482, it is worth more than 76% of them ($2,551,097 against a typical $1,918,935), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($947 against a typical $834), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,695 ft² against a typical 2,326 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2016 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Russell Rd, Wellesley, MA was $18,597. The county assessed it at $1,809,000.

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