40 Chestnut Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
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$2,450,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
3369 SQFT
0.30 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Brimming with charm and fine detail, 40 Chestnut Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 is a sun-splashed Shingle-style home with a wraparound porch on a coveted Wellesley Farms street. A welcoming foyer with a turned staircase opens to inviting living and dining rooms, plus a sunlit eat-in kitchen with marble countertops and backsplash and premium appliances. 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths include a primary suite with a sitting room or office, along with two additional bedrooms on the third floor. Enjoy a finished lower level, landscaped grounds, and a patio. Major improvements include a new two-car garage, EV-ready 200-amp underground electrical service, and a high-efficiency Carrier Infinity gas and heat pump HVAC system, plus MassSave insulation, restored windows, Ethernet wiring, refreshed hall bath, and fresh interior paint. Close to Wellesley Square, the commuter rail, Route 9, I-95/128 and the Mass Pike. Classic character, thoughtful upgrades, and a standout Wellesley address.

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X14
  • Breakfast Bar / Nook, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant, Pot Filler Faucet, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood, Washer
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 10X5
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Overhead, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 7X5
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 9X7
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X15
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 17X13
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Window(s) - Stained Glass
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12X12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X17
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door, Recessed Lighting, Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Stained Glass
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split System, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Electric Info: 110 Volts, 200 Amps, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Electric Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 8

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 3369
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1901
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Craftsman, Shingle
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Gentle Slope
  • Exterior Features: Decorative Lighting, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint.

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73474474
  • Last Updated: 02/04/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
02/04/2026New$2,450,000$727MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Paul Neavyn, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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