Newly renovated single-family home available before school starts! Just a short walk to Wellesley Middle School, Linden Square, Whole Foods, and Wellesley High School, this home offers both comfort and convenience. The first floor features a spacious open layout with a sun-filled living room and fireplace, a renovated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a dining room with a large picture window, and a cozy sunroom with three sliding glass doors. Additional highlights include gleaming hardwood floors throughout, two updated full bathrooms, an attached one-car garage, and a flat backyard. This well-maintained home is ideal for tenants seeking a cozy residence in a prime location. Pets considered with restrictions. Monthly rent will be adjusted for approved pet(s).
- MLS# 73524005
- Date Listed05/26/2026
- Days on Realty 51 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0 acres (0 sq. ft)
- County Norfolk
- Year Built 1955
- Square Feet 1,416 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $3.95
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Heating Natural Gas, Baseboard
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.00
- Lot Size SQFT 0.43
- Lot Features Landscaped
Directions
Corner of Kingsbury and Alba Rd.
Schools near 02481
Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 02481 in Wellesley, MA.
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Preschool At Wellesley Schools
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.07 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.07 mi
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Preschool At Wellesley Schools
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.07 mi
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Public • PK - 5
4.06 mi
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Public • PK - 3
5.33 mi
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Public • PK - 3
5.37 mi
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William F. Stanley Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
7.03 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
7.38 mi
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Public • PK - PK
8.04 mi
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Public • PK - 5
8.16 mi
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Public • PK - KG
8.83 mi
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Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
3.61 mi
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Public • 5 - 8
5.15 mi
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Public • 7 - 8
5.27 mi
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Public • 6 - 6
5.29 mi
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Public • 4 - 5
5.37 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
5.61 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
8.04 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.07 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
3.61 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
4.83 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
5.76 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
6.72 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
7.41 mi
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Private • 05 - 12
1.68 mi
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Private • 08 - 12
2.24 mi
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Private • 06 - 12
2.51 mi
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Private • UG - UG
2.86 mi
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Brandon School & Residental Treatment
Private • 02 - 12
3.85 mi
Distance
Walnut Hill School For The Arts
Private • 09 - 12
4.67 mi
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Private • 08 - 11
5.32 mi
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Private • UG - UG
6.27 mi
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Private • 03 - 12
6.39 mi
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Private • 07 - 12
7.05 mi
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Valley Road | 7 | 9 | Jul 08, 2026 | $9,250,000 |
| 84 Royalston Rd | 6 | 6 | Jun 09, 2026 | $3,874,000 |
| 99 Old Colony Road | 6 | 7 | May 16, 2026 | $5,294,500 |
| 48 Patton Road | 5 | 4 | Jun 03, 2026 | $2,295,000 |
| 138 Lowell Road | 5 | 6 | May 16, 2026 | $3,795,000 |
| 22 Cranmore Rd | 5 | 5 | Jun 24, 2026 | $3,495,000 |
| 53 Chesterton Road | 5 | 6 | Jun 03, 2026 | $3,295,000 |
| 44 Bradford Rd | 5 | 6 | Jun 02, 2026 | $3,150,000 |
| 141 Hampshire Road | 5 | 5 | Jun 27, 2026 | $2,550,000 |
| 170 Benvenue St | 5 | 3 | Jun 03, 2026 | $2,195,000 |
Local Neighborhood Highlights for 02481
Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Wellesley, MA area.
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | N/A | 14,421 | 725,326 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | N/A | 2,879 | 1,831 | 95 |
| People per Household | N/A | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | N/A | 33.9 | 43 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | N/A | $182,173 | $108,049 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | N/A | $96,489 | $57,162 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 146 | 139 | 117 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | N/A°F | 17.29°F | 18.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | N/A°F | 83.13°F | 81.2°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | N/A" | 45.45" | 51.22" | 38" |
23/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
0/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
24/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 23/100, Transit Score: 6/100, Bike Score: 28/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 85 Alba Rd
Source: Realty.com
85 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481 in Wellesley, MA 02481 is a single family listed at $5,600. Highlights include 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,416 sq. ft., built in 1955, 0.00 acre lot, $4 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 24 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.
Realty.com has 24 photos of 85 Alba Rd.
Our records indicate that 85 Alba Rd was built in 1955.
The full address for this home is 85 Alba Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481.
85 Alba Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Tue May 26, 2026
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 23/100, Transit Score: 6/100, Bike Score: 28/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 85 Alba Rd. Preschool At Wellesley Schools (Grades: PK - PK), Wellesley Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Wellesley Senior High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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