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Listing broker remarks

Set on one of Wellesley Farms’ most coveted and sought-after streets, this exceptional Colonial offers four levels of elegant living in one of Wellesley’s premier neighborhoods. Beautifully built and thoughtfully designed, the home features generously scaled rooms ideal for both comfortable everyday living and sophisticated entertaining. Sun-filled interiors showcase refined millwork, custom built-ins, rich architectural detail, and timeless craftsmanship throughout. The chef’s kitchen opens seamlessly to a welcoming family room with a fieldstone fireplace and French doors leading to a terrace overlooking private, professionally landscaped grounds. The second floor features a luxurious primary suite plus four additional bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The third level offers an en suite bedroom, ideal for guests, au pair, or home office use. The finished lower level includes a spacious recreation room and exercise room with sauna and full bath. An exceptional Wellesley residence.— Engel & Volkers Wellesley

Key details

  • 6,975 sq ft
  • 18,223 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 6.5 baths
  • 2006 built
  • $630 / sq ft
  • $33,866 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠2⁠8⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
8 Valley Road
Town
Wellesley, MA
ZIP
02481
Deed (Bk/Pg)
35493 / 208

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Neighborhood: Wellesley

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.