31 Alba Rd · Wellesley

FOR SALE · MLS #73586180

$2,495,000

beds
4
baths
5
sqft
5,735

31 Alba Rd

Wellesley, MA 02481

LOCATION

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Linden Street to Alba Road

Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
5,735 sqft
Year built
1950
Lot size
13,334 sqft (about 0.31 acres)
Parking spaces
6
Price per sqft
$435/sqft

About this home

Ideally situated in one of Wellesley’s most desirable neighborhoods, this spacious Colonial offers a rare combination of privacy, generous living space, and exceptional walkability. Enjoy the convenience of being approximately a 10-minute walk to Whole Foods, 12 minutes to the middle school, 15 minutes to the elementary school, and 16 minutes to Wellesley High School, with Linden Square, Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail, shopping, and dining also nearby. Extensively updated in 2023, this inviting home offers over 5,700 square feet of versatile living space, thoughtfully designed for everyday comfort and entertaining.Sun-filled interiors and a thoughtfully designed floor plan welcome you into a gracious fireplaced living room, elegant dining room, and private office with custom built-ins. At the heart of the home, the renovated kitchen features upgraded appliances, two dishwashers, an expansive island, and a spacious dining area opening to a covered deck and private backyard. A stylish bar and butler’s pantry connect to the inviting family room, creating an effortless flow for gatherings. A full bath, powder room, and mudroom with direct garage access complete the main level.Upstairs, the impressive primary suite offers soaring ceilings, two walk-in closets, a beautifully updated bath, and a private terrace. A second ensuite bedroom includes a versatile bonus room, ideal for an additional home office or sitting area. Two more bedrooms, a full bath with double vanity, and dedicated laundry complete the second floor.The expansive finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility, with a media and recreation area, bar and kitchenette, fitness space, and additional rooms for work, play, or relaxation.Outside, a level backyard surrounded by mature trees creates a peaceful, private retreat, while a generous deck provides an inviting setting for outdoor dining and entertaining.With its desirable neighborhood setting, walkable location, flexible living spaces, and remarkable backyard privacy, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Wellesley’s sought-after in-town lifestyle.

Listed by Team Coyle · Compass
MLS PIN #73586180 · Updated 11/1/2026, 8:35:00 AM ET

Facts & features

Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
4
Half bathrooms
2
Total bathrooms
5
Total rooms
13
Living area
5,735 sqft
Living area source
Measured
Above grade finished area
4,199 sqft
Below grade finished area
1,536 sqft
Building area
5,735
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Measured
Area includes basement
Yes
Area disclosures
Room dimensions are approximate, buyer to verify.
Interior & systems
Heating
Baseboard · Natural Gas · Fireplace
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
5
Cooling
Ductless
Cooling available
Yes
Cooling zones
7
Appliances
Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer · Wine Refrigerator · Range Hood · Stainless Steel Appliance(s) · Wine Cooler
Flooring
Tile · Vinyl / VCT · Hardwood · Laminate
Interior features
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall · Wet bar · Recessed Lighting · Bathroom · Bonus Room · Exercise Room · Play Room · Wet Bar
Laundry
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built · Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile · Remodeled · Second Floor
Basement
Full
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace features
Living Room · Master Bedroom
Primary bathroom features
Yes
Room details

Primary bedroom

Level
Second
Area
378 sqft
Length
21 ft
Width
18 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Balcony / Deck · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Bedroom 2

Level
Second
Area
378 sqft
Length
18 ft
Width
21 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Dressing Room · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Bedroom 3

Level
Second
Area
180 sqft
Length
12 ft
Width
15 ft
Features
Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Bedroom 4

Level
Second
Area
209 sqft
Length
11 ft
Width
19 ft
Features
Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Living room

Level
First
Area
253 sqft
Length
11 ft
Width
23 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Dining room

Level
First
Area
168 sqft
Length
12 ft
Width
14 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Family room

Level
First
Area
374 sqft
Length
22 ft
Width
17 ft
Features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built · Flooring - Hardwood · Exterior Access · Remodeled

Kitchen

Level
First
Area
187 sqft
Length
17 ft
Width
11 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid · Kitchen Island · Wet Bar · Exterior Access · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Second Dishwasher

Bathroom 1

Level
First
Features
Bathroom - Half · Remodeled

Bathroom 2

Level
Second
Features
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink · Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom 3

Level
Basement
Features
Bathroom - Half · Remodeled

Price & tax details

Current asking price$2,495,000
Original asking price$2,595,000
Listed on2026-10-02
Days on market30
Tax record supplied by MLS
YearProperty taxAssessed value
2026$20,533$2,019,000

These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.

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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION

Schools & performance

2026 MA DESE

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MLS-listed elementary

Sprague Elementary School

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MLS-listed middle

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