71 Fairbanks Ave · Wellesley

FOR SALE · MLS #73590211

$4,750,000

beds
6
baths
6.5
sqft
6,133

71 Fairbanks Ave

Wellesley, MA 02481

LOCATION

Property location

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Walnut St to Fairbanks Ave

Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
6,133 sqft
Year built
2025
Lot size
14,000 sqft (about 0.32 acres)
Parking spaces
8
Price per sqft
$774/sqft

About this home

Set in Wellesley’s sought-after Poet’s Corner, this exceptional new-construction residence pairs timeless architectural character with a fresh, thoughtfully designed interior. Spanning over 6,100 square feet, the home offers an effortless layout with generous proportions and an abundance of natural light. The main level features an inviting kitchen with breakfast bar and substantial prep space plus a walk-in pantry. The adjoining family room, along with elegant formal spaces, a dedicated office or first-floor bedroom, and a well-appointed mudroom complete the first level. Upstairs, the private bedroom level includes a spacious primary suite with dual walk-in closets and a luxurious bath, plus 3 additional generously sized en-suite bedrooms and a convenient laundry room. The finished lower level adds exceptional flexibility with a large recreation space, wet bar, gym, and additional bedroom and bath. Outside, a level yard and patio create a wonderful setting for everyday living and entertaining. A two-car garage and ample driveway parking complete this beautifully appointed home, ideally located near parks, schools, shops, dining, and the commuter rail.

Listed by The Mazer Group · Compass
MLS PIN #73590211 · Updated 10/28/2026, 2:23:00 PM ET

Facts & features

Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
6
Full bathrooms
6
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
6.5
Total rooms
12
Living area
6,133 sqft
Living area source
Other
Above grade finished area
4,509 sqft
Below grade finished area
1,624 sqft
Building area
6,133
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Other
Area includes basement
Yes
Area disclosures
Sq footage is estimated & not guaranteed. Buyers advised to conduct their own duediligence to verify
Interior & systems
Heating
Heat Pump
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling available
Yes
Cooling zones
4
Appliances
Electric Water Heater · Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator · Freezer · Wine Refrigerator · Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Interior features
Wet Bar
Basement
Full · Finished · Interior Entry
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
1
Security features
Security System
Windows
Insulated Windows
Primary bathroom features
Yes

Price & tax details

Current asking price$4,750,000
Original asking price$4,750,000
Listed on2026-10-13
Days on market15
Tax record supplied by MLS
YearProperty taxAssessed value
2027$38,829$1,457,000

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

School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.

Schools named in the listing

90DESE percentile

MLS-listed elementary

Schofield

Grades K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5

Progress toward targets 77%

96DESE percentile

MLS-listed middle

Wellesley Middle

Grades 6 · 7 · 8

Progress toward targets 85%

—DESE percentile

MLS-listed high school

Wellesley High School

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