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$2,797,923$650 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,743,500 on Dec 26, 2017

38 ELM ST

WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,304 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.8M
$2.6M low$3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,743,500 · Dec 26, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,243 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,261,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,167,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,094,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,662,375

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNORFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Otho L. Schofield Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Wellesley High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Wellesley Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Wellesley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02481These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,028
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,822 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$238,777
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$335,604
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

38 Elm St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Wellesley Hills 02481

What homes are worth in Wellesley Hills 02481

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$1M$6.2M

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Wellesley Hills 02481.

How it measures up in Wellesley Hills 02481

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wellesley Hills 02481.

Estimated value$2,797,923
CheaperTypical $2,209,774Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$650
CheaperTypical $788Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area4,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,963 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 38 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellesley FarmsWellesley Hills 02481Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,797,92363% of homes70% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$65024% of homes24% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than4,304 ft²73% of homes81% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac53% of homes59% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than198778% of homes79% of homes79% of homes

About 38 Elm St

How much is 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA is $2,797,923 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,620,980 to $2,974,866. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA last sell?

38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA last sold on Dec 26, 2017 for $1,743,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA?

38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,304 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA built?

38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA?

38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA is assigned to Otho L. Schofield Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Wellesley High School (high), rated A+; Wellesley Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Wellesley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA compare to other homes in Wellesley Hills 02481?

Among the 4,594 homes in Wellesley Hills 02481, it is worth more than 70% of them ($2,797,923 against a typical $2,209,774), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($650 against a typical $788), it is bigger than 81% of them (4,304 ft² against a typical 2,963 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1987 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Elm St, Wellesley Hills, MA was $23,243. The county assessed it at $2,261,000.

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