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$1,119,721$546 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $550,000 on Sep 29, 2005

38 RIVER RDG

WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,052 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1886
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Sep 29, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,342 (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.$1,006,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$776,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$230,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,016,310

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.0.15
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 · 0.2 mi
H
Wellesley High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Wellesley Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 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 River Rdg 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 less than 96% of homes in Wellesley Hills 02481
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Wellesley Hills 02481
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Wellesley Hills 02481
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Wellesley Hills
  • Older than 97% 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$6.3M

This home is worth more than 4% 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$1,119,721
CheaperTypical $2,239,039Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$546
CheaperTypical $808Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,959 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1886
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 38 River Rdg ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellesley HillsWellesley Hills 02481Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,119,7219% of homes4% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54613% of homes6% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,052 ft²30% of homes22% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac2% of homes2% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than18866% of homes3% of homes4% of homes

About 38 River Rdg

How much is 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA is $1,119,721 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,042,326 to $1,197,116. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA last sell?

38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA last sold on Sep 29, 2005 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA?

38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,052 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA built?

38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA was built in 1886, making it 140 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA?

38 River Rdg, 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 River Rdg, 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 4% of them ($1,119,721 against a typical $2,239,039), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($546 against a typical $808), it is bigger than 22% of them (2,052 ft² against a typical 2,959 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1886 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 78% 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 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 River Rdg, Wellesley Hills, MA was $10,342. The county assessed it at $1,006,000.

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