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$2,179,769$819 / 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 82How 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 $995,000 on Jul 8, 2008

47 AMHERST RD

WELLESLEY, MA 02482
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,661 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.2M
$1.8M low$2.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$995,000 · Jul 8, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,201 (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.$1,576,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,081,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$495,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,788,090

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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(3)

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
Horatio H. Hunnewell Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Wellesley High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Wellesley Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Wellesley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02482These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,654
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$209,564
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$298,285
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

47 Amherst Rd 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 94% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Dana Hall
  • Older than 71% of homes in Norfolk County

What homes are worth in Wellesley 02482

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

This home
$772K$5.2M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Wellesley 02482.

How it measures up in Wellesley 02482

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wellesley 02482.

Estimated value$2,179,769
CheaperTypical $1,938,866Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$819
CheaperTypical $834Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area2,661 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,324 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 47 Amherst Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDana HallWellesley 02482Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,179,76954% of homes60% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$81949% of homes48% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,661 ft²54% of homes61% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac33% of homes47% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than193837% of homes32% of homes29% of homes

About 47 Amherst Rd

How much is 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA is $2,179,769 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,785,471 to $2,574,067. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA last sell?

47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA last sold on Jul 8, 2008 for $995,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA?

47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,661 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA built?

47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA?

47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA is assigned to Horatio H. Hunnewell 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 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA compare to other homes in Wellesley 02482?

Among the 3,546 homes in Wellesley 02482, it is worth more than 60% of them ($2,179,769 against a typical $1,938,866), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($819 against a typical $834), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,661 ft² against a typical 2,324 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1938 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 94% 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 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 47 Amherst Rd, Wellesley, MA was $16,201. The county assessed it at $1,576,000.

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