279 Oakland Street, Wellesley, MA 02481

Wellesley
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279 Oakland Street,Wellesley, MA 02481
$2,495,000
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  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,227 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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  • Sun, May 17
    12:00 pm - 01:30 pm
Listed by: christine norcross & partners
Office: william raveis r.e. & home services
MLS#:73509829
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$590.25

About this home

Timeless Garrison nestled on a picturesque half-acre lot. Extensively renovated and expanded in 2005, this beautifully updated 4,000+ sq ft home blends classic New England charm with modern luxury just steps to Longfellow Pond. Thoughtfully designed with exceptional space & inviting gathering areas, the chef’s kitchen with oversized island opens to a fireside sitting area, the expansive family room flows seamlessly to an elegant fireplaced living room with French doors leading to a private stone patio. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a walk-in closet and double vanity, along with three additional bedrooms & dedicated home office. The finished lower level offers a recreation room, full bath, & oversized laundry. Meticulously maintained with major system updates, including newer furnaces, central air, & hot water heater. Close to Needham & Wellesley MBTA, this exceptional home offers a rare blend of lifestyle, location, and design. Fiske Elementary is a Blue Ribbon school

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Home facts

  • Year built:1948
  • Listing ID #:73509829
  • Updated:May 14, 2026 at 10:41 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:13
  • Flooring:Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Hardwood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - Full
  • Kitchen Description:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Recessed Lighting, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Finished, Full
  • Living area:4,227 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:4 Cooling Zones, Central Air
  • Heating:Fireplace(s), Forced Air
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Rubber, Shingle
  • Year built:1948
  • Building area:4,227 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.56 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Garrison
  • Construction Materials:Frame
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Porch, Professional Landscaping, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter

Schools

  • High school:Wellesley Hs
  • Middle school:Wellesley Ms
  • Elementary school:Fiske

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$590.25
  • Tax amount:$20,482 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement, Recessed Lighting, Washer
  • Amenities:Gas Water Heater, Recessed Lighting

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:6
  • Parking description:Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
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