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Listing broker remarks

Classic Village Colonial set on a quiet neighborhood street just moments from downtown Wellesley, Linden Square, the new Hardy Elementary School, Morse’s Pond, shopping, dining, and MBTA commuter rail access. Filled with natural light, this inviting home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates. The spacious living and dining rooms, open kitchen, & family room with fireplace provide comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Four bedrooms and three full baths offer flexibility for today's lifestyle. Extensively improved and meticulously maintained with a whole-home heat pump and 200-amp electrical service (2023), roof (2021), solar panels & back roof (2014), hot water heater (2020), kitchen remodel and addition (2009), replacement windows, refinished hardwood floors (2020/2026), interior paint (2025), drainage, irrigation and landscaping improvements (2024), and exterior carpentry repairs (2026). Private yard with mature plantings, perennial gardens, and fencing.— Compass

Key details

  • 2,694 sq ft
  • 8,000 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1907 built
  • $630 / sq ft
  • $13,857 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠9⁠0⁠1⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
8 Avon Rd
Town
Wellesley, MA
ZIP
02482
Deed (Bk/Pg)
23118 / 23

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
College Heights - Curve Street Area · includes WEL.718

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Neighborhood: College Heights

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.