Cul-de-Sac Charm: 7 Fife Road
A Private Colonial Retreat in the Heart of Wellesley
The Story: This 1,664-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, with beautiful hardwood floors and a wood-burning fireplace that anchors the living room. Sold for $1,060,000 in August 2021, the property has seen its value rise significantly, with a current Zestimate of $1,322,000. The home’s layout includes a sunny bonus room off the kitchen and a fenced-in yard, making it an ideal choice for young families.
According to our Wellesley Inventory Tracker, the Fife Road area is highly prized for its "neighborhood feel" and proximity to Fiske Elementary (rated 9/10). This sale demonstrates the enduring appeal of well-maintained historic Colonials in Wellesley's most family-friendly pockets.
The Strategy:
Highlighting the Cul-de-Sac: Positioned the street's quiet, low-traffic nature as a major safety and lifestyle benefit for families with children.
Capitalizing on "Bonus" Space: Emphasized the sunroom and the basement playroom as flexible areas that add functional square footage beyond the primary 1,600 sq. ft.
Modern Comforts in a Historic Frame: Marketed the newer half-bath and the attached garage—features often missing in 1910 builds—as key convenience factors.
School Proximity: Leveraged the 0.3-mile walk to Fiske Elementary as a "commuter's dream" for parents, reducing the morning school run to a few minutes.
The Outcome: 7 Fife Rd is a testament to the stability of the Wellesley Hills market. Its appreciation over the last few years reflects the town's robust demand for properties that offer a mix of character, school access, and quiet residential living.
