Modern Colonial Excellence: 9 Claflin Road
A Deep Dive into a $2.37M 2017-Built Luxury Residence
The Story: Spanning 4,843 square feet on a 0.22-acre lot, 9 Claflin Rd offers four floors of meticulously designed living space. With 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, it was built to meet the rigorous demands of today’s luxury buyers who want "like-new" construction without the multi-year wait of a custom build.
The property sold for slightly above its **$2,350,000** asking price after just a few days on the market. Our inventory tracker highlights that in neighborhoods like this, homes with 10-foot ceilings and open-concept chef’s kitchens continue to command premium prices per square foot ($490/sqft in this case).
The Strategy:
Highlighting Architectural Volume: Nearly 10-foot ceilings and a family room with soaring vaulted ceilings were key selling points that we emphasized to differentiate the home from older, more segmented Colonials.
The "Au Pair" Advantage: The fully finished lower level featuring a fifth bedroom/au pair suite and exercise room adds significant value for families needing flexible living arrangements.
School District Premium: Located only 0.6 miles from John D. Hardy Elementary (rated 9/10), this home sits in a "sweet spot" for young families prioritizing walkability to top-tier schools.
Investment Trajectory: Despite the sale, the Wellesley Dashboards show the Zestimate has already climbed to ~$2.63M, a clear indicator of the neighborhood's rapid equity growth.
The Outcome: The swift sale of 9 Claflin Rd reinforces that the 02482 zip code remains highly competitive for turn-key luxury properties. It serves as a benchmark for what $2.3M+ buys in the current Wellesley landscape: modern systems, high-end millwork, and prime school access.
