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$2,500,000
7 Days On Site

70 Curve St
Wellesley, MA 02482

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,370
SqFt
$742
/SqFt
1907
Built
Subdivision:
College Heights
County:
Norfolk

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Glorious shingle-style home built by Katherine Lee Bates, author of America the Beautiful, who lived & wrote here, including in the 3rd-floor sanctuary she called “Bohemia.” Set back & framed by mature trees, the home blends historic character w/ thoughtful updates for modern family living & gracious entertaining. Stunning architectural details throughout, incl. a grand foyer, light-filled updated kitchen, rich fir flooring, oversized windows, & porches at every turn. 4 corner BRs, including a primary suite w/ sleeping porch. Breathtaking 3rd-floor retreat offers soaring ceilings, white shiplap paneling, a flood of natural light, along with a coffee bar, ensuite bath, dressing room, and laundry, ideal as a primary suite, inspiring studio, home office, or game room. The lower level includes a finished playroom, storage, & exterior access. Located in the College Heights, close to Wellesley Center, the train, and Sprague School, this is a home of enduring character and quiet distinction.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,500,000
Days On Site 
7 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,370 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1907
MLS® Number 
73507852
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$20,340
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
22 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Disclosures 
Front Living Room windows stationary. Town sewer from manhole in front yard.
Foundation 
Stone
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
PavedDetachedGarage Door OpenerOff Street
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
3370
SqFt Total 
3370
Style 
Colonial
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
SR10
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
FullPartialFinishedWalk-Out AccessInterior EntryConcrete
Cooling 
Central AirDuctlessZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving Room
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced AirDuctlessZoned
Interior 
Entrance FoyerCeiling Fan(s)Recessed Lighting
Laundry Features 
Washer HookupElectric Dryer Hookup
Window Features 
Insulated WindowsStorm Window(s)
Bathroom 1 
Level - First
Bathroom 2 
Level - Second
Bathroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 12x13Level - SecondArea - 156
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 12x13Level - SecondArea - 156
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11x11Level - SecondArea - 121
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 19x38Level - ThirdArea - 722
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13x15Level - FirstArea - 195
Family Room 
Dimensions - 13x15Level - FirstArea - 195
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 15x16Level - FirstArea - 240
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14x20Level - FirstArea - 280
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x16Level - SecondArea - 224
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch 
PorchScreenedEnclosedPatio
Roof 
WoodShake
Windows/Doors 
Insulated WindowsStorm Window(s)
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
Contract
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Sprague
Middle School
Wellesley
High School
Wellesley
Listing courtesy of Roberta Swenson of Rutledge Properties



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