$2,500,000

70 Curve St, Wellesley, MA 02482

5 beds |
4 baths |
3,370 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1907
0.3acre lot
2 car garage
$742/sqft
Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: April 27, 2026
Data Last Updated:: May 1, 2026 at 12:06AM
Listing Office:: Rutledge Properties : 781-235-4663
Listing Agent:: Roberta Swenson : 781-249-3352
MLS ID:: 73507852

General: Bathroom - FullBathroom - Tiled With Tub & ShowerGame RoomBathroomFoyer
Appliances: Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - ElectricWasher HookupBathroom - FullElectric Dryer HookupSecond Floor
Basement: FullPartialFinishedWalk-Out AccessInterior EntryConcrete
Flooring: HardwoodPineFlooring - Hardwood
A/C: Central AirDuctless
Heating: Forced AirNatural GasDuctless
Fireplace: Family RoomLiving RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 2
Disability Feature: None

General: PorchPorch - ScreenedPatio - EnclosedRain GuttersSprinkler System
Style: Colonial
Parking: DetachedGarage Door OpenerPaved DriveOff StreetParking spaces: 4

Roofing: WoodShake
Windows: Insulated WindowsStorm Window(s)
General: FrameStoneGraniteIrregular

Road/Access: Public
Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
County: Norfolk

Zoning: SR10M:149 R:072 S:263325

Utilities: for Gas Rangefor Electric Ovenfor Electric DryerWasher Hookup
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: MLS Property Information Network

This listing courtesy of Roberta Swenson , Rutledge Properties

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