698 Wellesley
Claremont, CA 91711
Listing broker / agent: REALTY ONE GROUP WEST · Patricia Samuelson · 909-214-1002 · CRMLS
MLS # CV26176533 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 06:07 UTC
About this property
New Price: $1,195,000! Mid-Century character, single-story comfort, and a backyard made for Southern California living come together at 698 Wellesley Drive. Set on an oversized corner lot in Claremont’s sought-after Towne Ranch neighborhood, this inviting home offers room to gather, space to unwind, and a location close to the places you love. Built in 1961, this Mid-Century Ranch features just over 2,000 square feet with three spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a versatile bonus area perfect for a home office, creative studio, or homeschooling space. Natural light and three sliding glass doors connect the living spaces to the expansive backyard, creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow. An impressive stone fireplace anchors the living room, while the adjoining dining room is ready for everything from casual dinners to holiday gatherings. The kitchen’s center island and sunny breakfast nook open to the family room, keeping everyday living comfortably connected. Outside, enjoy your own private retreat with a swimming pool, generous patio space, and mature landscaping. Whether you’re hosting friends, dining outdoors, or relaxing poolside, this backyard offers plenty of room to make it your own. An attached two-car garage and ample parking add everyday convenience. Updated bathroom, attractive laminate flooring, dual-pane windows, interior window shutters, new ceiling fans, and thoughtfully organized bedroom closets complement the home’s timeless appeal. Towne Ranch is known for its mature trees and individually designed homes. Nearby Condit Elementary and Claremont High School, the Claremont Colleges, and the shops, restaurants, and cafés of the Village put much of what makes Claremont special within easy reach. Trader Joe’s, Sprouts, parks, and hiking and biking trails round out the lifestyle. With a newly improved price, distinctive architecture, and an exceptional setting, 698 Wellesley Drive deserves a closer look. Come see the possibilities and picture your next chapter here.
Property details
- MLS number
- CV26176533
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,050 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.3242 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1961
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 61
Building
- Year built
- 1961
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Mid Century Modern, Ranch
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Living area source
- Estimated
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 3
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Office, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Private
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Lot features
- Corner Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Foothills, Gutters, Suburban
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Condit
- Middle / junior school
- El Roble
- High school
- Claremont
- High school district
- Claremont Unified
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Claremont High Claremont Unified · Claremont | 9–12 | 0.3 mi |
| Condit Elementary Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| Mountain View Elementary Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| Sycamore Elementary Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| El Roble Intermediate Claremont Unified · Claremont | 7–8 | 0.8 mi |
| Danbury Special Education Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Sumner Elementary Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–6 | 1.0 mi |
| Chaparral Elementary Claremont Unified · Claremont | K–6 | 1.1 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,195,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,265,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,265,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-05 11:56 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 20:33 | $1,195,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
9 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.
Calculated 2026-10-20 06:12 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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