Perched atop Tower Hill this gracious, brick Colonial offers views of the Boston skyline along with a premiere Needham location. This much loved home has 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, plus 2 car attached garage, all on 0.35 acre lot, close to Mitchell school, high school, and center. A wall of windows across the back of 1st floor sets the scene for open floor plan with large fireplaced livingroom, spacious diningroom, and airy familyroom that makes one feel as if outside. Refinished wood floors, crown molding, and built-ins add charm and character. Mahogany deck leads to outdoor entertaining space, patio and level private yard. Sprawling master provides an oasis with numerous windows, 14 ft cathedral ceiling, oversized walk-in closet, spa-like bathroom with double vanities, jetted tub, and private sauna! 3 generous bedrooms and 2 more full baths complete 2nd floor. Walkout basement offers additional finished space, exercise area and abundant storage. Many updates throughout!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$684Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Benna Rondini• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Bought with Kaufman Realty Team• Keller Williams Realty
LOVE A SPECTACULAR VIEW? WATCH THE LIGHTS COME ON IN BOSTON FROM YOUR HILLTOP RETREAT. QUALITY BUILT BRICK CENTER ENTRANCE COLONIAL DESIGNED FOR GRACEFUL LIVING. LOWER LEVEL PANELED FR, FP, HOBBY ROOM, WALK OUT THIS IS THE HOUSE
Public Records
Aug 25, 1989
Sold
$215,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,970 (+25.1%)
$560,500 + $740,900
$1,301,400
2022
$13,561 (+11.0%)
$492,700 + $521,600
$1,014,300
2021
$12,221 (+2.7%)
$492,700 + $445,200
$937,900
2020
$11,904 (+6.4%)
$492,700 + $460,400
$953,100
2019
$11,186 (+4.3%)
$448,700 + $454,100
$902,800
2018
$10,725 (+7.2%)
$448,700 + $454,100
$902,800
2017
$10,005 (+2.5%)
$448,700 + $392,800
$841,500
2016
$9,761 (+5.5%)
$448,700 + $397,100
$845,800
2014
$9,250 (+3.0%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2013
$8,980 (+3.2%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2012
$8,702 (+4.2%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2011
$8,352 (+3.5%)
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
2010
$8,068 (+5.7%)
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
2009
$7,631
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
Tax history for 100 Tower Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,970 (+25.1%)
$560,500 + $740,900
$1,301,400
2022
$13,561 (+11.0%)
$492,700 + $521,600
$1,014,300
2021
$12,221 (+2.7%)
$492,700 + $445,200
$937,900
2020
$11,904 (+6.4%)
$492,700 + $460,400
$953,100
2019
$11,186 (+4.3%)
$448,700 + $454,100
$902,800
2018
$10,725 (+7.2%)
$448,700 + $454,100
$902,800
2017
$10,005 (+2.5%)
$448,700 + $392,800
$841,500
2016
$9,761 (+5.5%)
$448,700 + $397,100
$845,800
2014
$9,250 (+3.0%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2013
$8,980 (+3.2%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2012
$8,702 (+4.2%)
$408,700 + $386,000
$794,700
2011
$8,352 (+3.5%)
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
2010
$8,068 (+5.7%)
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
2009
$7,631
$408,700 + $357,500
$766,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Half, Cable Hookup, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,744
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Bric/White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, City View(s)
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: City
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,904
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Manning to Lindbergh to Tower OR Greendale to Tower
UnparsedAddress: 100 Tower Ave, Needham MA 02494
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,744
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 141060
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
William Mitchell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Pollard Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Needham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Needham, MA • 02494
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.78M – $2.16M
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