A compelling Needham opportunity for builders, contractors, investors, or end users with vision. Set on an approximately 15,500 sq ft lot and surrounded by higher-value homes, this property offers strong upside in a highly desirable location. The existing 1840 structure is being sold strictly as-is and will require significant renovation, expansion, or potential redevelopment. Whether the goal is a custom renovation, new construction, or long-term investment, the property presents a valuable project opportunity for the right buyer. Shown by appointment only.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$295Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Migdol Moore Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Nancy Lanigan Moore• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $5,373 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1069 Central Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73505674
Aug 18, 2026
Sold
$799,000
$295/sq ft
Jul 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 18, 2026
Contingent
—
May 29, 2026
Price Changed
$799,000
$295/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$949,000
$351/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Relisted
—
May 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 22, 2026
Listed
$1,085,000
$401/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1991
Sold
$513,000
$190/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 1974
Sold
$37,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,948 (+3.1%)
$438,200 + $248,000
$686,200
2022
$8,681 (+2.6%)
$402,800 + $246,500
$649,300
2021
$8,460 (+5.5%)
$402,800 + $246,500
$649,300
2020
$8,017 (+7.8%)
$402,800 + $239,100
$641,900
2019
$7,440 (+4.3%)
$367,000 + $233,500
$600,500
2018
$7,134 (+4.5%)
$367,000 + $233,500
$600,500
2017
$6,830 (+3.0%)
$367,000 + $207,400
$574,400
2016
$6,629 (+4.1%)
$367,000 + $207,400
$574,400
2014
$6,369 (+3.0%)
$375,200 + $172,000
$547,200
2013
$6,183 (+3.2%)
$375,200 + $172,000
$547,200
2012
$5,992 (+2.3%)
$375,200 + $172,000
$547,200
2011
$5,857 (+3.5%)
$375,200 + $162,100
$537,300
2010
$5,658 (+5.7%)
$375,200 + $162,100
$537,300
2009
$5,352
$375,200 + $162,100
$537,300
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,705
Year built
1840
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
143852
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,705
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2705
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,162
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Newman
Middle Or Junior School: Pollard
High School: Needham Hs
Location Information
Directions: Near the intersection of Central and Great Plain
UnparsedAddress: 1069 Central Ave, Needham MA 02492
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,705
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143852
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Newman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
High Rock School
Public 6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Needham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
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