OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2024 for $2.5M

$3,134,630

•

5,072

sq ft

131 Oxbow Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Magnificent 4-acre waterfront property abutting 500 feet of the Charles River. Launch your kayak or canoe from your own private dock. Enjoy the symphony of the birds and nature as you lounge by the pool, entertain, or compete in a tennis game. This exquisite home features spacious rooms and walls of oversized windows for spectacular views of the river and the expansive greenery. Ideally set up for entertaining, relaxation, and fun; and even includes a separate au pair, or in-law suite. Comfy and inviting fireplaced family room surrounds a centrally located kitchen with a sun-splashed breakfast area, or dine by the fireplace in the great dining hall. Luxurious main bedroom with a walk-out balcony and a bathroom with a relaxing jacuzzi tub and large picture windows to enjoy the bucolic grounds. Close to Wellesley and Needham Centers and the Needham commuter rail. This one-of-a kind magnificent estate is not to be missed.

Single-familyProperty Type

1977Year Built

4 acresLot Size

$618Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Bought with Ilene Solomon • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

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•Source:MLS PIN #73179578

Redfin Estimate

$3,134,630

$635K since sold in April 2024$79K since October

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This home's estimate is 50.8% higher than the average sale price ($2.08M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$2,175,000
A
5 beds4 baths5,500 sq ft
2 Sanger Cir, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$1,800,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths5,468 sq ft
70 Main St, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,097,900
C
5 beds3.5 baths5,778 sq ft
28 Centre St, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$2,135,000
D
4 beds5.5 baths5,216 sq ft
7 Circle Dr, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,250,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths5,496 sq ft
11 Haven St, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$2,010,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,860 sq ft
63 Main St, Dover, MA 02030

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.7%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$155K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

7 days MoM

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12 MoM

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5 beds4.5 baths3,548 sq ft
18 Grant St, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 131 Oxbow Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73179578

Apr 3, 2024

Sold

$2,500,000

$493/sq ft

Nov 10, 2023

Listed

$2,950,000

$582/sq ft

MLS PIN #71358379

Aug 29, 2012

Sold

$1,543,300

$304/sq ft

Jun 30, 2012

Contingent

—

May 13, 2012

Price Changed

$1,795,000

$354/sq ft

Mar 28, 2012

Listed

$1,950,000

$384/sq ft

+19

4 acre estate w/500 ' on the Charles River.11 room residence overlooks bluestone terraces,beautiful pool with waterfall,broad expanse of lawn,tennis court & river,all landscaped for private enjoyment.Exquisitely appointed home w/gracious rooms,irresistible views & all amenities.Award-winning kitchen & family room,elegant living room & banquet-sized dining room,ea w/f; study & refreshing sun room for all seasons.5 Bedrms include master suite w/luxury bath & guest suite with private staircase.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,562 (+7.5%)

$873,700 + $1,009,900

$1,883,600

2022

$22,841 (+2.6%)

$747,500 + $960,900

$1,708,400

2021

$22,260 (+0.4%)

$747,500 + $960,900

$1,708,400

2020

$22,175 (+1.5%)

$747,500 + $1,027,900

$1,775,400

2019

$21,846 (+4.3%)

$747,500 + $1,015,700

$1,763,200

2018

$20,947 (+6.0%)

$747,500 + $1,015,700

$1,763,200

2017

$19,761 (+3.0%)

$782,500 + $879,500

$1,662,000

2016

$19,184 (+0.5%)

$782,500 + $879,900

$1,662,400

2014

$19,083 (+4.7%)

$782,500 + $856,900

$1,639,400

2013

$18,228 (−3.8%)

$782,500 + $830,600

$1,613,100

2012

$18,946 (+4.9%)

$782,500 + $947,700

$1,730,200

2011

$18,061 (+3.8%)

$782,500 + $874,500

$1,657,000

2010

$17,403 (+18.2%)

$782,500 + $870,200

$1,652,700

2009

$14,727

$782,500 + $696,100

$1,478,600

Tax history for 131 Oxbow Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,562 (+7.5%)

$873,700 + $1,009,900

$1,883,600

2022

$22,841 (+2.6%)

$747,500 + $960,900

$1,708,400

2021

$22,260 (+0.4%)

$747,500 + $960,900

$1,708,400

2020

$22,175 (+1.5%)

$747,500 + $1,027,900

$1,775,400

2019

$21,846 (+4.3%)

$747,500 + $1,015,700

$1,763,200

2018

$20,947 (+6.0%)

$747,500 + $1,015,700

$1,763,200

2017

$19,761 (+3.0%)

$782,500 + $879,500

$1,662,000

2016

$19,184 (+0.5%)

$782,500 + $879,900

$1,662,400

2014

$19,083 (+4.7%)

$782,500 + $856,900

$1,639,400

2013

$18,228 (−3.8%)

$782,500 + $830,600

$1,613,100

2012

$18,946 (+4.9%)

$782,500 + $947,700

$1,730,200

2011

$18,061 (+3.8%)

$782,500 + $874,500

$1,657,000

2010

$17,403 (+18.2%)

$782,500 + $870,200

$1,652,700

2009

$14,727

$782,500 + $696,100

$1,478,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

4,751

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

146281

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 420
Length: 28
Width: 15
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 198
Length: 18
Width: 11
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 348
Length: 12
Width: 29
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: First

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 80
Length: 10
Width: 8
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 437
Length: 23
Width: 19
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 405
Length: 27
Width: 15
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 315
Length: 21
Width: 15
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 210
Length: 21
Width: 10
Level: First

Office Room Information
Area: 405
Length: 27
Width: 15
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom, Office, Entry Hall, Game Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,072
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Tennis Court(s), Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Private, River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 4
Lot Features: Easements, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,562
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Central Avenue
UnparsedAddress: 131 Oxbow Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,751
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 146281

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Newman Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Needham, MA • 02492

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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

$2.98M – $3.61M

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Home values near 131 Oxbow Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3936 Sq. Ft.	$2,064,354
89 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2183 Sq. Ft.	$1,893,765
125 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4931 Sq. Ft.	$2,510,282
62 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4314 Sq. Ft.	$2,501,050
159 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4976 Sq. Ft.	$2,593,861
170 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 9.5 Baths \| 9381 Sq. Ft.	$3,016,456
1831 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2646 Sq. Ft.	$1,500,517

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 5973 Sq. Ft.	$3,242,836
99 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4400 Sq. Ft.	$2,031,247
120 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2480 Sq. Ft.	$1,684,811
50 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 8738 Sq. Ft.	$7,323,371
150 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2818 Sq. Ft.	$1,801,094
1805 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$1,469,419
1843 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2352 Sq. Ft.	$1,411,616

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5166 Sq. Ft.	$3,238,306
115 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5140 Sq. Ft.	$2,097,054
94 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4200 Sq. Ft.	$2,283,998
177 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4996 Sq. Ft.	$2,211,107
76 Oxbow Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3600 Sq. Ft.	$1,869,513
1819 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3167 Sq. Ft.	$1,504,445
1860 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2541 Sq. Ft.	$1,533,249

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