OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2016 for $1.2M

$2,305,064

•

4,000

sq ft

1490 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Set back from the road this spectacular Colonial/Contemporary with walls of glass and soaring ceilings takes full advantage of view and private one acre setting. This inviting four bedroom residence has been completely renovated in 2006. First floor boasts open floor plan with gorgeous two story family room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, library, Gourmet kitchen with granite, family room with fireplace and bedroom with bath. Second floor offers spacious vaulted master suite with fireplace, two walk-in closets, deck and luxurious spa like bath. Two additional bedrooms, sitting room and two full baths complete this level. Finished walkout lower level with mudroom, playroom, full bath, storage and garage access. Conveniently located to Newman elementary school, downtown Needham shopping and restaurants. Move right into this fabulous home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1961Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$576Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donna Scott • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Elisabeth Preis • Hammond Residential R. E.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71973115

Redfin Estimate

$2,305,064

$1.0M since sold in July 2016$20K since October

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This home's estimate is 12.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.05M) of 6 comparable homes.

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SOLD FEB 25, 2026
$1,700,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,293 sq ft
362 Country Way, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$1,700,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths4,532 sq ft
341 West St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$2,700,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths5,149 sq ft
98 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$2,015,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,988 sq ft
180 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$2,040,000
F
4 beds4 baths2,998 sq ft
42 Temple Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482

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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

99.4%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

6 days MoM

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Sale history for 1490 Central Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,119 (+21.1%)

$712,200 + $830,700

$1,542,900

2022

$16,618 (+2.6%)

$539,700 + $703,200

$1,242,900

2021

$16,195 (+0.6%)

$539,700 + $703,200

$1,242,900

2020

$16,097 (+2.1%)

$539,700 + $749,100

$1,288,800

2019

$15,771 (+4.3%)

$539,700 + $733,200

$1,272,900

2018

$15,122 (+7.5%)

$539,700 + $733,200

$1,272,900

2017

$14,068 (+24.2%)

$539,700 + $643,500

$1,183,200

2016

$11,323 (+1.5%)

$431,800 + $549,400

$981,200

2014

$11,159 (+3.0%)

$431,800 + $526,900

$958,700

2013

$10,833 (−7.2%)

$431,800 + $526,900

$958,700

2012

$11,679 (+3.9%)

$539,700 + $526,900

$1,066,600

2011

$11,244 (+3.5%)

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

2010

$10,863 (+5.7%)

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

2009

$10,275

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

Tax history for 1490 Central Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,119 (+21.1%)

$712,200 + $830,700

$1,542,900

2022

$16,618 (+2.6%)

$539,700 + $703,200

$1,242,900

2021

$16,195 (+0.6%)

$539,700 + $703,200

$1,242,900

2020

$16,097 (+2.1%)

$539,700 + $749,100

$1,288,800

2019

$15,771 (+4.3%)

$539,700 + $733,200

$1,272,900

2018

$15,122 (+7.5%)

$539,700 + $733,200

$1,272,900

2017

$14,068 (+24.2%)

$539,700 + $643,500

$1,183,200

2016

$11,323 (+1.5%)

$431,800 + $549,400

$981,200

2014

$11,159 (+3.0%)

$431,800 + $526,900

$958,700

2013

$10,833 (−7.2%)

$431,800 + $526,900

$958,700

2012

$11,679 (+3.9%)

$539,700 + $526,900

$1,066,600

2011

$11,244 (+3.5%)

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

2010

$10,863 (+5.7%)

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

2009

$10,275

$539,700 + $491,900

$1,031,600

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1 Acre

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

3,612

Year built

1961

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

146071

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 260
Length: 20
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Deck - Exterior

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 204
Length: 12
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 15
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Family Room Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Deck - Exterior

Dining Room Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,High Speed Internet Hookup

Office Room Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Office, Sitting Room, Media Room, Mud Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,000
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Beige

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fruit Trees, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,323
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Oil, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: 135 to Central (driveway before white fence)
UnparsedAddress: 1490 Central Ave, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,612
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Norfolk County
APN: 146071

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Tv's, Dining Room Rug
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Newman Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% 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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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

$2.19M – $2.65M

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1480 Central Ave, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2496 Sq. Ft.	$1,619,808
1574 Central Ave, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2603 Sq. Ft.	$1,629,574

Address	Redfin Estimate
1544 Central Ave, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3918 Sq. Ft.	$1,761,653
1516 Central Ave, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 8029 Sq. Ft.	$4,086,114

Address	Redfin Estimate
1554 Central Ave, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2908 Sq. Ft.	$1,474,689
1489 Central Ave, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4998 Sq. Ft.	$2,123,185

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