OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2013 for $570K

$1,079,196

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,008/mo

•

1,465

sq ft

159 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Bright and sunny 7 room home, all on one floor, in a great neighborhood! Significant upgrades include a remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, young windows, custom closets, a fantastic sun room addition which all enhance the smart design of this wonderful property. Finished lower level playroom with fireplace adds cozy space for relaxation.Set on a pretty level yard for playing, gardening or both, this stylish and practical home is a pleasant surprise! 1st Showings @ OH Sat 12-2March 2.

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

0.29 acresLot Size

$737Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

Listed by Martha McMahon • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

Bought with Judith Brady • Prudential Advantage Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #71488018

Redfin Estimate

$1,079,196

$509K since sold in June 2013$3,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 16.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$1,500,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths2,452 sq ft
85 Dawson Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,220,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,006 sq ft
180 Broad Mdw, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,100,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,703 sq ft
19 Mount Vernon, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$1,375,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,590 sq ft
73 Woodlawn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$925,000
E
2 beds1 bath1,008 sq ft
701 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,603,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,257 sq ft
44 Hemlock St, Needham, MA 02492

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$3,726/mo

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$390 MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
1327 South St, Needham, MA 02492
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$2,195,000
5 beds3 baths4,306 sq ft
57 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 159 Fairfield St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,707 (+4.0%)

$585,400 + $159,000

$744,400

2022

$9,331 (+2.6%)

$542,400 + $155,500

$697,900

2021

$9,094 (+4.2%)

$542,400 + $155,500

$697,900

2020

$8,726 (+8.5%)

$542,400 + $156,200

$698,600

2019

$8,040 (+4.3%)

$493,500 + $155,400

$648,900

2018

$7,709 (+2.7%)

$493,500 + $155,400

$648,900

2017

$7,507 (+4.2%)

$493,500 + $137,900

$631,400

2016

$7,204 (+3.4%)

$493,500 + $130,800

$624,300

2014

$6,970 (+3.0%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2013

$6,766 (+3.2%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2012

$6,557 (+4.0%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2011

$6,302 (+3.5%)

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

2010

$6,088 (+5.7%)

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

2009

$5,759

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

Tax history for 159 Fairfield St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,707 (+4.0%)

$585,400 + $159,000

$744,400

2022

$9,331 (+2.6%)

$542,400 + $155,500

$697,900

2021

$9,094 (+4.2%)

$542,400 + $155,500

$697,900

2020

$8,726 (+8.5%)

$542,400 + $156,200

$698,600

2019

$8,040 (+4.3%)

$493,500 + $155,400

$648,900

2018

$7,709 (+2.7%)

$493,500 + $155,400

$648,900

2017

$7,507 (+4.2%)

$493,500 + $137,900

$631,400

2016

$7,204 (+3.4%)

$493,500 + $130,800

$624,300

2014

$6,970 (+3.0%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2013

$6,766 (+3.2%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2012

$6,557 (+4.0%)

$429,700 + $169,100

$598,800

2011

$6,302 (+3.5%)

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

2010

$6,088 (+5.7%)

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

2009

$5,759

$429,700 + $148,500

$578,200

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.29 Acres

Year renovated

1985

Sq. Ft.

1,465

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

136884

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Sun Room, Play Room, Entry Hall

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,465
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Easements, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,766
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain to Fairfield St. (near Elmwood)
UnparsedAddress: 159 Fairfield Street, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,465
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Norfolk County
APN: 136884

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 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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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

$1.03M – $1.24M

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Home values near 159 Fairfield St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
132 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2767 Sq. Ft.	$1,880,872
152 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,678,417

Address	Redfin Estimate
138 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5241 Sq. Ft.	$2,290,711
168 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1788 Sq. Ft.	$1,318,479

Address	Redfin Estimate
144 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5446 Sq. Ft.	$2,442,225
173 Fairfield St, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 6776 Sq. Ft.	$3,194,330

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