OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2023 for $2.2M

$2,717,159

•

5,370

sq ft

159 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

2023Year Built

0.29 acresLot Size

$506Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Matt Hughes • Pinewood Real Estate, Inc.

Bought with Lynda Hughes • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73072926

Redfin Estimate

$2,717,159

$517K since sold in June 2023$11K since July

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This home's estimate is 4.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.60M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,050,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,808,888
B
5 beds5.5 baths5,360 sq ft
112 Osborne Path, Newton, MA 02459
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$2,900,000
C
5 beds5.5 baths5,784 sq ft
194 Lindbergh Ave, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,965,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,593 sq ft
46 Holmes St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$3,175,000
E
6 beds6.5 baths5,800 sq ft
78 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,685,000
F
5 beds5 baths5,085 sq ft
72 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

0 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Sale history for 159 Thornton Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73072926

Jun 28, 2023

Sold

$2,200,000

$410/sq ft

May 20, 2023

Contingent

—

May 18, 2023

Price Changed

$2,295,000

$427/sq ft

May 1, 2023

Price Changed

$2,345,000

$437/sq ft

Apr 10, 2023

Price Changed

$2,395,000

$446/sq ft

Feb 13, 2023

Price Changed

$2,495,000

$465/sq ft

Jan 23, 2023

Listed

$2,595,000

$483/sq ft

MLS PIN #72973373

Jun 15, 2022

Sold

$1,100,000

$205/sq ft

Apr 28, 2022

Listed

$899,000

$167/sq ft

This very special property is waiting for its next owners to create or renovate their dream home. This classic colonial is perfect for builders, contractors and anyone that is seeking to put their vision and creative ideas to work. Top notch location at the end of a dead end street. This property is conveniently located in close proximity to schools, transportation, shops, restaurants and highway. This property is being sold in "as is" condition. Showings will be appointment only starting Thursday, April 28, 2022. Any offers will be presented Monday, May 2nd by 2 PM. Please do not walk the property without listing agent. Sellers and Listing Agent make no warranties or representations regarding this property and suggest buyers conduct their own due diligence.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,234 (+14.2%)

$585,200 + $199,600

$784,800

2022

$8,958 (+2.6%)

$515,300 + $154,700

$670,000

2021

$8,730 (+5.0%)

$515,300 + $154,700

$670,000

2020

$8,315 (+8.6%)

$515,300 + $150,400

$665,700

2019

$7,656 (+4.3%)

$468,900 + $149,000

$617,900

2018

$7,341 (+3.0%)

$468,900 + $149,000

$617,900

2017

$7,124 (+3.0%)

$468,900 + $130,300

$599,200

2016

$6,915 (+11.2%)

$468,900 + $130,300

$599,200

2014

$6,220 (+3.0%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2013

$6,039 (+3.2%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2012

$5,852 (+2.6%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2011

$5,703 (+3.5%)

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

2010

$5,509 (+5.7%)

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

2009

$5,211

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

Tax history for 159 Thornton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,234 (+14.2%)

$585,200 + $199,600

$784,800

2022

$8,958 (+2.6%)

$515,300 + $154,700

$670,000

2021

$8,730 (+5.0%)

$515,300 + $154,700

$670,000

2020

$8,315 (+8.6%)

$515,300 + $150,400

$665,700

2019

$7,656 (+4.3%)

$468,900 + $149,000

$617,900

2018

$7,341 (+3.0%)

$468,900 + $149,000

$617,900

2017

$7,124 (+3.0%)

$468,900 + $130,300

$599,200

2016

$6,915 (+11.2%)

$468,900 + $130,300

$599,200

2014

$6,220 (+3.0%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2013

$6,039 (+3.2%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2012

$5,852 (+2.6%)

$408,200 + $126,200

$534,400

2011

$5,703 (+3.5%)

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

2010

$5,509 (+5.7%)

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

2009

$5,211

$408,200 + $115,000

$523,200

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.29 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,395

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137870

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: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Insulated, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First

Family Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump, Concrete

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom, Exercise Room, Game Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,370
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Actual,Finished, Never Occupied
Color: Evening BL
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Underground Storage Tank, Steep Slope
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 0

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane, Leased Propane Tank
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Broad Meadow to Thornton or Birds Hill to Thornton
UnparsedAddress: 159 Thornton Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,395
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137870

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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 97° expected this year, 14 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, 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

$2.58M – $3.13M

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Home values near 159 Thornton Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
133 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1772 Sq. Ft.	$1,166,186
162 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4600 Sq. Ft.	$2,457,676

Address	Redfin Estimate
136 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1998 Sq. Ft.	$1,330,488
156 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1852 Sq. Ft.	$1,322,750

Address	Redfin Estimate
170 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2479 Sq. Ft.	$1,419,999
153 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1395 Sq. Ft.	$1,291,645

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