SOLD BY REDFIN NOV 9, 2020

Off Market Nov 2020 for $1.9M

$2,742,316

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,588/mo

•

4,922

sq ft

170 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Spectacular Charles River water views, direct deeded waterfront access! Fabulous cul-de-sac location. Exquisite Custom Built Colonial with many recent improvements including hardwood floors throughout the second level, new bathrooms, 2018 Well Appointed Gourmet Kitchen including Wolf Gas Range, Potfiller, Warming Drawer, Quartz Countertops and Natural Stone Chevron Backsplash, Butlers Pantry with Rolling Ladder, Hardi Plank Siding and New Furnace. Cathedral living room with fireplace and two story windows. Gracious formal dining room, Cathedral family room with fireplace and French Doors. Two story fireplace library with loft above. Sun Room surrounded by large windows and French Doors leading to 3 adjoining decks overlooking lush grounds. Gorgeous primary suite with walk-in closet, built-ins and Jaw Dropping Custom Designed European Style Bath. Spacious bedrooms with great built-ins, closet space. Huge walk-out lower level with office and full bath. Large Laundry Room and Mudroom!

Single-familyProperty Type

1993Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$557Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Seller's agent

Jill Cohen Redfin Corp.

Bought with Non Member • Non Member Office

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•Source:MLS PIN #72734668

Redfin Estimate

$2,742,316

$749K since sold in November 2020$74K since July

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This home's estimate is 0.2% lower than the average sale price ($2.75M) of 6 comparable homes.

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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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Sale history for 170 Whitman Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72734668

Nov 9, 2020

Sold

$1,993,650

$405/sq ft

Oct 13, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 30, 2020

Listed

$1,895,000

$385/sq ft

MLS PIN #71723037

Mar 19, 2015

Sold

$1,447,500

$294/sq ft

Jan 30, 2015

Contingent

—

Oct 31, 2014

Price Changed

$1,499,000

$305/sq ft

Aug 1, 2014

Listed

$1,589,000

$323/sq ft

+20

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1/25/2015, 12:00 - 2:00 PM. PRICE REDUCTION!. Enchanting waterfront private retreat w/ spectacular views banking on the Charles River. Enjoy canoeing, fishing and skating! Fabulous cul-de-sac location. Custom built in 1993 this warm & inviting home features 12 rooms including; cathedral living room with fireplace and two story windows. Gracious formal dining room, cathedral family room with fireplace and French doors leading out to decks. Two story fireplace library with loft above. Updated gourmet kitchen with dining area surrounded by large windows and French doors leading to 3 adjoining decks overlooking lush grounds. Gorgeous master suite with walk-in closet and large marble bath, 4 spacious bedrooms with great built-ins and closet space. 4.5 lovely baths, soaring ceilings, oversized tall windows & 3 fireplaces. Huge walk-out finished lower Level including 5th bed/office & full granite bath, custom built-ins and more!

Public Records

Jun 22, 1993

Sold

$252,500

$51/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,474 (+1.1%)

$712,200 + $1,318,000

$2,030,200

2022

$26,190 (+15.2%)

$539,700 + $1,419,200

$1,958,900

2021

$22,728 (+28.0%)

$539,700 + $1,204,600

$1,744,300

2020

$17,751 (+2.0%)

$539,700 + $881,500

$1,421,200

2019

$17,405 (+4.6%)

$539,700 + $865,100

$1,404,800

2018

$16,634 (−4.0%)

$539,700 + $860,500

$1,400,200

2017

$17,332 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $918,000

$1,457,700

2016

$16,822 (+0.5%)

$539,700 + $918,000

$1,457,700

2014

$16,745 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2013

$16,256 (+3.2%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2012

$15,753 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2011

$15,291 (+7.3%)

$539,700 + $863,100

$1,402,800

2010

$14,247 (+5.7%)

$539,700 + $813,300

$1,353,000

2009

$13,476

$539,700 + $813,300

$1,353,000

Tax history for 170 Whitman Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$26,474 (+1.1%)

$712,200 + $1,318,000

$2,030,200

2022

$26,190 (+15.2%)

$539,700 + $1,419,200

$1,958,900

2021

$22,728 (+28.0%)

$539,700 + $1,204,600

$1,744,300

2020

$17,751 (+2.0%)

$539,700 + $881,500

$1,421,200

2019

$17,405 (+4.6%)

$539,700 + $865,100

$1,404,800

2018

$16,634 (−4.0%)

$539,700 + $860,500

$1,400,200

2017

$17,332 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $918,000

$1,457,700

2016

$16,822 (+0.5%)

$539,700 + $918,000

$1,457,700

2014

$16,745 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2013

$16,256 (+3.2%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2012

$15,753 (+3.0%)

$539,700 + $898,900

$1,438,600

2011

$15,291 (+7.3%)

$539,700 + $863,100

$1,402,800

2010

$14,247 (+5.7%)

$539,700 + $813,300

$1,353,000

2009

$13,476

$539,700 + $813,300

$1,353,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1 Acre

Year renovated

2010

Sq. Ft.

5,063

Year built

1993

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

146751

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, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 432
Length: 24
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 378
Length: 14
Width: 27
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 42
Length: 7
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 88
Length: 11
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 25
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 25
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 140
Length: 10
Width: 14
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Wet Bar, Sitting Room, Loft, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,922
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Modular
StructureType: House
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1
WaterfrontYN: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,050
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Charles River Street to Whitman Road
UnparsedAddress: 170 Whitman Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,063
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 146751

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Wine Fridge
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Newman Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 2.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

9/10

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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

53% 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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$2.61M – $3.15M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
70 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,839,277
140 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 8852 Sq. Ft.	$5,220,822

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3573 Sq. Ft.	$2,066,981
179 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2545 Sq. Ft.	$2,080,670

Address	Redfin Estimate
120 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3355 Sq. Ft.	$1,910,224
155 Whitman Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6484 Sq. Ft.	$3,651,475

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