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Off Market Mar 2022 for $2M

$2,362,696

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,129/mo

•

5,600

sq ft

178 High Rock St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Gorgeous and grand! Set on over an acre of land, this Colonial home exudes warmth, light, good energy, and dazzling character. Experience the privacy & serenity of its natural setting as you look out onto the expansive, level backyard bordered by tall evergreens - a rare gem not easy to find in Needham. The spacious kitchen, w/granite counters, island, double ovens & coffee bar is perfect for hosting gatherings. Looking for a home office, home gym, playroom, & area to entertain? This home has it all! With 5 beds, 6 baths, potential in-law rm on 1st floor, family rm on 2nd floor w/ private deck, 3rd floor finished rm, & finished basement, the options are endless to make it your own. In winter, cozy up by the gas fireplace; in spring, pick roses & lilacs from surrounding perennials; in summer, invite friends for a BBQ on patio & covered deck; in fall, admire views of the foliage from the rail trail - just down the street. Located only ½ mile to train, ice cream, shops & restaurants!

Single-familyProperty Type

2011Year Built

1.06 acresLot Size

$422Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Meghan Collins • RE/MAX Distinct Advantage

Bought with Mary Ann Figoni • Centre Realty Group

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•Source:MLS PIN #72935412

Redfin Estimate

$2,362,696

$313K since sold in March 2022$46K since August

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This home's estimate is 9.7% lower than the average sale price ($2.62M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,650,000
A
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SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$3,250,000
B
6 beds6.5 baths5,700 sq ft
61 Pleasant St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,315,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,692 sq ft
8 Sutton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$2,430,000
D
6 beds5.5 baths6,153 sq ft
90 Norfolk St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$2,435,000
E
5 beds5.5 baths5,390 sq ft
17 Sunrise Ter, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$2,615,000
F
4 beds5 baths5,376 sq ft
24 Deerfield Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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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

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$2,750,000
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NEW 20 HRS AGO
$2,850,000
5 beds6 baths5,850 sq ft
55 Rockwood Ln, Needham, MA 02492
$1,500,000
5 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
764 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 178 High Rock St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72935412

Mar 1, 2022

Sold

$2,050,000

$366/sq ft

Jan 25, 2022

Contingent

—

Jan 20, 2022

Listed

$1,799,000

$321/sq ft

MLS PIN #72475926

Jun 28, 2019

Sold

$1,400,000

$250/sq ft

May 20, 2019

Pending

—

May 2, 2019

Price Changed

$1,469,000

$262/sq ft

Apr 3, 2019

Listed

$1,550,000

$277/sq ft

+17

Relocated owner, Prime location and updated condition make this purchase a great value. Colonial style home offers flexible living space with inlaw possibilities. Front foyer greets you with light streaming through to the formal dining room and front sitting room or office. The large expansive kitchen is a great gathering spot with stainless appliances, center island, and breakfast area all open to the fireplace family room that leads to outdoor patio area and level lot. The pantry, powder room, mud area, and covered porch are off of the three car garage. Second floor landing leads to bedrooms all generous sized. Master suite has a large walk in closet and luxurious bath. Recently completed third floor suite has two rooms and full bath. The newly finished lower level is a great option for entertaining with gym, play room, bedroom, wetbar and bath, Gleaming hardwood floors, Hardy Plank Siding. Recently painted. Location is Walk to train, shops and town center. Short term lease purchase

MLS PIN #71420885

Mar 8, 2013

Sold

$1,160,000

$207/sq ft

Feb 4, 2013

Contingent

—

Jan 4, 2013

Price Changed

$1,225,000

$219/sq ft

Sep 27, 2012

Price Changed

$1,275,000

$228/sq ft

Aug 10, 2012

Listed

$1,395,000

$249/sq ft

+14

New Construction on private acre lot abutting conservation.Gas heat.Hardwoods throughout,Large sunlight rooms,Eat in island kitchen,Fireplaced familyroom with sliders to patio area.Generous sized bonus area over garage with deck,Diningroom,Office,Good sized bedrooms,Master Suite,Computer room on second floor.Full basement can be finished for additional living space.Walk up attic with plumbing & electric.Great Value and location-Walk to town and train.3car garage,Top heating system.

Public Records

Mar 1, 2010

Sold

$495,000

$88/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 31, 1991

Sold

$255,000

$46/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$22,120 (+12.7%)

$709,000 + $987,300

$1,696,300

2022

$19,622 (+2.6%)

$534,000 + $933,600

$1,467,600

2021

$19,123 (+7.2%)

$534,000 + $933,600

$1,467,600

2020

$17,836 (+2.3%)

$534,000 + $894,000

$1,428,000

2019

$17,430 (+4.3%)

$534,000 + $872,800

$1,406,800

2018

$16,713 (+8.8%)

$534,000 + $872,800

$1,406,800

2017

$15,360 (+13.2%)

$534,000 + $757,800

$1,291,800

2016

$13,565 (−0.7%)

$534,000 + $641,500

$1,175,500

2014

$13,667 (+2.9%)

$534,000 + $640,100

$1,174,100

2013

$13,279 (+75.3%)

$534,000 + $641,100

$1,175,100

2011

$7,574 (+3.5%)

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

2010

$7,317 (+5.7%)

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

2009

$6,921

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

Tax history for 178 High Rock St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$22,120 (+12.7%)

$709,000 + $987,300

$1,696,300

2022

$19,622 (+2.6%)

$534,000 + $933,600

$1,467,600

2021

$19,123 (+7.2%)

$534,000 + $933,600

$1,467,600

2020

$17,836 (+2.3%)

$534,000 + $894,000

$1,428,000

2019

$17,430 (+4.3%)

$534,000 + $872,800

$1,406,800

2018

$16,713 (+8.8%)

$534,000 + $872,800

$1,406,800

2017

$15,360 (+13.2%)

$534,000 + $757,800

$1,291,800

2016

$13,565 (−0.7%)

$534,000 + $641,500

$1,175,500

2014

$13,667 (+2.9%)

$534,000 + $640,100

$1,174,100

2013

$13,279 (+75.3%)

$534,000 + $641,100

$1,175,100

2011

$7,574 (+3.5%)

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

2010

$7,317 (+5.7%)

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

2009

$6,921

$534,000 + $160,900

$694,900

*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

46,174

Year renovated

2022

Sq. Ft.

5,600

Year built

2011

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145889

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Green, Pool

Last updated by owner on Sep 22, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Wainscoting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 6
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 77
Length: 11
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 60
Length: 10
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 88
Length: 11
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 483
Length: 23
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Basement
Features: Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors, French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Office, Foyer, Bathroom, Study, Game Room, Play Room, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,653
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber, Solar Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.06
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,122
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Chestnut Street to High Rock Street.
UnparsedAddress: 178 High Rock Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,600
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: 2022
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145889
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green, Pool

Home facts updated by owner on Sep 22, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7

Listing Information
Exclusions: Window Treatments In: All Bedrms On 2nd Floor, Dining Rm, & 2nd Floor Family Rm. Pink Light In Hall.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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 96° 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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$2.58M – $3.12M

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Home values near 178 High Rock St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
211 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 7000 Sq. Ft.	$2,961,115
185 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2800 Sq. Ft.	$1,659,230

Address	Redfin Estimate
203 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,478,751
179 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$1,004,164

Address	Redfin Estimate
197 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$893,730
158 High Rock Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2395 Sq. Ft.	$1,396,391

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