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Off Market Jan 2021 for $2.2M

$3,373,848

•

7,870

sq ft

196 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Located in the premier Saddlebrook Estate area, this 14 room Colonial is exquisitely designed. Approached by a circular driveway, it is set on a superbly landscaped one acre lot. Mahogany arched front doors open to a spectacular two story foyer with a winding staircase.This sets the stage for a succession of tastefully appointed rooms including a chef's kitchen with an adjoining family room, a gracious sunken living room, a dining room with French doors to a veranda and a fabulous cherry panelled library complete with a variety of built in features and a gas fireplace. A sunroom with sliding doors and a granite and limestone floor provides the ideal conduit between inside and outside space. The second floor offers five bedrooms and four bathrooms including a stunning marble master bathroom. A lower level includes two oversized recreation rooms and full bathroom.Though designed with grand entertaining space in mind, this home also offers the comfort needed for peaceful family living.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$429Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Leslie Kaplan • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Giuseppe Argentieri • Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

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•Source:MLS PIN #72713340

Redfin Estimate

$3,373,848

$1.1M since sold in January 2021$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 6.7% higher than the average sale price ($3.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$3,725,000
A
6 beds6.5 baths8,182 sq ft
365 Charles River St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$2,200,000
B
4 beds4.5 baths6,251 sq ft
1275 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,450,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths5,967 sq ft
21 Cedar Springs Ln, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$2,850,000
D
4 beds5 baths5,689 sq ft
189 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,650,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths7,023 sq ft
20 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$5,100,000
F
6 beds6.5 baths7,322 sq ft
1 Buckingham Ter, Wellesley, MA 02482

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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

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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
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3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
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Sale history for 196 Bridle Trail Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,814 (−3.3%)

$950,100 + $1,259,600

$2,209,700

2022

$29,807 (+31.5%)

$798,200 + $1,431,200

$2,229,400

2021

$22,667 (+1.5%)

$798,200 + $941,400

$1,739,600

2020

$22,338 (+1.5%)

$798,500 + $990,000

$1,788,500

2019

$21,998 (+4.3%)

$798,500 + $977,000

$1,775,500

2018

$21,093 (−6.9%)

$798,500 + $977,000

$1,775,500

2017

$22,658 (+3.0%)

$840,500 + $1,065,100

$1,905,600

2016

$21,991 (+1.4%)

$840,500 + $1,065,100

$1,905,600

2014

$21,697 (+3.0%)

$840,500 + $1,023,500

$1,864,000

2013

$21,063 (−7.3%)

$840,500 + $1,023,500

$1,864,000

2012

$22,732 (+4.1%)

$840,500 + $1,235,500

$2,076,000

2011

$21,838 (+3.5%)

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

2010

$21,097 (+5.7%)

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

2009

$19,955

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

Tax history for 196 Bridle Trail Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$28,814 (−3.3%)

$950,100 + $1,259,600

$2,209,700

2022

$29,807 (+31.5%)

$798,200 + $1,431,200

$2,229,400

2021

$22,667 (+1.5%)

$798,200 + $941,400

$1,739,600

2020

$22,338 (+1.5%)

$798,500 + $990,000

$1,788,500

2019

$21,998 (+4.3%)

$798,500 + $977,000

$1,775,500

2018

$21,093 (−6.9%)

$798,500 + $977,000

$1,775,500

2017

$22,658 (+3.0%)

$840,500 + $1,065,100

$1,905,600

2016

$21,991 (+1.4%)

$840,500 + $1,065,100

$1,905,600

2014

$21,697 (+3.0%)

$840,500 + $1,023,500

$1,864,000

2013

$21,063 (−7.3%)

$840,500 + $1,023,500

$1,864,000

2012

$22,732 (+4.1%)

$840,500 + $1,235,500

$2,076,000

2011

$21,838 (+3.5%)

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

2010

$21,097 (+5.7%)

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

2009

$19,955

$840,500 + $1,163,000

$2,003,500

*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

1 Acre

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

6,578

Year built

1997

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

146138

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: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 361
Length: 19
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 323
Length: 19
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 361
Length: 19
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 384
Length: 16
Width: 24
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Marble,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity,Steam / Sauna

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 440
Length: 20
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting,Sunken

Family Room Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Sunken

Dining Room Information
Area: 256
Length: 16
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Kitchen Information
Area: 510
Length: 30
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 7X11
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 14
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Ceiling Fan(s), Slider, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar, Library, Sun Room, Exercise Room, Game Room, Play Room, Foyer, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,870
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,338.37
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Central Ave. to Carleton left on Bridle Trail
UnparsedAddress: 196 Bridle Trail Road, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,578
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 146138

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Newman Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

$3.21M – $3.88M

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Home values near 196 Bridle Trail Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
117 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5559 Sq. Ft.	$2,686,211
157 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 6374 Sq. Ft.	$2,994,281

Address	Redfin Estimate
131 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4483 Sq. Ft.	$2,620,306
154 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4328 Sq. Ft.	$2,400,319

Address	Redfin Estimate
145 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5236 Sq. Ft.	$2,937,721
142 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6001 Sq. Ft.	$3,104,044

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