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Off Market Jun 2016 for $759K

$1,263,337

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,888/mo

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1,448

sq ft

20 Appleton Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Live at the top of Bird's Hill! Often admired "storybook" cottage filled with charm and modern amenities. Enter through the new mudroom with built in cubbies to the new kitchen with granite countertops , GE stainless appliances, induction range, Advantium combination microwave oven and a huge farmhouse style sink. Fireplaced living room with built ins and oversized dining room have lots of large windows ( all new in 2008) to let in the natural light. There is tons of privacy in the side yard and from every view. Upstairs there are 3 large bedrooms and ample closet space for a house this age. During their ownership, the current family has done many updates including kitchen, side entrance and powder room, roof, windows, shed, new hardwood floors, new chimney liner and rainhood. Great location convenient to Hersey Train Station and Broadmeadow Elementary School. Professionally landscaped with beautiful perennial gardens.

Single-familyProperty Type

1932Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$872Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Daryl Cohan • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Daryl Cohan • Keller Williams Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71986650

Redfin Estimate

$1,263,337

$504K since sold in June 2016$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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$1,190,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,100,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,400,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,768 sq ft
11 Mayo Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,075,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,886 sq ft
64 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$1,079,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,670 sq ft
1034 Webster St, 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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Sale history for 20 Appleton Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71986650

Jun 24, 2016

Sold

$759,200

$524/sq ft

Apr 19, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 12, 2016

Listed

$750,000

$518/sq ft

MLS PIN #70366509

Jun 23, 2006

Sold

$640,000

$442/sq ft

Apr 20, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Apr 12, 2006

Listed

$639,000

$441/sq ft

Much admired ivy covered English Cape. Set on picturesque landscaped grounds in lovely Birds Hill neighborhood. Truly a storybook home with an exceptionally nice flow. Bright & sunny and loaded with charm, formal LR with beamed ceiling & fireplace. Gorgeous lit sunroom addition off kitchen. This home exudes warmth and character and has incredible curb appeal. A must see. Move in mint condition and walk to train and Broadmeadow School.

MLS PIN #50392906

Apr 13, 1998

Sold

$356,000

$246/sq ft

Mar 2, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Feb 28, 1998

Listed

$355,000

$245/sq ft

MLS PIN #50361863

Mar 21, 1997

Sold

$290,000

$200/sq ft

Feb 10, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Jan 28, 1997

Listed

$299,000

$206/sq ft

MLS PIN #50306398

Jan 23, 1996

Sold

$269,000

$186/sq ft

Oct 30, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Oct 25, 1995

Listed

$279,000

$193/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 31, 1992

Sold

$212,000

$146/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,345 (+3.5%)

$570,000 + $300,000

$870,000

2022

$10,957 (+2.6%)

$527,700 + $291,800

$819,500

2021

$10,678 (+6.0%)

$527,700 + $291,800

$819,500

2020

$10,077 (+8.5%)

$528,100 + $278,700

$806,800

2019

$9,285 (+4.3%)

$480,000 + $269,400

$749,400

2018

$8,903 (+0.6%)

$480,000 + $269,400

$749,400

2017

$8,853 (+3.0%)

$480,000 + $264,600

$744,600

2016

$8,593 (+8.7%)

$480,000 + $264,600

$744,600

2014

$7,905 (+9.0%)

$417,400 + $261,700

$679,100

2013

$7,255 (+3.2%)

$417,400 + $224,600

$642,000

2012

$7,030 (+4.3%)

$417,400 + $224,600

$642,000

2011

$6,741 (+3.5%)

$417,400 + $201,000

$618,400

2010

$6,512 (+10.4%)

$417,400 + $201,000

$618,400

2009

$5,896

$417,400 + $174,600

$592,000

Tax history for 20 Appleton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,345 (+3.5%)

$570,000 + $300,000

$870,000

2022

$10,957 (+2.6%)

$527,700 + $291,800

$819,500

2021

$10,678 (+6.0%)

$527,700 + $291,800

$819,500

2020

$10,077 (+8.5%)

$528,100 + $278,700

$806,800

2019

$9,285 (+4.3%)

$480,000 + $269,400

$749,400

2018

$8,903 (+0.6%)

$480,000 + $269,400

$749,400

2017

$8,853 (+3.0%)

$480,000 + $264,600

$744,600

2016

$8,593 (+8.7%)

$480,000 + $264,600

$744,600

2014

$7,905 (+9.0%)

$417,400 + $261,700

$679,100

2013

$7,255 (+3.2%)

$417,400 + $224,600

$642,000

2012

$7,030 (+4.3%)

$417,400 + $224,600

$642,000

2011

$6,741 (+3.5%)

$417,400 + $201,000

$618,400

2010

$6,512 (+10.4%)

$417,400 + $201,000

$618,400

2009

$5,896

$417,400 + $174,600

$592,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

1,708

Year built

1932

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137817

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: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Partial

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,448
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,407
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Thornton to Appleton OR Birds' Hill Ave to Hillcrest, L on Wendling, L on Appleton
UnparsedAddress: 20 Appleton Rd, 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, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,708
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137817

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Tv And Sonos Equipment
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

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 • 1.0mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% 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

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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Estimated sale price

$1.20M – $1.45M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1383 Sq. Ft.	$1,102,268
44 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2560 Sq. Ft.	$1,595,923

Address	Redfin Estimate
28 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2070 Sq. Ft.	$1,486,996
43 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3014 Sq. Ft.	$1,721,735

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3531 Sq. Ft.	$2,077,981
37 Appleton Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2946 Sq. Ft.	$1,854,278

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