OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2020 for $1.4M

$2,071,528

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,555/mo

•

3,707

sq ft

21 Colby St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED> Totally renovated in 2013, this young 4 bedroom colonial is a fabulous home for an active lifestyle. Set on a quiet side street in Mitchell School district, the southern exposure highlights the gleaming hardwoods, soft color palette and wonderful space. This immaculate home has an oversized master suite and two generous sized bedrooms on the 2nd floor. First floor bedroom w/bath serves guests, nanny or additional family member. A large study on the first floor offers flexible living space for work or a second family room. Ample closet space throughout house on all levels. Spacious rec room on lower level with built ins and half bath. The large two car garage features additional storage space and access into the mudroom. A flat, fenced back yard with patio, storage shed and swing set is the hub for outdoor activity. Beautiful landscaping and soft lighting on the brick walkway welcome you to the front farmer's porch. Walk to commuter rail.

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$559Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Paula Callanan • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with The Shulkin Wilk Group • Compass

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72624932

Redfin Estimate

$2,071,528

$672K since sold in June 2020$17K since August

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This home's estimate is 9.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.89M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,725,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
14 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,200,000
B
5 beds3 baths3,833 sq ft
101 Bird St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,662,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,771 sq ft
68 Brookline St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,758,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,868 sq ft
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 16, 2026
$1,715,000
E
4 beds4 baths3,635 sq ft
535 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$2,295,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,343 sq ft
36 Upland Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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$6,187/mo

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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

$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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Master bedroom suite is quite nice. Huge walk-in closet is conveniently divided into two sections,
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 21 Colby St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,281 (+4.9%)

$590,700 + $887,900

$1,478,600

2022

$18,372 (+17.4%)

$522,900 + $851,200

$1,374,100

2021

$15,654 (+21.7%)

$522,900 + $678,500

$1,201,400

2020

$12,861 (+6.9%)

$522,900 + $506,800

$1,029,700

2019

$12,028 (+4.3%)

$475,500 + $495,300

$970,800

2018

$11,533 (+5.9%)

$475,500 + $495,300

$970,800

2017

$10,886 (+3.0%)

$475,500 + $440,100

$915,600

2016

$10,566 (+62.3%)

$475,500 + $440,100

$915,600

2014

$6,509 (+3.0%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2013

$6,319 (+3.2%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2012

$6,123 (+3.0%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2011

$5,942 (+6.3%)

$396,500 + $148,600

$545,100

2010

$5,590 (+5.7%)

$396,500 + $134,400

$530,900

2009

$5,288

$396,500 + $134,400

$530,900

Tax history for 21 Colby St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,281 (+4.9%)

$590,700 + $887,900

$1,478,600

2022

$18,372 (+17.4%)

$522,900 + $851,200

$1,374,100

2021

$15,654 (+21.7%)

$522,900 + $678,500

$1,201,400

2020

$12,861 (+6.9%)

$522,900 + $506,800

$1,029,700

2019

$12,028 (+4.3%)

$475,500 + $495,300

$970,800

2018

$11,533 (+5.9%)

$475,500 + $495,300

$970,800

2017

$10,886 (+3.0%)

$475,500 + $440,100

$915,600

2016

$10,566 (+62.3%)

$475,500 + $440,100

$915,600

2014

$6,509 (+3.0%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2013

$6,319 (+3.2%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2012

$6,123 (+3.0%)

$396,500 + $162,700

$559,200

2011

$5,942 (+6.3%)

$396,500 + $148,600

$545,100

2010

$5,590 (+5.7%)

$396,500 + $134,400

$530,900

2009

$5,288

$396,500 + $134,400

$530,900

*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

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

2010

Sq. Ft.

3,062

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

138342

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, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

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

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

Family Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 264
Length: 12
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Half, Study, Play Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,707
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,028
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Hillcrest or Woodledge to Colby
UnparsedAddress: 21 Colby Street, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,062
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 138342

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Drapes In Master Bedroom, Dining Room And Back 2nd Fl Bedroom
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

William Mitchell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

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

$1.97M – $2.38M

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Home values near 21 Colby St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Colby St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1556 Sq. Ft.	$1,158,400
11 Colby St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5165 Sq. Ft.	$2,811,207

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Colby St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2270 Sq. Ft.	$1,506,374
5 Colby St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5500 Sq. Ft.	$2,839,570

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Colby St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 5538 Sq. Ft.	$3,029,930
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