OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2016 for $1M

$1,694,753

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,998/mo

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3,365

sq ft

218 May St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Ideal for those wishing to be in the heart of downtown while enjoying the charm and updates in this Antique Cape Style Home. Gourmet Kitchen leads to a light and airy eating area bursting with sunlight from skylights above while capturing the privacy of an oversized fenced in back yard. First floor has two bedrooms with full bath allowing for possible guest room, office or even a 1st floor master to meet a buyers needs. Dining Room and Living Room preserve the vintage of this home while integrating all of the upgrades of todays easy living. Second floor was completely renovated and includes an oversized bedroom, Master Suite with peaceful reading area, custom closet and direct access to spa style bathroom. Finished basement is a child's dream space with play area, entertainment/movie open space, bathroom and extra room for office or guests. Walkout to the fenced in backyard and enjoy the new stoned patio area, perfect for easy entertaining

Single-familyProperty Type

1926Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$504Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Janet Michienzi • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Ellen Friedman • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

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•Source:MLS PIN #71941747

Redfin Estimate

$1,694,753

$620K since sold in April 2016$24K since August

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This home's estimate is 6% lower than the average sale price ($1.80M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,325,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,400,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,622 sq ft
246 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,965,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths3,593 sq ft
46 Holmes St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,525,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,314 sq ft
711 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$2,450,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,900 sq ft
19 Mayo Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,150,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,506 sq ft
11 Fairlawn St, 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

101.8%

+0.8% 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

$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
1327 South St, Needham, MA 02492
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$2,195,000
5 beds3 baths4,306 sq ft
57 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 218 May St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71941747

Apr 5, 2016

Sold

$1,075,000

$319/sq ft

Feb 1, 2016

Pending

—

Jan 13, 2016

Price Changed

$1,149,000

$341/sq ft

Dec 16, 2015

Listed

$1,199,000

$356/sq ft

MLS PIN #71169306

May 12, 2011

Sold

$775,000

$230/sq ft

Feb 6, 2011

Contingent

—

Dec 8, 2010

Listed

$800,000

$238/sq ft

Located a short walk from town, train and schools, this beautiful 1926 cape exudes charm. Recent updates include a gourmet kitchen, fantastic outdoor living space, new gas boiler and water heater. All improvements were made without sacrificing the vintage character. Architectural details include private second floor reading nook, high ceilings, hardwood floors, custom built shelving and cabinets, columns & an eyebrow arch window on the 2nd floor. Inviting, bright, sunny and a great value

MLS PIN #30479238

Apr 27, 2001

Sold

$615,000

$183/sq ft

Feb 26, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Feb 16, 2001

Listed

$639,000

$190/sq ft

MLS PIN #50302207

Jan 16, 1996

Sold

$320,000

$95/sq ft

Sep 29, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Sep 6, 1995

Listed

$334,900

$100/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 13, 1990

Sold

$270,000

$80/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,253 (+2.3%)

$532,300 + $560,700

$1,093,000

2022

$13,937 (+2.6%)

$502,500 + $539,900

$1,042,400

2021

$13,582 (+1.8%)

$502,500 + $539,900

$1,042,400

2020

$13,336 (+6.1%)

$502,500 + $565,200

$1,067,700

2019

$12,572 (+4.3%)

$457,400 + $557,300

$1,014,700

2018

$12,055 (+6.5%)

$457,400 + $557,300

$1,014,700

2017

$11,315 (+6.9%)

$457,400 + $494,200

$951,600

2016

$10,581 (+18.3%)

$457,400 + $459,500

$916,900

2014

$8,942 (+4.6%)

$416,400 + $351,800

$768,200

2013

$8,552 (+3.2%)

$416,400 + $340,400

$756,800

2012

$8,287 (+4.6%)

$416,400 + $340,400

$756,800

2011

$7,925 (+3.5%)

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

2010

$7,656 (+5.7%)

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

2009

$7,242

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

Tax history for 218 May St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,253 (+2.3%)

$532,300 + $560,700

$1,093,000

2022

$13,937 (+2.6%)

$502,500 + $539,900

$1,042,400

2021

$13,582 (+1.8%)

$502,500 + $539,900

$1,042,400

2020

$13,336 (+6.1%)

$502,500 + $565,200

$1,067,700

2019

$12,572 (+4.3%)

$457,400 + $557,300

$1,014,700

2018

$12,055 (+6.5%)

$457,400 + $557,300

$1,014,700

2017

$11,315 (+6.9%)

$457,400 + $494,200

$951,600

2016

$10,581 (+18.3%)

$457,400 + $459,500

$916,900

2014

$8,942 (+4.6%)

$416,400 + $351,800

$768,200

2013

$8,552 (+3.2%)

$416,400 + $340,400

$756,800

2012

$8,287 (+4.6%)

$416,400 + $340,400

$756,800

2011

$7,925 (+3.5%)

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

2010

$7,656 (+5.7%)

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

2009

$7,242

$416,400 + $310,700

$727,100

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

2013

Sq. Ft.

2,689

Year built

1926

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140074

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Remodeled

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Wainscoting

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cable Hookup,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet, Cable Hookup, Bonus Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,365
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,035,180
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Highland Avenue to May Street or GPS
UnparsedAddress: 218 May Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,689
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140074

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Upstairs Bedroom Chandelier, Tv's, Mirror-Front Entry
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° 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, 3 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

$1.61M – $1.95M

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Home values near 218 May St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
210 May St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2714 Sq. Ft.	$1,564,224
241 May St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$1,086,536

Address	Redfin Estimate
226 May St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2370 Sq. Ft.	$1,360,272
193 Garden St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3744 Sq. Ft.	$2,175,625

Address	Redfin Estimate
232 May St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2078 Sq. Ft.	$1,450,499
229 Garden St, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$864,501

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