BOUGHT WITH REDFIN SEP 29, 2015

Off Market Sep 2015 for $780K

$1,330,276

•

2,370

sq ft

226 May St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

BEST BUY IN TOWN!!! Charming 1925 English Colonial set on a knoll overlooking spectacular gardens and private conservation land. Sunny, bright and gracious with lovely details throughout. Beautiful bay windows in the fireplaced living room and dining room with wainscoting and high ceilings. Kitchen has been updated with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a delightful breakfast nook. Family Room has an exposed brick wall, a cathedral ceiling and a wall of glass overlooking the very private yard. Screened in Sun Room, and patio beckon you to the outdoors. Bedrooms are sunny and bright with gorgeous hardwood floors. Move in Condition. Perfect location for commuting, walking to downtown shops and Needham's fabulous restaurants. This truly is a one of a kind home! A pleasure to show.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

0.41 acresLot Size

$561Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Maureen Steverman • RE/MAX Home Team

Bought with Nancy Schiff • Redfin Corp.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71853826

Redfin Estimate

$1,330,276

$550K since sold in September 2015$27K since August

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This home's estimate is 8.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.45M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,603,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths2,257 sq ft
44 Hemlock St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,400,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,622 sq ft
246 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,525,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,314 sq ft
711 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 20, 2026
$1,675,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,490 sq ft
1058 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,320,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,668 sq ft
91 Henderson St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,165,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,065 sq ft
50 Gayland 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

100.6%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

New listings for sale

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OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 1:30PM
$2,699,000
5 beds5.5 baths4,766 sq ft
12 Upland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
NEW 28 HRS AGO
$6,498,000
6 beds8 baths9,883 sq ft
370 Grove St, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$775,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,434 sq ft
78 Pleasant St #78, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$2,499,000
7 beds5.5 baths5,792 sq ft
32 Parkvale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$1,650,000
5 beds2.5 baths2,653 sq ft
763 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
$4,995,000
6 beds8 baths8,710 sq ft
99 Country Way, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$1,875,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,342 sq ft
14 Powder House Cir, Needham, MA 02492
$3,495,000
5 beds6.5 baths5,586 sq ft
1125 South St, Needham, MA 02492
$2,689,999
6 beds5.5 baths5,469 sq ft
564 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
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Wonderful home with nice private back yard however there is no driveway. The house is located up a hill so there is a flight of stairs to get up from the road.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Megan McShane
Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 226 May St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71853826

Sep 29, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Sep 29, 2015

Sold

$780,000

$329/sq ft

Aug 11, 2015

Pending

—

Aug 6, 2015

Price Changed

$775,000

$327/sq ft

Jun 9, 2015

Listed

$799,000

$337/sq ft

MLS PIN #71506518

Jun 26, 2013

Sold

$761,000

$321/sq ft

May 5, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 30, 2013

Relisted

—

Apr 21, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 10, 2013

Listed

$749,000

$316/sq ft

+23

Pristine 1925 English Style colonial set on a knoll overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds and abutting conservation land. Sunny & gracious with original gumwood throughout, including a library nook on the stair landing. Large LR with Fireplace, gracious DR with china Cabinet; FamilyRoom/SunRoom has a wall of glass overlooking the rear grounds. Kitchen has granite countertops, & Built in original bench & table. Move-in Cond. Just around corner from Train & Needham Center!

Public Records

May 1, 1983

Sold

$180,000

$76/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,793 (+2.6%)

$538,900 + $365,500

$904,400

2022

$11,493 (+2.6%)

$509,100 + $350,500

$859,600

2021

$11,201 (+2.9%)

$509,100 + $350,500

$859,600

2020

$10,888 (+7.4%)

$509,100 + $362,600

$871,700

2019

$10,141 (+4.3%)

$464,000 + $354,500

$818,500

2018

$9,724 (+5.6%)

$464,000 + $354,500

$818,500

2017

$9,204 (+3.0%)

$464,000 + $310,100

$774,100

2016

$8,933 (+5.9%)

$464,000 + $310,100

$774,100

2014

$8,436 (+11.2%)

$423,000 + $301,700

$724,700

2013

$7,583 (+3.2%)

$423,000 + $248,100

$671,100

2012

$7,349 (+2.9%)

$423,000 + $248,100

$671,100

2011

$7,141 (+3.5%)

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

2010

$6,898 (+5.7%)

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

2009

$6,525

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

Tax history for 226 May St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,793 (+2.6%)

$538,900 + $365,500

$904,400

2022

$11,493 (+2.6%)

$509,100 + $350,500

$859,600

2021

$11,201 (+2.9%)

$509,100 + $350,500

$859,600

2020

$10,888 (+7.4%)

$509,100 + $362,600

$871,700

2019

$10,141 (+4.3%)

$464,000 + $354,500

$818,500

2018

$9,724 (+5.6%)

$464,000 + $354,500

$818,500

2017

$9,204 (+3.0%)

$464,000 + $310,100

$774,100

2016

$8,933 (+5.9%)

$464,000 + $310,100

$774,100

2014

$8,436 (+11.2%)

$423,000 + $301,700

$724,700

2013

$7,583 (+3.2%)

$423,000 + $248,100

$671,100

2012

$7,349 (+2.9%)

$423,000 + $248,100

$671,100

2011

$7,141 (+3.5%)

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

2010

$6,898 (+5.7%)

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

2009

$6,525

$423,000 + $232,100

$655,100

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.41 Acres

Year renovated

1997

Sq. Ft.

2,370

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140075

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 260
Length: 20
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 25
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors

Family Room Information
Area: 650
Length: 25
Width: 26
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,High Speed Internet Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 220
Length: 20
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,370
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,738
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between Highland Avenue and Nehoiden Street
UnparsedAddress: 226 May St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,370
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140075

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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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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Needham is one of the most coveted, blue-chip suburbs in the Greater Boston area. Striking a perfect balance between an affluent, sophisticated suburban lifestyle and rapid urban accessibility, it sits directly inside the Route 128/I-95 beltway. It...
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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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Home values near 226 May St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
210 May St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2714 Sq. Ft.	$1,569,138
241 May St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$1,057,075

Address	Redfin Estimate
218 May St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3365 Sq. Ft.	$1,688,719
193 Garden St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3744 Sq. Ft.	$2,103,225

Address	Redfin Estimate
232 May St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2078 Sq. Ft.	$1,453,991
229 Garden St, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$864,990

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