OFFER ACCEPTED! NO OPEN HOUSE. Welcome to this lovely home with bright living room w/fireplace and French doors opening into the formal dining room, both with hardwood. The dining room also flows into the screened in porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails. A beautiful, newly updated kitchen with granite, white cabinets, SS appliances and an island all make cooking a pleasure. Just beyond is the open breakfast room, also with hardwood floors. And finally, you arrive at the generous family room with space for all to watch the game and play. Upstairs you will find a gracious master suite with high ceilings, a newly created walk in closet with barn door, and an updated master bath with double vanity & beautiful tiled shower. Three additional bedrooms and another full bath complete this floor. The lower level features two additional rooms with space for exercise equipment, laundry and storage. Outside, the large fenced yard has irrigation and is professionally landscaped.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Migdol Moore Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
This enchanting Birds Hill home conceals serious space behind its adorable facade! Lush gardens welcome you into a rambling main level that has great flow for daily living and entertaining. The living room features a fireplace, columns, and French doors opening into the formal dining room. From there, you can continue to the sun room and out to the deck and lovely backyard. The dining room also flows into the spacious kitchen and breakfast room which each open into the large sun-filled family room. Up the sky-lit staircase you will find a master suite with high ceilings, double closets, and a master bath with double vanity and jetted tub. Three more well-appointed bedrooms and another full bath complete the second floor. The lower level boasts two additional finished rooms that could be used for work or play. Complete with central air conditioning and an attached garage, this bright and airy home is ready for you!
MLS PIN #71241731
Aug 29, 2011
Sold
$690,000
$235/sq ft
Jul 7, 2011
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2011
Price Changed
$699,000
$238/sq ft
Jun 12, 2011
Price Changed
$719,000
$245/sq ft
Jun 2, 2011
Listed
$749,000
$255/sq ft
This home was completely redone in '95, from studs up. Light filled rooms,hardwoods thru-out 1st floor. Front to back family room. Kitchen flows into breakfast room. Enclosed Sun-room done in 2007, Four spacious bedrooms, Master suite with bath. Back staircase to laundry room/garage. Finished playroom and office in lower level. Move to one of Needham's finest neighborhoods. Organic landscaping, central air, private yard are just some of the enticing amenities of this contemporary home.
Public Records
Jun 25, 2001
Sold
$578,400
$197/sq ft
MLS PIN #50309938
Mar 1, 1996
Sold
$358,000
$122/sq ft
Jan 29, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Nov 30, 1995
Listed
$369,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 1995
Sold
$181,850
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,925 (+6.4%)
$534,000 + $380,500
$914,500
2022
$11,211 (+2.6%)
$473,000 + $365,500
$838,500
2021
$10,926 (+1.8%)
$473,000 + $365,500
$838,500
2020
$10,733 (+6.7%)
$473,000 + $386,300
$859,300
2019
$10,058 (+4.3%)
$430,400 + $381,400
$811,800
2018
$9,644 (+6.2%)
$430,400 + $381,400
$811,800
2017
$9,077 (+2.6%)
$430,400 + $333,000
$763,400
2016
$8,851 (+10.5%)
$430,400 + $336,600
$767,000
2014
$8,007 (−2.6%)
$359,300 + $328,600
$687,900
2013
$8,220 (+3.2%)
$398,800 + $328,600
$727,400
2012
$7,965 (+6.6%)
$398,800 + $328,600
$727,400
2011
$7,475 (+3.5%)
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
2010
$7,221 (+5.7%)
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
2009
$6,831
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
Tax history for 26 Highgate
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,925 (+6.4%)
$534,000 + $380,500
$914,500
2022
$11,211 (+2.6%)
$473,000 + $365,500
$838,500
2021
$10,926 (+1.8%)
$473,000 + $365,500
$838,500
2020
$10,733 (+6.7%)
$473,000 + $386,300
$859,300
2019
$10,058 (+4.3%)
$430,400 + $381,400
$811,800
2018
$9,644 (+6.2%)
$430,400 + $381,400
$811,800
2017
$9,077 (+2.6%)
$430,400 + $333,000
$763,400
2016
$8,851 (+10.5%)
$430,400 + $336,600
$767,000
2014
$8,007 (−2.6%)
$359,300 + $328,600
$687,900
2013
$8,220 (+3.2%)
$398,800 + $328,600
$727,400
2012
$7,965 (+6.6%)
$398,800 + $328,600
$727,400
2011
$7,475 (+3.5%)
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
2010
$7,221 (+5.7%)
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
2009
$6,831
$398,800 + $287,000
$685,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
2,389
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
137714
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
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Gas fitting permit - residential & commercial projects
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Jul 15, 2024 • Final
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Remodel
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 336
Length: 14
Width: 24
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 25
Length: 5
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 104
Length: 13
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,210.70
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Greendale Ave to Highgate St
UnparsedAddress: 26 Highgate, Needham MA 02492
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,389
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137714
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Broadmeadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Pollard Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.47M – $1.78M
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