OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2013 for $1.2M

$2,003,471

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,536/mo

•

4,000

sq ft

3 Sunset Rd, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

Beautiful Turn-Key Colonial in cul-de-sac neighborhood! Sunny large 18,000 sq. ft. lot, enough room for a pool. Impressive open floor plan great for entertaining, large kitchen with Sub-Zero Refrigerator and family room. Well appointed Formal Living & Dining room, private office with custom built-ins. Second floor has magnificent master suite and four additional bedrooms. Amazing basement with large playroom/Den/Au-paire suite.

Single-familyProperty Type

1997Year Built

0.42 acresLot Size

$501Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynda Hughes • RE/MAX Home Team

Bought with Lynda Hughes • RE/MAX Home Team

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•Source:MLS PIN #71502502

Redfin Estimate

$2,003,471

$793K since sold in August 2013$9,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 6.1% lower than the average sale price ($2.13M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$1,850,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,044 sq ft
876 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$2,015,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,988 sq ft
180 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$2,325,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths4,281 sq ft
70 Briarwood Cir, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,230,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,512 sq ft
279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$2,270,000
E
5 beds4 baths4,507 sq ft
319 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$2,115,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,334 sq ft
170 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

13 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,799,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,186 sq ft
4 Crescent Rd #1, Needham Heights, MA 02494
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$899,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,920 sq ft
45 West St #45, Needham, MA 02494
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 2:30PM
$469,000
2 beds1 bath740 sq ft
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Sale history for 3 Sunset Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71502502

Aug 29, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Aug 29, 2013

Sold

$1,210,000

$303/sq ft

May 15, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 30, 2013

Price Changed

$1,249,000

$312/sq ft

Apr 3, 2013

Listed

$1,269,000

$317/sq ft

MLS PIN #70539707

Jul 2, 2007

Sold

$1,130,000

$283/sq ft

Jun 19, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jun 19, 2007

Listed

$1,189,000

$297/sq ft

Gorgeous Colonial on cul de sac-very private setting!! Many recent updates enhance this superbly crafted home. Filled with sunlight, the large kitchen/ breakfastroom/ opens to a cathedral ceiling fireplaced family room. First floor study, beautiful livingroom, diningroom. Huge Master bedroom & 3 additional bedrooms. Plus a bonus room on the 2nd level.Large private fenced yard. 2 car garage. Truly a great House!!!

MLS PIN #30685125

Apr 18, 2003

Sold

$945,000

$236/sq ft

Mar 24, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Jan 30, 2003

Listed

$989,000

$247/sq ft

MLS PIN #50389730

May 15, 1998

Sold

$631,288

$158/sq ft

Mar 17, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Dec 29, 1997

Listed

$625,000

$156/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 21, 1991

Sold

$392,000

$98/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,361 (+4.9%)

$505,500 + $749,200

$1,254,700

2022

$15,591 (+2.6%)

$456,800 + $709,300

$1,166,100

2021

$15,194 (+1.4%)

$456,800 + $709,300

$1,166,100

2020

$14,981 (+5.0%)

$456,800 + $742,600

$1,199,400

2019

$14,263 (+4.3%)

$416,600 + $734,600

$1,151,200

2018

$13,676 (+9.0%)

$416,600 + $734,600

$1,151,200

2017

$12,545 (+3.0%)

$416,600 + $638,500

$1,055,100

2016

$12,176 (+4.7%)

$416,600 + $638,500

$1,055,100

2014

$11,627 (+8.8%)

$380,000 + $618,900

$998,900

2013

$10,689 (+3.2%)

$380,000 + $565,900

$945,900

2012

$10,358 (+6.0%)

$380,000 + $565,900

$945,900

2011

$9,773 (+3.5%)

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

2010

$9,441 (+5.7%)

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

2009

$8,930

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

Tax history for 3 Sunset Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,361 (+4.9%)

$505,500 + $749,200

$1,254,700

2022

$15,591 (+2.6%)

$456,800 + $709,300

$1,166,100

2021

$15,194 (+1.4%)

$456,800 + $709,300

$1,166,100

2020

$14,981 (+5.0%)

$456,800 + $742,600

$1,199,400

2019

$14,263 (+4.3%)

$416,600 + $734,600

$1,151,200

2018

$13,676 (+9.0%)

$416,600 + $734,600

$1,151,200

2017

$12,545 (+3.0%)

$416,600 + $638,500

$1,055,100

2016

$12,176 (+4.7%)

$416,600 + $638,500

$1,055,100

2014

$11,627 (+8.8%)

$380,000 + $618,900

$998,900

2013

$10,689 (+3.2%)

$380,000 + $565,900

$945,900

2012

$10,358 (+6.0%)

$380,000 + $565,900

$945,900

2011

$9,773 (+3.5%)

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

2010

$9,441 (+5.7%)

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

2009

$8,930

$380,000 + $516,600

$896,600

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.42 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

3,476

Year built

1997

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143337

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Apr 29, 2024 • Active

Building permit - residential (single, 2-family or townhouses) projects

Roofing

Aug 28, 2023 • Final

Electrical permit - residential & commercial projects

Electrical

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

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, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Open Floorplan,Slider

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Bedroom, Bathroom, Home Office, Den, Bonus Room, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,000
Foundation Area: 99,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, ET Irrigation Controller

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Green Water Conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Easements, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,358
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Central Avenue
UnparsedAddress: 3 Sunset Rd, Needham MA 02494

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,476
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143337

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Fabric Draperies, Washer & Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

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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Historical weather

Needham, MA • 02494

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Sun exposure

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

$1.90M – $2.30M

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Home values near 3 Sunset Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2720 Sq. Ft.	$1,610,511
10 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3076 Sq. Ft.	$1,694,265

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1350 Sq. Ft.	$968,727
2 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$1,181,161

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3108 Sq. Ft.	$1,656,226
20 Sunset Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2431 Sq. Ft.	$1,401,136

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