OFF MARKET

Off Market Jan 2025 for $2M

$2,161,042

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3,979

sq ft

31 Lester St, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

This beautiful & spacious new construction home is perfect for a family or anyone who enjoys modern, detailed design & plenty of room to grow. This home has 5 bedrooms & 4 1/2 baths. On the main level you have a custom chef’s kitchen w/ an island, eating area, and an open layout into the family room, which has a fireplace & large slider leading to a private patio & yard, dining room, powder room & mudroom w/ custom built-ins & direct entry to the two-car garage. The second level has a primary suite w/ a double vanity, large shower & walk-in closet, 3 additional bedrooms, 2 full baths & laundry room. The finished third level has versatile space, ideal for a playroom or office. The finished lower level has a large family/game room, a bedroom and full bath. Outside you will find a private patio and fenced-in backyard for relaxing or entertaining. Thoughtful layout, high-end finishes & versatile spaces make this home the perfect balance between elegance & practicality.

Single-familyProperty Type

2024Year Built

6,970 sq ftLot Size

$543Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Varano Realty Group • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Lili Banani • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73314027

Redfin Estimate

$2,161,042

$161K since sold in January 2025$18K since August

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This home's estimate is 3.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.09M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,600,000
A
5 beds6 baths5,130 sq ft
12 Hill St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,685,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,455 sq ft
10 Rosegate Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$2,250,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,737 sq ft
34 Pond, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,855,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths3,548 sq ft
10 Pennsylvania Ave #10, Newton, MA 02464
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$1,765,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,954 sq ft
28 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,359,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths4,285 sq ft
96 Richdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.9%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$95K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 1 HR AGO
$1,350,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,538 sq ft
65 Crescent Rd, Needham, MA 02494
NEW 7 HRS AGO
$1,350,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,538 sq ft
65 Crescent Rd #65, Needham, MA 02494
$795,000
3 beds2 baths1,912 sq ft
4 River Park St, Needham, MA 02494
$2,700,000
8 beds6 baths5,211 sq ft
178/180 West St, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale history for 31 Lester St

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Single Family Residential

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Last updated by owner on Nov 19, 2024.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# 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,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Slider

Family Room Information
Level: Basement

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Mud Room, Bathroom, Play Room, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,979
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
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UnparsedAddress: 31 Lester Street, Needham MA 02494

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

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Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: —

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 19, 2024

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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 • 02494

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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

$2.05M – $2.49M

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Home values near 31 Lester St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Lester Street, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$991,372
4 Lester Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1716 Sq. Ft.	$1,211,517

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Lester Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3066 Sq. Ft.	$1,302,088
246 Hunnewell Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2168 Sq. Ft.	$2,258,976

Address	Redfin Estimate
12 Lester Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2463 Sq. Ft.	$1,513,477
238 Hunnewell Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2288 Sq. Ft.	$1,251,784

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