BOUGHT WITH REDFIN DEC 22, 2014

Off market dec 2014 for $705K

$1,185,673

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,320/mo

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2,196

sq ft

357 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

This beautiful New England cape home has been expanded and updated with loving care and architectural flair. Right away you will notice the wonderfully private view out the kitchen and family room windows. The kitchen was updated with a Wolf gas stove, designed with many features for the gourmet cook and easy entertaining. The cedar deck looks out on beautiful gardens, wall gardens, and a very large yard all watered by an irrigation system. The property has direct access to the back of the Eliot Elementary School with its two playgrounds, baseball diamond, and basketball court. There is a tool/gardening shed out back. Most of the rooms have cable TV outlets and wired computer outlets for the fastest possible internet service. The upstairs bath has a skylight to let in abundant natural light. The high efficiency gas heating system is great for dealing with the coldest months. Au Pair potential with separate entrance. Outstanding school system from Eliot on through the high school.

Single-familyProperty Type

1943Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bill Paulson • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Nancy Schiff • Redfin Corp.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71747840

Redfin Estimate

$1,185,673

$481K since sold in December 2014$12K since September

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This home's estimate is 22.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.52M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,130,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,250,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,478 sq ft
34 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$1,049,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,607 sq ft
53 Yale Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,555,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,925 sq ft
11 Harvard Cir, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,625,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,996 sq ft
42 Jackson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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

100.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

COMING SOON
$1,800,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,029 sq ft
520 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
$469,000
2 beds1 bath740 sq ft
210 Hillside Ave #32, Needham, MA 02494
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$525,000
2 beds2 baths936 sq ft
100 Rosemary Way #214, Needham, MA 02494
$2,100,000
5 beds3.5 baths3,850 sq ft
38 Hunnewell St, Needham, MA 02494
$1,399,000
4 beds3 baths3,150 sq ft
139 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494
$649,500
2 beds1.5 baths1,926 sq ft
15 Eliot Rd #15, Needham, MA 02492
$935,000
3 beds2 baths2,032 sq ft
354 Hunnewell St, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale history for 357 Central Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,542 (+5.6%)

$483,900 + $324,500

$808,400

2022

$9,987 (+2.6%)

$432,400 + $314,600

$747,000

2021

$9,733 (+3.8%)

$432,400 + $314,600

$747,000

2020

$9,381 (+7.0%)

$432,400 + $318,700

$751,100

2019

$8,771 (+4.3%)

$393,400 + $314,500

$707,900

2018

$8,410 (+6.0%)

$393,400 + $314,500

$707,900

2017

$7,931 (+19.6%)

$393,400 + $273,600

$667,000

2016

$6,631 (+8.1%)

$334,900 + $239,700

$574,600

2014

$6,134 (+3.0%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2013

$5,955 (+3.2%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2012

$5,771 (+4.6%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2011

$5,519 (+3.5%)

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

2010

$5,331 (+5.7%)

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

2009

$5,043

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

Tax history for 357 Central Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,542 (+5.6%)

$483,900 + $324,500

$808,400

2022

$9,987 (+2.6%)

$432,400 + $314,600

$747,000

2021

$9,733 (+3.8%)

$432,400 + $314,600

$747,000

2020

$9,381 (+7.0%)

$432,400 + $318,700

$751,100

2019

$8,771 (+4.3%)

$393,400 + $314,500

$707,900

2018

$8,410 (+6.0%)

$393,400 + $314,500

$707,900

2017

$7,931 (+19.6%)

$393,400 + $273,600

$667,000

2016

$6,631 (+8.1%)

$334,900 + $239,700

$574,600

2014

$6,134 (+3.0%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2013

$5,955 (+3.2%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2012

$5,771 (+4.6%)

$328,400 + $198,600

$527,000

2011

$5,519 (+3.5%)

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

2010

$5,331 (+5.7%)

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

2009

$5,043

$328,400 + $177,900

$506,300

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,196

Year built

1943

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

142329

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,196
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,134.28
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: On Central Ave near intersection with Cedar St / Webster St.
UnparsedAddress: 357 Central Ave, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,196
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1943
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 142329

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 2.1mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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

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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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

$1.13M – $1.36M

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Home values near 357 Central Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
323 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$926,217
339 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2395 Sq. Ft.	$983,113

Address	Redfin Estimate
329 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 800 Sq. Ft.	$791,409
345 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5515 Sq. Ft.	$2,686,066

Address	Redfin Estimate
335 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2675 Sq. Ft.	$1,190,010
351 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$768,226

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