OFFER ACCEPTED - OPEN HOUSES CANCELED. A beautifully updated Colonial in the heart of Needham Heights, offering nearly 3,500 square feet of versatile living space across four levels. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system (2024), new boiler (2025), fully renovated primary bathroom, refreshed guest bath and powder room, re-stained hardwood floors, new lighting throughout, and a new back patio with stairs - creating a true move-in-ready home.The sun-filled main level features hardwood floors, gracious living and family rooms with a fireplace, and an open eat-in kitchen with pantry and seating area, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a private renovated bath and walk-in closet, along with two additional bedrooms and a second full bath. The third floor adds a fourth bedroom plus flexible bonus space, while the finished lower level offers an excellent additional living area perfect for a playroom, gym, media room, or home office, plus extra storage space.Outside, a fenced yard and private patio create a welcoming space for dining and relaxing. Additional highlights include central air, natural gas, 200-amp service, and insulated windows and doors. Set in one of Needham’s most desirable neighborhoods, the home is within walking distance of Needham Heights shops and restaurants, the commuter rail, parks, and the acclaimed Needham schools, with convenient access to major highways. A rare combination of neighborhood charm, modern updates, and everyday convenience.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$476Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Morgan Guthrie• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Median sale price in this area is $780,137. (53% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Insulated doors and insulated windows
Internet available (broadband)
Finished full basement
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on second floor with walk-in closet, 3/4 bath, and hardwood floors
Second bedroom on second floor with closet and hardwood floors
Third bedroom on second floor with closet and hardwood floors
Fourth bedroom on third floor with closet and hardwood floors
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bath
First-floor half bath with hardwood flooring
Second-floor bathroom with tiled shower stall and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Second-floor bathroom with tiled tub and shower and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Master bathroom present
Kitchen
Dining area and pantry
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Hardwood flooring
Laundry & utility
Laundry located on the second floor
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood throughout main living areas
Stone/ceramic tile in tiled bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling
Forced air and electric baseboard heating
Exterior features
Fenced yard with storage
Patio
Rain gutters
Paved road frontage (public)
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished living area plus finished lower level
Parking
Open paved/off-street parking for 4 cars
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electrical service with circuit breakers
Gas hook-up for range/oven
HOA & community
Community offers nearby public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, bike path, highway access, house of worship, private and public schools, T-Station, and sidewalks
Electricity and solar
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Roomy, spacious 4 bedroom center entrance Colonial built in 2005. Conveniently located in Needham Heights, the location is a commuter’s dream – steps to Needham Heights train station, and convenient to 95, route 9, and Mass Pike. Less than a mile from desirable Mitchell Elementary School. Granite and stainless steel kitchen, brand new finished hardwood floors throughout and freshly Benjamin Moore painted rooms. Finished 3rd floor provides great extra space and an extra bedroom, and partially finished basement with 10’ ceilings just needs finishing touches.
MLS PIN #71659122
Jul 10, 2014
Sold
$790,000
$228/sq ft
May 7, 2014
Contingent
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May 7, 2014
Price Changed
$824,900
$238/sq ft
Apr 22, 2014
Price Changed
$849,000
$245/sq ft
Apr 10, 2014
Listed
$899,000
$260/sq ft
+11
Come preview this 2005 Center entrance 2800sqft colonial with Open Granite and Stainless kitchen, Hardwood floors thru out, second floor laundry, large master bedroom with walk in closet and master bath. All bedrooms have good size. 3rd floor has large bonus room and a large 4th bedroom. Closets thru out, partially finished basement with 10ft ceilings. Roof is 2005, just paint to your liking and move on in. Commuters dream with a close to town location, less than a mile from the highly sough after Mitchell School. Call listing agent for details.... Showings need 24 hour notice.
Public Records
Dec 9, 2004
Sold
$375,000
$108/sq ft
MLS PIN #70011338
Jun 18, 2004
Sold
$355,000
$102/sq ft
Mar 29, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$355,000
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,476 (+7.0%)
$518,100 + $515,300
$1,033,400
2022
$12,592 (+2.6%)
$454,400 + $487,400
$941,800
2021
$12,272 (+5.6%)
$454,400 + $487,400
$941,800
2020
$11,619 (+6.3%)
$453,100 + $477,200
$930,300
2019
$10,932 (+4.3%)
$411,900 + $470,400
$882,300
2018
$10,482 (+7.3%)
$411,900 + $470,400
$882,300
2017
$9,766 (+1.7%)
$411,900 + $409,500
$821,400
2016
$9,601 (−8.9%)
$411,900 + $420,100
$832,000
2014
$10,541 (+3.0%)
$374,400 + $531,200
$905,600
2013
$10,233 (+3.2%)
$374,400 + $531,200
$905,600
2012
$9,916 (+5.8%)
$374,400 + $531,200
$905,600
2011
$9,371 (+3.5%)
$374,400 + $485,300
$859,700
2010
$9,053 (+5.7%)
$374,400 + $485,300
$859,700
2009
$8,563
$374,400 + $485,300
$859,700
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,886
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,886
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
140979
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
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
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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Historical weather
Needham, MA • 02494
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Needham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 36 Thorpe Rd
$1,776,050
$127K over list price of $1.65M
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