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Off market sep 2015 for $1.6M

$2,629,785

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,028/mo

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5,565

sq ft

40 Bancroft St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

This is the house you are looking for! Superb young, bright home on a large lot in the Mitchell School neighborhood. The house has everything you want - 5 bedrooms, plus a bonus bedroom on the 3rd floor. The large master suite has cathedral ceilings, his and her closets, and a beautiful spa bathroom. The 2nd floor is completed by 3 additional bedrooms and a laundry room and 2 full bathrooms, including a Jack and Jill bath. The main floor has a beautiful grand foyer and a large open kitchen/family room layout, and a guest room with a full bathroom in addition to the 1/2 bath powder room. The 3rd floor has an office/bedroom and large playroom space. The finished lower lever also has a large media/playroom AND a separate office space, and a full bath! This home has so many options for all the space, the perfect location, and a great yard! Welcome Home!

Single-familyProperty Type

2013Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$473Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Suzanne Nissen • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate

Bought with Cliff London • RE/MAX Home Team

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•Source:MLS PIN #71871690

Redfin Estimate

$2,629,785

$940K since sold in September 2015$14K since September

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This home's estimate is 4.9% lower than the average sale price ($2.77M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$2,900,000
A
5 beds5.5 baths5,784 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$2,562,500
B
5 beds4 baths5,113 sq ft
15 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,650,000
C
5 beds4 baths5,970 sq ft
60 Tudor Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$2,950,000
D
6 beds6.5 baths6,753 sq ft
190 Brookline St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$3,175,000
E
6 beds6.5 baths5,800 sq ft
78 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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 02492, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.4%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

6 days MoM

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Sale history for 40 Bancroft St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71871690

Sep 17, 2015

Sold

$1,690,000

$304/sq ft

Jul 19, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 11, 2015

Listed

$1,749,000

$314/sq ft

MLS PIN #71442842

Feb 25, 2013

Sold

$1,407,500

$253/sq ft

Oct 4, 2012

Contingent

—

Oct 2, 2012

Listed

$1,449,000

$260/sq ft

Exciting opportunity for custom design in prime Birds Hill location, walk to Perry Park & Mitchell School! Well known local builder to begin early summer, completed 12/15/12. Includes Coffered & Tray ceilings, Chef's Kitchen w/granite, FR w/Fireplace, Large Mudroom, Elegant master w/ large shower, 3 full baths on 2nd flr, 3rd flr w/bath and 5th BR. Over sized lot in beautiful tree lined neighborhood w/ plenty of new construction. To be built.

MLS PIN #70312466

Mar 30, 2006

Sold

$580,000

$104/sq ft

Jan 10, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jan 9, 2006

Listed

$619,000

$111/sq ft

Move right into this lovely center entrance colonial in fabulous Mitchell School neighborhood. Features include spacious eat in kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and maple cabinets, formal dining room and front to back living room. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a tastefully remodelled family bath plus a computer or reading nook. Bonus lower level playroom, fresh decor and a beautiful 12,000sf lot round out this great property!

MLS PIN #30514618

Aug 10, 2001

Sold

$475,000

$85/sq ft

Jun 29, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Jun 13, 2001

Listed

$489,000

$88/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1990

Sold

$205,000

$37/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,241 (+5.3%)

$592,700 + $1,266,300

$1,859,000

2022

$23,019 (+2.6%)

$524,900 + $1,196,800

$1,721,700

2021

$22,434 (+4.1%)

$524,900 + $1,196,800

$1,721,700

2020

$21,559 (+4.6%)

$524,900 + $1,201,200

$1,726,100

2019

$20,613 (+4.3%)

$477,500 + $1,186,200

$1,663,700

2018

$19,765 (+8.1%)

$477,500 + $1,186,200

$1,663,700

2017

$18,287 (+17.9%)

$477,500 + $1,060,500

$1,538,000

2016

$15,512 (−4.2%)

$477,500 + $866,700

$1,344,200

2014

$16,184 (+152.9%)

$398,500 + $991,900

$1,390,400

2013

$6,399 (+3.2%)

$398,500 + $167,800

$566,300

2012

$6,201 (+3.9%)

$398,500 + $167,800

$566,300

2011

$5,971 (+3.5%)

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

2010

$5,768 (+5.7%)

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

2009

$5,456

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

Tax history for 40 Bancroft St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,241 (+5.3%)

$592,700 + $1,266,300

$1,859,000

2022

$23,019 (+2.6%)

$524,900 + $1,196,800

$1,721,700

2021

$22,434 (+4.1%)

$524,900 + $1,196,800

$1,721,700

2020

$21,559 (+4.6%)

$524,900 + $1,201,200

$1,726,100

2019

$20,613 (+4.3%)

$477,500 + $1,186,200

$1,663,700

2018

$19,765 (+8.1%)

$477,500 + $1,186,200

$1,663,700

2017

$18,287 (+17.9%)

$477,500 + $1,060,500

$1,538,000

2016

$15,512 (−4.2%)

$477,500 + $866,700

$1,344,200

2014

$16,184 (+152.9%)

$398,500 + $991,900

$1,390,400

2013

$6,399 (+3.2%)

$398,500 + $167,800

$566,300

2012

$6,201 (+3.9%)

$398,500 + $167,800

$566,300

2011

$5,971 (+3.5%)

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

2010

$5,768 (+5.7%)

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

2009

$5,456

$398,500 + $149,300

$547,800

*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

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

2013

Sq. Ft.

4,107

Year built

2013

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

138241

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 315
Length: 21
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,High Speed Internet Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 357
Length: 21
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Chair Rail,Wine Chiller

Kitchen Information
Area: 352
Length: 16
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island

Office Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Office, Play Room, Media Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,565
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,184
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Brookline to Bancroft
UnparsedAddress: 40 Bancroft St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,107
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Norfolk County
APN: 138241

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

William Mitchell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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

58% 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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Estimated sale price

$2.50M – $3.03M

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Home values near 40 Bancroft St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,409,748
33 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3070 Sq. Ft.	$1,991,779

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4907 Sq. Ft.	$2,902,638
21 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1678 Sq. Ft.	$1,159,448

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3428 Sq. Ft.	$1,955,745
15 Bancroft Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4590 Sq. Ft.	$2,432,477

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