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Off Market May 2021 for $1.8M

$2,305,144

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,946/mo

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4,764

sq ft

42 Alden Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

** SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED / OFFER ACCEPTED ** Welcome home to 4 levels of living space in Olin Woods! Beautiful 5 bed, 3.5 bath colonial adorned with wainscoting and crown moldings throughout. Airy entryway is flanked by a formal living room and dining room that leads to an expansive eat-in kitchen with direct access to the fenced-in yard big enough for a hockey rink! Kitchen features granite counters, island seating, and desk area & opens to cozy family room with wood burning fireplace, built-ins and window seat with storage. Four spacious bedrooms upstairs includes enormous, vaulted master that accommodates a sitting area or office. Two walk-in closets and bathroom with separate shower and tub completes this en-suite. Ascend to a bright open playroom with dormer windows and a separate bedroom/office on the finished attic. Finished basement includes a rec area, gym and full bath. Spacious floor plan provides room for everyone in the family to have their own private space!

Single-familyProperty Type

2009Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$484Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Robert Ticktin • Hawthorn Properties

Bought with The Kennedy Lynch GoldTeam • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72789289

Redfin Estimate

$2,305,144

$470K since sold in May 2021$31K since July

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This home's estimate is 5.3% higher than the average sale price ($2.19M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,105,000
A
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SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$2,200,000
B
4 beds4.5 baths6,251 sq ft
1275 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$2,300,000
C
5 beds4 baths4,367 sq ft
11 Shirley Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$2,435,000
D
5 beds5.5 baths5,390 sq ft
17 Sunrise Ter, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$2,250,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,737 sq ft
34 Pond, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$1,850,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,044 sq ft
876 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

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$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
1327 South St, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN WED, 4:30PM TO 6PM
$2,195,000
5 beds3 baths4,306 sq ft
57 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,000,000
3 beds2 baths2,074 sq ft
366 Warren St, Needham, MA 02492
$899,000
3 beds1 bath956 sq ft
462 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
$609,000
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Sale history for 42 Alden Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72789289

May 19, 2021

Sold

$1,835,000

$385/sq ft

Feb 27, 2021

Contingent

—

Feb 24, 2021

Listed

$1,749,000

$367/sq ft

MLS PIN #71390747

Aug 27, 2012

Sold

$1,195,000

$251/sq ft

Jun 12, 2012

Contingent

—

Jun 1, 2012

Listed

$1,195,000

$251/sq ft

Public Records

May 26, 2009

Sold

$485,000

$102/sq ft

MLS PIN #70866201

May 26, 2009

Listing Removed

—

May 26, 2009

Sold

$485,000

$102/sq ft

Mar 10, 2009

Contingent

—

Feb 28, 2009

Price Changed

$499,900

$105/sq ft

Feb 19, 2009

Price Changed

$525,000

$110/sq ft

Jan 20, 2009

Listed

$559,000

$117/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 30, 1993

Sold

$299,000

$63/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$25,094 (+4.9%)

$575,800 + $1,348,600

$1,924,400

2022

$23,922 (+23.5%)

$514,300 + $1,274,900

$1,789,200

2021

$19,370 (+6.6%)

$514,300 + $972,300

$1,486,600

2020

$18,170 (+5.7%)

$514,300 + $940,500

$1,454,800

2019

$17,187 (+4.3%)

$467,700 + $919,500

$1,387,200

2018

$16,480 (+8.8%)

$467,700 + $919,500

$1,387,200

2017

$15,148 (+3.0%)

$467,700 + $806,300

$1,274,000

2016

$14,702 (+7.1%)

$467,700 + $806,300

$1,274,000

2014

$13,725 (+3.0%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2013

$13,324 (+3.2%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2012

$12,911 (+4.8%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2011

$12,325 (+150.0%)

$406,900 + $723,800

$1,130,700

2010

$4,930 (+5.4%)

$406,900 + $61,300

$468,200

2009

$4,678

$406,900 + $62,800

$469,700

Tax history for 42 Alden Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$25,094 (+4.9%)

$575,800 + $1,348,600

$1,924,400

2022

$23,922 (+23.5%)

$514,300 + $1,274,900

$1,789,200

2021

$19,370 (+6.6%)

$514,300 + $972,300

$1,486,600

2020

$18,170 (+5.7%)

$514,300 + $940,500

$1,454,800

2019

$17,187 (+4.3%)

$467,700 + $919,500

$1,387,200

2018

$16,480 (+8.8%)

$467,700 + $919,500

$1,387,200

2017

$15,148 (+3.0%)

$467,700 + $806,300

$1,274,000

2016

$14,702 (+7.1%)

$467,700 + $806,300

$1,274,000

2014

$13,725 (+3.0%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2013

$13,324 (+3.2%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2012

$12,911 (+4.8%)

$406,900 + $772,200

$1,179,100

2011

$12,325 (+150.0%)

$406,900 + $723,800

$1,130,700

2010

$4,930 (+5.4%)

$406,900 + $61,300

$468,200

2009

$4,678

$406,900 + $62,800

$469,700

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

2009

Sq. Ft.

4,211

Year built

2009

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143535

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, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 500
Length: 25
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

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

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead,Beadboard,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 72
Length: 9
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 273
Length: 21
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 338
Length: 26
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X5
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Mud Room, Play Room, Bedroom, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Bathroom, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,764
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige
Lead Paint: None

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,170
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between Mayflower and Stockdale
UnparsedAddress: 42 Alden Road, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,211
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143535

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Wall Mounted Tv's/Brackets, Garage Fridge, Washer/Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Newman Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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, 2 days in 30 years

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$2.19M – $2.65M

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Home values near 42 Alden Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Alden Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1939 Sq. Ft.	$1,437,265
59 Alden Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2367 Sq. Ft.	$1,574,127

Address	Redfin Estimate
29 Alden Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$1,695,064
51 Alden Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1701 Sq. Ft.	$1,569,609

Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Alden Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5045 Sq. Ft.	$2,443,891
45 Alden Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1622 Sq. Ft.	$1,177,548

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