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Off market jul 2022 for $1.5M

$1,708,549

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,167/mo

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3,413

sq ft

42 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

AT LAST THE HOUSE YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR! This wonderful Colonial home checks all the boxes including recent conversion from oil to natural gas heat. Conveniently located in a popular quiet neighborhood, close to town and town forest trails, this home features a granite stainless kitchen with a breakfast bar. There is excellent cabinet space, a newer refrigerator plus the kitchen opens to the cathedral ceiling fireplaced family room with access to a deck, both overlooking the huge level backyard. The first floor also offers a lovely living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room, a mudroom and direct access to the two car attached garage. The second floor includes a primary suite with full bath plus 3 more bedrooms, a family bath and second floor laundry! All the closets have custom built-ins. There is also a fantastic above grade walkout lower level playroom, bedroom and bath. Other amenities include central air, hardwood floors, pantry, an irrigation system and fenced yard.

Single-familyProperty Type

1967Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$501Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jill Finkelstein & Associates • Compass

Bought with The Klein Group • Engel & Volkers Newton

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•Source:MLS PIN #72991644

Redfin Estimate

$1,708,549

$177K since sold in July 2022$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 10.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.90M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,015,000
A
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B
4 beds2.5 baths3,104 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,550,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,237 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$1,830,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,277 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,200,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,785 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$1,995,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,113 sq ft
22 Barrett St, 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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4 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Gilbert Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72991644

Jul 12, 2022

Sold

$1,532,000

$449/sq ft

Jun 7, 2022

Contingent

—

Jun 2, 2022

Listed

$1,499,000

$439/sq ft

MLS PIN #72642704

May 29, 2020

Sold

$1,132,000

$332/sq ft

Apr 26, 2020

Pending

—

Apr 12, 2020

Contingent

—

Apr 10, 2020

Listed

$1,100,000

$322/sq ft

+23

Updated Colonial in one of Needham's most popular neighborhoods, adjacent to Town Forest. This home's floorplan is perfect for entertaining/relaxing with family. Formal fireplaced living room leads to formal dining room, both with hardwood floors.The updated kitchen boasts black granite countertops and white cabinets with loads of storage space. The kitchen leads to the updated, oversized family room complete with fireplace, heated wood floor, pantry, closet, and direct access to 2 car garage. Wall of windows overlooks the expansive backyard. A slider opens to the large deck, perfect for barbecues, parties, and gatherings . Upstairs you will find 3 spacious family bedrooms and an updated family bath. Large master bedroom has an updated en-suite bath. Walk -out lower level is finished with a sizeable bonus room, ideal for video games. Additionally, this level offers a bedroom/ bath suite, perfect for an au pair, teen, or guests. Virtual showings or by appointment only for safety.

Public Records

Sep 1, 1989

Sold

$330,000

$97/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 29, 1987

Sold

$355,000

$104/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,685 (+7.5%)

$509,800 + $539,700

$1,049,500

2022

$12,736 (+11.0%)

$468,200 + $484,400

$952,600

2021

$11,469 (+9.2%)

$468,200 + $412,000

$880,200

2020

$10,507 (+6.8%)

$468,200 + $373,000

$841,200

2019

$9,835 (+4.3%)

$426,100 + $367,700

$793,800

2018

$9,430 (+5.9%)

$426,100 + $367,700

$793,800

2017

$8,908 (+3.0%)

$426,100 + $323,100

$749,200

2016

$8,646 (+7.9%)

$426,100 + $323,100

$749,200

2014

$8,012 (+3.0%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2013

$7,778 (+3.2%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2012

$7,537 (+3.6%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2011

$7,277 (+3.5%)

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

2010

$7,030 (+5.7%)

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

2009

$6,649

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

Tax history for 42 Gilbert Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,685 (+7.5%)

$509,800 + $539,700

$1,049,500

2022

$12,736 (+11.0%)

$468,200 + $484,400

$952,600

2021

$11,469 (+9.2%)

$468,200 + $412,000

$880,200

2020

$10,507 (+6.8%)

$468,200 + $373,000

$841,200

2019

$9,835 (+4.3%)

$426,100 + $367,700

$793,800

2018

$9,430 (+5.9%)

$426,100 + $367,700

$793,800

2017

$8,908 (+3.0%)

$426,100 + $323,100

$749,200

2016

$8,646 (+7.9%)

$426,100 + $323,100

$749,200

2014

$8,012 (+3.0%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2013

$7,778 (+3.2%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2012

$7,537 (+3.6%)

$371,200 + $317,100

$688,300

2011

$7,277 (+3.5%)

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

2010

$7,030 (+5.7%)

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

2009

$6,649

$371,200 + $296,400

$667,600

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

2010

Sq. Ft.

2,462

Year built

1967

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

144875

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, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 190
Length: 19
Width: 10
Level: Basement
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Exterior Access

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# 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,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 621
Length: 27
Width: 23
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bonus Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,413
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

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

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,736
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Central Avenue or Great Plain Avenue to Marked Tree Road to Gilbert.
UnparsedAddress: 42 Gilbert Road, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,462
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 144875

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 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, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$1.62M – $1.97M

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Home values near 42 Gilbert Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
62 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,314,506
28 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1740 Sq. Ft.	$1,274,463

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1998 Sq. Ft.	$1,312,865
22 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2935 Sq. Ft.	$1,622,401

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,219,793
14 Gilbert Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,353,775

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