Off market jun 2008 for $659K

$1,187,154

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,567/mo

•

1,580

sq ft

42 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

Classic through hall cape with 8' ceilings, generous moldings, oversized windows and decorator showcase finishes that make this home a WOW house for only your fussiest buyers. Spectacular new kitchen with granite counters, closet systems, central air, mudroom that can be used as additional living space with slider to large deck overlooking private backyard. One of the top walk to all locations right in town. You won't want to miss this one!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$751Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Paula Callanan • RE/MAX Home Team

Bought with Non Member • Non Member Office

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #70745618

Redfin Estimate

$1,187,154

$528K since sold in June 2008$6,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 0.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,120,000
A
4 beds1.5 baths1,729 sq ft
490 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,100,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,190,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
89 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$1,435,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,117 sq ft
26 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$1,155,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,563 sq ft
66 Upland, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$1,185,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,778 sq ft
27 Concord St, Needham, MA 02494

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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

98.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

13 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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$1,500,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,900 sq ft
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OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,799,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,186 sq ft
4 Crescent Rd #1, Needham Heights, MA 02494
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$899,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,920 sq ft
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Sale history for 42 Longfellow Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 18, 2008

Sold

$659,000

$417/sq ft

MLS PIN #70745618

Jun 19, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jun 18, 2008

Sold

$659,000

$417/sq ft

Apr 29, 2008

Contingent

—

Apr 19, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Apr 17, 2008

Listed

$659,000

$417/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 15, 2003

Sold

$515,000

$326/sq ft

MLS PIN #50349393

Nov 15, 1996

Sold

$285,000

$180/sq ft

Sep 28, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Sep 26, 1996

Listed

$289,900

$183/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,346 (+7.3%)

$536,100 + $257,300

$793,400

2022

$9,642 (+2.6%)

$470,200 + $251,000

$721,200

2021

$9,397 (+5.9%)

$470,200 + $251,000

$721,200

2020

$8,870 (+7.7%)

$470,800 + $239,400

$710,200

2019

$8,239 (+4.3%)

$428,000 + $237,000

$665,000

2018

$7,900 (+4.4%)

$428,000 + $237,000

$665,000

2017

$7,566 (+3.0%)

$428,000 + $208,300

$636,300

2016

$7,343 (+6.1%)

$428,000 + $208,300

$636,300

2014

$6,919 (+3.0%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2013

$6,717 (+3.2%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2012

$6,509 (+4.2%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2011

$6,245 (+3.5%)

$389,100 + $183,800

$572,900

2010

$6,033 (+7.0%)

$389,100 + $183,800

$572,900

2009

$5,637

$389,100 + $176,900

$566,000

Tax history for 42 Longfellow Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,346 (+7.3%)

$536,100 + $257,300

$793,400

2022

$9,642 (+2.6%)

$470,200 + $251,000

$721,200

2021

$9,397 (+5.9%)

$470,200 + $251,000

$721,200

2020

$8,870 (+7.7%)

$470,800 + $239,400

$710,200

2019

$8,239 (+4.3%)

$428,000 + $237,000

$665,000

2018

$7,900 (+4.4%)

$428,000 + $237,000

$665,000

2017

$7,566 (+3.0%)

$428,000 + $208,300

$636,300

2016

$7,343 (+6.1%)

$428,000 + $208,300

$636,300

2014

$6,919 (+3.0%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2013

$6,717 (+3.2%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2012

$6,509 (+4.2%)

$389,100 + $205,300

$594,400

2011

$6,245 (+3.5%)

$389,100 + $183,800

$572,900

2010

$6,033 (+7.0%)

$389,100 + $183,800

$572,900

2009

$5,637

$389,100 + $176,900

$566,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,472

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140875

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: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

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

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

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,580
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Professional Landscaping

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,167
Tax Year: 2008

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Dead end street off Webster across/between Homestead and Hoover
UnparsedAddress: 42 Longfellow Road, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,472
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140875

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Window Treatments/Rods Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi

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

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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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 – $1.37M

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Home values near 42 Longfellow Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
18 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1716 Sq. Ft.	$1,111,110
48 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,362,662

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1536 Sq. Ft.	$1,037,831
51 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$968,357

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$1,045,182
45 Longfellow Rd, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1463 Sq. Ft.	$1,176,164

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