OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2017 for $1M

$1,730,128

•

3,072

sq ft

42 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Unique private setting in a great family neighborhood on 17,424 sq ft of land, yet only minutes to Needham center and the commuter rail. Over 3,000 sq ft, with 4 large bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths an open floor plan, with views from every room. Great kitchen with custom cherry cabinets by Scandia, an oversized granite island, sub zero fridge, double oven and 4 burner gas cooktop. A family room with southern exposure and lots of natural light off the kitchen, a corner fireplace and custom built-ins, with sliders to over sized patio over looking your private wooded yard. Fireplace living room flows to the open dining area. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, a master with large closets, and full bath with jacuzzi. Ground floor guest bedroom with 1/2 bath, a mudroom and laundry. Lower level offers a huge playroom as well as the utility room with workshop. Central air, pantry, 2 car garage with additional storage space, and many rooms wired for sound, are some of the additional features.

Single-familyProperty Type

1968Year Built

0.4 acresLot Size

$563Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Louis Wolfson • Louis Wolfson

Bought with Louis Wolfson • Louis Wolfson

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•Source:MLS PIN #72117466

Redfin Estimate

$1,730,128

$715K since sold in April 2017$0 since August

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This home's estimate is 12.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.54M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,830,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,104 sq ft
88 Robinwood Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,345,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,220 sq ft
87 Hancock Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$1,995,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,113 sq ft
22 Barrett St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,305,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,345 sq ft
16 Stockdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$1,439,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,310 sq ft
109 Linden St, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$390 MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

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4 MoM

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$1,500,000
5 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
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Sale history for 42 Rivard Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,215 (+2.4%)

$538,200 + $475,200

$1,013,400

2022

$12,905 (+2.6%)

$508,400 + $456,800

$965,200

2021

$12,577 (+1.6%)

$508,400 + $456,800

$965,200

2020

$12,385 (+6.5%)

$508,400 + $483,200

$991,600

2019

$11,632 (+7.1%)

$463,300 + $475,500

$938,800

2018

$10,863 (+28.3%)

$463,300 + $451,100

$914,400

2017

$8,469 (+3.0%)

$463,300 + $249,000

$712,300

2016

$8,220 (+6.1%)

$463,300 + $249,000

$712,300

2014

$7,745 (+3.0%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2013

$7,519 (+3.2%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2012

$7,286 (+1.8%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2011

$7,155 (+3.5%)

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

2010

$6,912 (+5.7%)

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

2009

$6,538

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

Tax history for 42 Rivard Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,215 (+2.4%)

$538,200 + $475,200

$1,013,400

2022

$12,905 (+2.6%)

$508,400 + $456,800

$965,200

2021

$12,577 (+1.6%)

$508,400 + $456,800

$965,200

2020

$12,385 (+6.5%)

$508,400 + $483,200

$991,600

2019

$11,632 (+7.1%)

$463,300 + $475,500

$938,800

2018

$10,863 (+28.3%)

$463,300 + $451,100

$914,400

2017

$8,469 (+3.0%)

$463,300 + $249,000

$712,300

2016

$8,220 (+6.1%)

$463,300 + $249,000

$712,300

2014

$7,745 (+3.0%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2013

$7,519 (+3.2%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2012

$7,286 (+1.8%)

$422,300 + $243,100

$665,400

2011

$7,155 (+3.5%)

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

2010

$6,912 (+5.7%)

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

2009

$6,538

$422,300 + $234,100

$656,400

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.4 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,128

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145121

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, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 228
Length: 12
Width: 19
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood,Hot Tub / Spa,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 96
Length: 8
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 80
Length: 8
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Laminate,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 13
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Family Room Information
Area: 285
Length: 15
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,High Speed Internet Hookup

Dining Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,072
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Levels: Multi/Split
Other Structures: Workshop

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,220
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Great Plain
UnparsedAddress: 42 Rivard Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,128
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145121

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

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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

53% 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 • 02492

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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

$1.64M – $1.99M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1696 Sq. Ft.	$1,390,658
37 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2222 Sq. Ft.	$1,619,650

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4278 Sq. Ft.	$1,937,530
31 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3535 Sq. Ft.	$1,668,703

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Rivard Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3566 Sq. Ft.	$2,070,157
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