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Off Market May 2025 for $3.2M

$3,366,916

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,043/mo

•

5,640

sq ft

42 Thornton, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Welcome to this meticulously crafted, modern home nestled in one of Needham's most desirable neighborhoods. With 5 bedrooms, 5f and 2h baths, and over 5,600 sq.ft. of living space across 4 levels, this home seamlessly blends modern elegance w ultimate comfort. Open-concept fl pl features chef's kitchen with high-end appliances, custom oak cabinetry, and oversize island—perfect for cooking & entertaining! Expansive family room, highlighted by beautiful fireplace and large windows, creates an inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The 1st fl includes an office, breakfast area, dining, and walkout to spacious deck. Upstairs, luxurious main bedroom is a true retreat, offering 2 walk-in closets, spa-like bath w soaking tub, rain shower & dual vanities. 3 ensuite bedrooms complete 2nd fl. 3rd fl features playroom & study room, while cozy walkout basement includes ensuite bedroom, large open room perfect for family entertaining, gym, and ample storage space throughout. Move In Ready!

Single-familyProperty Type

2025Year Built

10,062 sq ftLot Size

$597Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Natasha Kuper • Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

Bought with Robert Ticktin • Hawthorn Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #73347421

Redfin Estimate

$3,366,916

$108K since sold in May 2025$34K since July

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This home's estimate is 23.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.72M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$3,175,000
A
6 beds6.5 baths5,800 sq ft
78 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,685,000
B
5 beds5 baths5,085 sq ft
72 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD FEB 3, 2026
$2,620,000
C
5 beds6 baths5,178 sq ft
107 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$2,720,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths4,269 sq ft
14 Rockwood Ln, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,200,000
E
5 beds3 baths3,833 sq ft
101 Bird St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD OCT 24, 2025
$2,900,000
F
5 beds4.5 baths6,151 sq ft
18 Ina Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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$4,684/mo

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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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Sale history for 42 Thornton

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73347421

May 1, 2025

Sold

$3,259,000

$578/sq ft

Mar 22, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 19, 2025

Listed

$3,249,000

$576/sq ft

MLS PIN #73187764

Jan 18, 2024

Sold

$1,165,000

$207/sq ft

Dec 15, 2023

Listed

$995,000

$176/sq ft

+37

This Quintessential Cape style home in a very sought after neighborhood has been lovingly maintained. There is wonderful natural light throughout this beautiful home. The fireplace in the living room just adds so much to the ambiance. There are 4 good size bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, an eat-in kitchen, one of bedrooms is presently being used as a den and a lovely 3-season porch off the kitchen. The roof and siding were done 7 years ago. Sprinkler system...Insulation was added recently. The yard has been meticulously cared for. Not far from highways, town center, schools, area shops, restaurants, commuter rail, golf course and the hospital.

Public Records

Aug 1, 1985

Sold

$165,700

$29/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,034 (+7.8%)

$589,400 + $180,100

$769,500

2022

$9,307 (+2.6%)

$521,600 + $174,500

$696,100

2021

$9,070 (+5.9%)

$521,600 + $174,500

$696,100

2020

$8,564 (+8.6%)

$521,500 + $164,200

$685,700

2019

$7,889 (+4.3%)

$474,100 + $162,600

$636,700

2018

$7,564 (+3.3%)

$474,100 + $162,600

$636,700

2017

$7,324 (+3.0%)

$474,100 + $141,900

$616,000

2016

$7,109 (+14.7%)

$474,100 + $141,900

$616,000

2014

$6,199 (+3.0%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2013

$6,018 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2012

$5,832 (+3.8%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2011

$5,621 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $120,600

$515,700

2010

$5,445 (+5.7%)

$395,100 + $122,000

$517,100

2009

$5,150

$395,100 + $122,000

$517,100

Tax history for 42 Thornton

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,034 (+7.8%)

$589,400 + $180,100

$769,500

2022

$9,307 (+2.6%)

$521,600 + $174,500

$696,100

2021

$9,070 (+5.9%)

$521,600 + $174,500

$696,100

2020

$8,564 (+8.6%)

$521,500 + $164,200

$685,700

2019

$7,889 (+4.3%)

$474,100 + $162,600

$636,700

2018

$7,564 (+3.3%)

$474,100 + $162,600

$636,700

2017

$7,324 (+3.0%)

$474,100 + $141,900

$616,000

2016

$7,109 (+14.7%)

$474,100 + $141,900

$616,000

2014

$6,199 (+3.0%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2013

$6,018 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2012

$5,832 (+3.8%)

$395,100 + $137,500

$532,600

2011

$5,621 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $120,600

$515,700

2010

$5,445 (+5.7%)

$395,100 + $122,000

$517,100

2009

$5,150

$395,100 + $122,000

$517,100

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,428

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137410

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, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 14
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,640
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
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UnparsedAddress: 42 Thornton, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,428
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137410

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow 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 • 1.1mi

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 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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Estimated sale price

$3.20M – $3.87M

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Home values near 42 Thornton

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1982 Sq. Ft.	$1,534,790
56 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2556 Sq. Ft.	$1,589,416

Address	Redfin Estimate
28 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2066 Sq. Ft.	$1,369,508
66 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5082 Sq. Ft.	$2,328,574

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2513 Sq. Ft.	$1,637,645
63 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5600 Sq. Ft.	$3,023,180

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