Off Market Aug 2021 for $1.2M

$1,531,294

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,277/mo

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2,113

sq ft

44 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Located in a wonderful neighborhood setting, this well maintained 10 room Raised Ranch is located less than 1 mile from the downtown area. Major renovations to the kitchen and bathrooms have occurred in the last 6-10 years. The Kitchen with island sink has an eat-in area and opens up to a multi skylight Family Room. A well conditioned wood deck can be found off the Family Room. Formal Dining Room and Living Room add to the family living area. Three bedrooms, highlighted by a Master Bedroom with a large bathroom, steam shower, and walk - in closet complete the Main Floor. Currently,on the Lower Level, due to space/room configuration, rooms designated Play Room, Office, Bonus Room could be anything the new home owner would like them to be. A bathroom with shower complements this level. Outside: Lawn has been professionally maintained for many years, backyard areas invite privacy and a Garden Shed offers tool storage. A must see !

Single-familyProperty Type

1971Year Built

0.56 acresLot Size

$725Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Philip Robey • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with Dennis Murray • Kerry Realty Group

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•Source:MLS PIN #72866000

Redfin Estimate

$1,531,294

$256K since sold in August 2021$14K since July

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This home's estimate is 3.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.48M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,585,000
A
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,305,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,345 sq ft
16 Stockdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,700,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,496 sq ft
29 Canavan Cir, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,345,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,220 sq ft
87 Hancock Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$1,645,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,155 sq ft
37 Standish Rd, 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

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Sale history for 44 Bess Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,597 (+9.0%)

$507,800 + $611,600

$1,119,400

2022

$13,397 (+9.7%)

$459,100 + $542,900

$1,002,000

2021

$12,216 (−0.1%)

$459,100 + $478,400

$937,500

2020

$12,230 (+5.6%)

$459,100 + $520,100

$979,200

2019

$11,582 (+4.3%)

$418,900 + $515,900

$934,800

2018

$11,105 (+6.6%)

$418,900 + $515,900

$934,800

2017

$10,417 (+15.9%)

$418,900 + $457,200

$876,100

2016

$8,986 (+5.6%)

$418,900 + $359,800

$778,700

2014

$8,512 (+3.0%)

$382,300 + $349,000

$731,300

2013

$8,264 (+10.4%)

$382,300 + $349,000

$731,300

2012

$7,488 (+5.2%)

$382,300 + $301,500

$683,800

2011

$7,121 (+3.5%)

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

2010

$6,879 (+5.7%)

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

2009

$6,507

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

Tax history for 44 Bess Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,597 (+9.0%)

$507,800 + $611,600

$1,119,400

2022

$13,397 (+9.7%)

$459,100 + $542,900

$1,002,000

2021

$12,216 (−0.1%)

$459,100 + $478,400

$937,500

2020

$12,230 (+5.6%)

$459,100 + $520,100

$979,200

2019

$11,582 (+4.3%)

$418,900 + $515,900

$934,800

2018

$11,105 (+6.6%)

$418,900 + $515,900

$934,800

2017

$10,417 (+15.9%)

$418,900 + $457,200

$876,100

2016

$8,986 (+5.6%)

$418,900 + $359,800

$778,700

2014

$8,512 (+3.0%)

$382,300 + $349,000

$731,300

2013

$8,264 (+10.4%)

$382,300 + $349,000

$731,300

2012

$7,488 (+5.2%)

$382,300 + $301,500

$683,800

2011

$7,121 (+3.5%)

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

2010

$6,879 (+5.7%)

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

2009

$6,507

$382,300 + $271,000

$653,300

*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

0.56 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

1,956

Year built

1971

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143878

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 280
Length: 14
Width: 20
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 165
Length: 11
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 304
Length: 19
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Basement
Features: Closet - Cedar,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Office, Play Room, Bonus Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,113
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.56
Frontage Length: 84
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,216
Tax Year: 2021

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: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Central Avenue to Bess Road or Nehoiden St to Nardone Rd to Bess Rd
UnparsedAddress: 44 Bess Road, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,956
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143878

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Transit

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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, 3 days in 30 years

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$1.46M – $1.76M

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Home values near 44 Bess Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 5400 Sq. Ft.	$2,905,008
32 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$1,682,751

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1295 Sq. Ft.	$992,245
25 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4472 Sq. Ft.	$2,182,189

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,505,343
31 Bess Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1690 Sq. Ft.	$1,254,963

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