OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2016 for $1.2M

$1,702,023

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,893/mo

•

3,500

sq ft

48 Dunster Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Beautifully updated well built all gas colonial home meticulously maintained, located in highly desirable Tower Hill! This gracious home has both period details and contemporary elements. A lovely front to back fireplaced living room has built-ins and opens into a wonderful private study with beams and cathedral ceiling. The formal large dining room features a built-in hutch and adjoins the eat-in newer kitchen with white cabinets and backsplash. In addition, the first floor boasts a fantastic family room with a wet bar and cathedral ceiling. The second floor offers a master bedroom/bath and three more good size bedrooms and family bath. Hardwood throughout! The fireplaced lower level has a fantastic game room and is big enough for both ping pong and pool tables! The gorgeous level large backyard with patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Other features are the oversized two car attached garage, mudroom entry, built-in gas generator and an alarm. Welcome home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$486Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jill Finkelstein • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate

Bought with Amy Gworek • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

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•Source:MLS PIN #72004985

Redfin Estimate

$1,702,023

$502K since sold in July 2016$24K since July

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This home's estimate is 2.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.66M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,965,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,593 sq ft
46 Holmes St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,600,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,932 sq ft
55 Burnside Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,570,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths2,939 sq ft
29 Parker Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,725,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
14 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,758,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,868 sq ft
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494

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$6,346/mo

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

+1.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

7 days MoM

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6 MoM

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$2,700,000
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Sale history for 48 Dunster Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,942 (+6.7%)

$568,300 + $424,200

$992,500

2022

$12,128 (+2.6%)

$500,500 + $406,600

$907,100

2021

$11,820 (+2.3%)

$500,500 + $406,600

$907,100

2020

$11,552 (+6.5%)

$500,500 + $424,400

$924,900

2019

$10,851 (+4.3%)

$456,500 + $419,300

$875,800

2018

$10,405 (+16.4%)

$456,500 + $419,300

$875,800

2017

$8,942 (+3.0%)

$456,500 + $295,600

$752,100

2016

$8,679 (+5.9%)

$456,500 + $295,600

$752,100

2014

$8,197 (+3.0%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2013

$7,957 (+3.2%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2012

$7,711 (+4.8%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2011

$7,361 (+3.5%)

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

2010

$7,111 (+5.7%)

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

2009

$6,726

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

Tax history for 48 Dunster Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,942 (+6.7%)

$568,300 + $424,200

$992,500

2022

$12,128 (+2.6%)

$500,500 + $406,600

$907,100

2021

$11,820 (+2.3%)

$500,500 + $406,600

$907,100

2020

$11,552 (+6.5%)

$500,500 + $424,400

$924,900

2019

$10,851 (+4.3%)

$456,500 + $419,300

$875,800

2018

$10,405 (+16.4%)

$456,500 + $419,300

$875,800

2017

$8,942 (+3.0%)

$456,500 + $295,600

$752,100

2016

$8,679 (+5.9%)

$456,500 + $295,600

$752,100

2014

$8,197 (+3.0%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2013

$7,957 (+3.2%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2012

$7,711 (+4.8%)

$416,500 + $287,700

$704,200

2011

$7,361 (+3.5%)

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

2010

$7,111 (+5.7%)

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

2009

$6,726

$416,500 + $258,800

$675,300

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,989

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140681

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: 299
Length: 23
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

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: 325
Length: 25
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 170
Length: 17
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Dining Area,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cedar Closet(s), Study, Game Room, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,500
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

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

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,679
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Lindbergh to Dunster.
UnparsedAddress: 48 Dunster Road, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,989
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140681

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

William Mitchell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

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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Estimated sale price

$1.62M – $1.96M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
73 Dunster Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,360,056
58 Dunster Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3869 Sq. Ft.	$2,291,646

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