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Off Market Jul 2017 for $695K

$1,109,879

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,188/mo

•

1,600

sq ft

481 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

This charming 1924 colonial/bungalow has a most welcoming front porch providing three season space for living and relaxing. From the porch step into the foyer leading to a large living room with fireplace and a spacious, formal dining room. A bright kitchen with gas stove and a half bath complete the first floor. On the second level there are three generous bedrooms, all with great closet space, and a full bath. The lower level provides more living space with a playroom, bonus room and an office. Additional features include hardwood floors, central air, deck and a two car garage. This property is convenient to shopping, restaurants and the commuter train. The home offers comfortable living with an in-town location.

Single-familyProperty Type

1924Year Built

9,583 sq ftLot Size

$694Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Patricia Buckley • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

Bought with Loren Larsen • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72152781

Redfin Estimate

$1,109,879

$415K since sold in July 2017$7,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,320,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,668 sq ft
91 Henderson St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,075,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,886 sq ft
64 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,165,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,065 sq ft
50 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$650,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,087 sq ft
72 Marked Tree Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,207,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,762 sq ft
430 High Rock St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$1,220,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,190 sq ft
569 Chestnut St, 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

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

New listings for sale

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OPEN SUN, 11:30AM TO 1:30PM
$1,295,000
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1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
$1,295,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,456 sq ft
14 Fuller Brook Ave, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM
$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
1327 South St, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 3PM
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Sale history for 481 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72152781

Jul 14, 2017

Sold

$695,000

$434/sq ft

May 3, 2017

Pending

—

Apr 25, 2017

Listed

$645,000

$403/sq ft

MLS PIN #71434783

Dec 3, 2012

Sold

$511,000

$319/sq ft

Sep 18, 2012

Contingent

—

Sep 13, 2012

Listed

$517,000

$323/sq ft

+11

Charming picture perfect 1920's Craftsman style Bungalow in pristine condition near Needham Ctr. & Junction station.Sunny & welcoming,enclosed three season porch.Front to back FP living rm,spacious dining rm,newer kitchen,updated 1/2 bath,2 car garage & gleaming hardwood floors throughout.Many wonderful updates to inc:windows,central air,finished lower level,newer gas heat,walk-in closets in all bedrooms,baths,recessed lighting throughout,freshly painted interior,H20 heater and more.A real gem

Public Records

Aug 27, 2008

Sold

$500,000

$313/sq ft

MLS PIN #70764510

Aug 29, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Aug 28, 2008

Sold

$500,000

$313/sq ft

Jun 30, 2008

Contingent

—

Jun 10, 2008

Price Changed

$549,000

$343/sq ft

Jun 2, 2008

Price Changed

$569,000

$356/sq ft

May 21, 2008

Price Changed

$589,000

$368/sq ft

May 20, 2008

Listed

$589,900

$369/sq ft

Vintage 1920s Village Colonial with tall ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors, 12 x 24 LR with fireplace, formal hostess dining room 12 x 13, recently updated kitchen, 1/2 bath. On 2nd floor 3 generous BR (2 king size) with GREAT closets, full bath. New central air (1999) newer gas heat, lower level playroom, with washer/dryer included and updated electric w/220 line, newer windows. Two car detached garage,shed, deck off kitchen, WALK to train, shops, hospital, restauran

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,154 (+3.9%)

$526,700 + $252,000

$778,700

2022

$9,777 (+2.6%)

$487,700 + $243,600

$731,300

2021

$9,529 (+1.9%)

$487,700 + $243,600

$731,300

2020

$9,355 (+8.1%)

$487,500 + $261,500

$749,000

2019

$8,651 (+15.3%)

$443,300 + $254,900

$698,200

2018

$7,505 (+12.3%)

$376,800 + $254,900

$631,700

2017

$6,682 (+3.0%)

$376,800 + $185,200

$562,000

2016

$6,485 (+7.0%)

$376,800 + $185,200

$562,000

2014

$6,060 (+3.0%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2013

$5,883 (+3.2%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2012

$5,701 (+10.6%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2011

$5,156 (+3.5%)

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

2010

$4,981 (+5.7%)

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

2009

$4,711

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

Tax history for 481 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,154 (+3.9%)

$526,700 + $252,000

$778,700

2022

$9,777 (+2.6%)

$487,700 + $243,600

$731,300

2021

$9,529 (+1.9%)

$487,700 + $243,600

$731,300

2020

$9,355 (+8.1%)

$487,500 + $261,500

$749,000

2019

$8,651 (+15.3%)

$443,300 + $254,900

$698,200

2018

$7,505 (+12.3%)

$376,800 + $254,900

$631,700

2017

$6,682 (+3.0%)

$376,800 + $185,200

$562,000

2016

$6,485 (+7.0%)

$376,800 + $185,200

$562,000

2014

$6,060 (+3.0%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2013

$5,883 (+3.2%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2012

$5,701 (+10.6%)

$342,500 + $178,100

$520,600

2011

$5,156 (+3.5%)

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

2010

$4,981 (+5.7%)

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

2009

$4,711

$342,500 + $130,500

$473,000

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

1,600

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

139585

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2020.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

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
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Office Room Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Office, Play Room, Sun Room, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,600
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,682
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Near Emerson
UnparsedAddress: 481 Chestnut Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,600
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Norfolk County
APN: 139585
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Sep 24, 2020

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% 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

$1.06M – $1.28M

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Data from public records.

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512 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2286 Sq. Ft.	$1,348,674
492 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2220 Sq. Ft.	$856,876

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504 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1326 Sq. Ft.	$991,183
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Address	Redfin Estimate
498 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4500 Sq. Ft.	$1,991,912
476 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4295 Sq. Ft.	$2,355,717

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