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Off Market Jun 2023 for $1.6M

$1,766,279

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $570/mo

•

2,997

sq ft

491 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Set back with a wonderful street presence, this storybook twelve room residence, extensively renovated 5 years ago, offers over 3,100 square feet of living space resplendent with high-end finishes, custom architectural detail, and period appointments. The main level features a front living room and dining room with stained glass cabinet. Both rooms share a double-sided gas fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with top-grade appliances, quartz countertops, island, and adjacent breakfast room. A family room opens onto a porch and yard. The layout is well-suited for entertaining, bringing the outdoors in. There are four bedrooms and two and one-half bathrooms. The primary bedroom plus two others are on the second level, and a fourth bedroom is on the third level. Maple floors and original wide pine plank floors add to its character. Amenities: side entrance opening to mudroom, updated systems, second floor laundry, garage, and driveway facing Morton Street.

Single-familyProperty Type

1850Year Built

0.32 acresLot Size

$589Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mona And Shari Wiener • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Alison Borrelli • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #73092686

Redfin Estimate

$1,766,279

$136K since sold in June 2023$22K since July

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This home's estimate is 15.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.52M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$1,550,000
A
5 beds2.5 baths3,026 sq ft
24 Mellen St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,400,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,622 sq ft
246 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,600,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,932 sq ft
55 Burnside Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,600,000
E
6 beds2.5 baths2,874 sq ft
785 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 20, 2026
$1,675,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,490 sq ft
1058 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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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

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$2,700,000
8 beds6 baths5,211 sq ft
178/180 West St, Needham, MA 02494
$3,249,000
6 beds6 baths7,420 sq ft
88 Woodbine Cir, Needham, MA 02494
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$1,795,000
3 beds4.5 baths3,013 sq ft
20 Crescent Rd #20, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale history for 491 Webster St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73092686

Jun 15, 2023

Sold

$1,630,000

$544/sq ft

Mar 29, 2023

Listed

$1,525,000

$509/sq ft

MLS PIN #72244246

Jan 19, 2018

Sold

$1,275,000

$425/sq ft

Oct 24, 2017

Pending

—

Oct 18, 2017

Listed

$1,225,000

$409/sq ft

+17

Enter this in-town, fully renovated home and view the tasteful finishes that will wow your senses.Four large bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms, including a master, w/ custom designed vanities make for comfortable and spacious 2nd and 3rd floor living. Second floor laundry. A front living room and dining room share a see-through double-sided gas fireplace with custom architectural details such as a stained-glass dining room china cabinet. Maple floors throughout blend seamlessly with original wide pine plank flooring. New professional kitchen appliances, quartz countertops, a large adjacent breakfast room and a generously sized island create a welcoming kitchen for gathering. A set back family room opens to a side porch and yard. The side entrance of the home opens into a mudroom. A one-car garage with a driveway facing Morton Street provides easy access to the home. Complete systems updates provide a ready to move in opportunity for buyers. Walk to schools, shopping, and transportation.

MLS PIN #71963344

Aug 2, 2016

Sold

$700,000

$234/sq ft

Jun 4, 2016

Pending

—

Jun 3, 2016

Price Changed

$759,000

$253/sq ft

May 12, 2016

Price Changed

$799,000

$267/sq ft

Apr 29, 2016

Price Changed

$849,000

$283/sq ft

Apr 29, 2016

Relisted

—

Apr 16, 2016

Relisted

—

Apr 16, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Apr 9, 2016

Pending

—

Feb 25, 2016

Listed

$899,000

$300/sq ft

+21

Terrific home blending the charm and detail unique to an Queen Ann style home with modern amenities. This home is filled with abundance of natural light. Large front living room with built-ins. Formal Dining room with chair rail & china cabinet. Large eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, table space and stainless steel appliances. Inviting family room addition with fireplace, back staircase and sliders to porch. Second floor offers master bedroom, 3 additional bedrooms and full bath with jetted tub and laundry room. Finished 3rd floor with two rooms. Additional features include newer siding, windows and roof. Gas utilities. Many attractive porches. One car garage. Walk to train, shops, restaurants, library and High School.

MLS PIN #30291392

Jul 1, 1999

Sold

$400,000

$133/sq ft

Feb 6, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Feb 5, 1999

Listed

$429,000

$143/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 28, 1992

Sold

$248,500

$83/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,924 (+6.6%)

$558,700 + $662,500

$1,221,200

2022

$14,934 (+2.6%)

$490,900 + $626,100

$1,117,000

2021

$14,555 (+4.9%)

$490,900 + $626,100

$1,117,000

2020

$13,879 (+6.4%)

$490,900 + $620,300

$1,111,200

2019

$13,040 (+41.5%)

$446,900 + $605,600

$1,052,500

2018

$9,214 (−0.8%)

$446,900 + $328,700

$775,600

2017

$9,286 (+13.5%)

$446,900 + $334,100

$781,000

2016

$8,182 (+6.7%)

$446,900 + $262,100

$709,000

2014

$7,665 (+3.0%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2013

$7,441 (+3.2%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2012

$7,211 (+2.6%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2011

$7,027 (+3.5%)

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

2010

$6,789 (+5.7%)

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

2009

$6,421

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

Tax history for 491 Webster St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,924 (+6.6%)

$558,700 + $662,500

$1,221,200

2022

$14,934 (+2.6%)

$490,900 + $626,100

$1,117,000

2021

$14,555 (+4.9%)

$490,900 + $626,100

$1,117,000

2020

$13,879 (+6.4%)

$490,900 + $620,300

$1,111,200

2019

$13,040 (+41.5%)

$446,900 + $605,600

$1,052,500

2018

$9,214 (−0.8%)

$446,900 + $328,700

$775,600

2017

$9,286 (+13.5%)

$446,900 + $334,100

$781,000

2016

$8,182 (+6.7%)

$446,900 + $262,100

$709,000

2014

$7,665 (+3.0%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2013

$7,441 (+3.2%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2012

$7,211 (+2.6%)

$406,900 + $251,600

$658,500

2011

$7,027 (+3.5%)

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

2010

$6,789 (+5.7%)

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

2009

$6,421

$406,900 + $237,800

$644,700

*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

0.32 Acres

Year renovated

2017

Sq. Ft.

2,997

Year built

1850

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140906

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 216
Length: 12
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 270
Length: 15
Width: 18
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 21
Length: 7
Width: 3
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 72
Length: 12
Width: 6
Features: Flooring - Marble

Living Room Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Family Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Concrete

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,997
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,934
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Corner of Webster St .and Morton St.
UnparsedAddress: 491 Webster St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,997
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140906

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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

54% 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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$1.68M – $2.03M

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Home values near 491 Webster St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
514 Webster St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1476 Sq. Ft.	$1,189,026
499 Webster St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2613 Sq. Ft.	$1,474,319

Address	Redfin Estimate
510 Webster St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2174 Sq. Ft.	$1,541,699
467 Webster St, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3456 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
490 Webster St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1729 Sq. Ft.	$1,160,047
468 Webster St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2210 Sq. Ft.	$1,191,917

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