4 bedroom home with first floor bedrooms, a flexible floor plan, and large backyard in a welcoming neighborhood. Built for the years that matter most, this well-maintained home offers comfortable living with space that adapts to changing needs. The main level features a bright living room, an open dining area, and sunlit kitchen w/granite countertops & stainless appliances. Two bedrooms and a full bath with walk-in shower on the first floor provide ideal flexibility for guests, a home office, or convenient single level living. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The large unfinished basement offers excellent storage and potential for a playroom, gym, or additional living space. Outside, an oversized deck overlooks a large flat backyard ideal for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or everyday play. Additional highlights include a 1-car attached garage, gas heating & air conditioning. Comfortable, welcoming, and meticulously cared for, this home is ready for its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$661Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alison Borrelli• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Est. $4,250 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 51 Alden Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73485463
May 1, 2026
Sold
$1,125,000
$661/sq ft
Mar 12, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2026
Listed
$1,225,000
$720/sq ft
MLS PIN #71448693
Nov 30, 2012
Sold
$629,000
$370/sq ft
Oct 24, 2012
Contingent
—
Oct 18, 2012
Listed
$629,000
$370/sq ft
+21
Wonderful 4 bedroom cape located in one of Needhams sought after neighborhoods on the Wellesley line. You will find hardwood flooring throughout, fire-placed living room with oversized picture window & a fire-placed play room The kitchen has a sun-filled breakfast area with bay window that leads directly to the oversized wooden deck. This home offers the flexibility a first floor master as well as second floor master bedroom. Bonus is the beautiful perennial gardens!
Public Records
Aug 27, 1981
Sold
$102,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,174 (+6.0%)
$574,700 + $282,200
$856,900
2022
$10,538 (+2.6%)
$513,200 + $275,000
$788,200
2021
$10,270 (+5.6%)
$513,200 + $275,000
$788,200
2020
$9,727 (+7.6%)
$513,200 + $265,600
$778,800
2019
$9,042 (+4.3%)
$466,600 + $263,200
$729,800
2018
$8,670 (+4.5%)
$466,600 + $263,200
$729,800
2017
$8,294 (+3.0%)
$466,600 + $231,000
$697,600
2016
$8,050 (+9.2%)
$466,600 + $231,000
$697,600
2014
$7,373 (+14.5%)
$405,800 + $227,600
$633,400
2013
$6,439 (+3.2%)
$405,800 + $164,000
$569,800
2012
$6,239 (+3.7%)
$405,800 + $164,000
$569,800
2011
$6,018 (+3.5%)
$405,800 + $146,300
$552,100
2010
$5,814 (+5.7%)
$405,800 + $146,300
$552,100
2009
$5,499
$405,800 + $146,300
$552,100
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
1,590
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Norfolk County
APN
143647
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
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Newman
Middle Or Junior School: High Rock/Pollard
High School: Needham High
Location Information
Directions: Great Plain Ave. to Mayflower and then right onto Alden
UnparsedAddress: 51 Alden Road, Needham MA 02492
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,590
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143647
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Newman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
High Rock School
Public 6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
Needham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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