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Off Market Apr 2025 for $1.9M

$2,072,112

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,006/mo

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3,150

sq ft

52 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

A MUST-SEE! This beautifully updated Colonial blends classic charm with modern amenities. The main level features a spacious living room with fireplace, an adjacent bright space perfect for reading or office use, and a dining room with built-in china cabinet for elegant entertaining. The open-concept family room and eat-in kitchen lead to a fenced backyard with bluestone patio and 3-season colorful landscaping. Upstairs boasts four bedrooms, including a primary with en-suite bath and a large walk-in closet, a second full bath, laundry, and walk-up attic with expansion potential. The recently finished basement, complete with a full bath, offers versatility as a playroom, office, or extra bedroom. Additional highlights include fresh paint throughout and a 2-car garage with custom workbench, providing an exceptional opportunity for comfortable and stylish living. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood walking distance to schools, commuter rail, and convenient to the highway.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$658Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Diane Brugger • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with The Samantha Eisenberg Group • Compass

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73338705

Redfin Estimate

$2,072,112

$157K since sold in April 2025$15K since August

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This home's estimate is 11.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.86M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,955,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
15 Lancaster Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 16, 2026
$1,715,000
B
4 beds4 baths3,635 sq ft
535 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 14, 2026
$1,875,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths3,156 sq ft
60 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,770,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,645 sq ft
212 Broad Meadow Rd, 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 DEC 31, 2025
$2,075,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,800 sq ft
62 Washington Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$390 MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,500,000
5 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
764 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
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Sale history for 52 Whittier Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73338705

Apr 17, 2025

Sold

$1,915,000

$608/sq ft

Feb 26, 2025

Listed

$1,695,000

$538/sq ft

MLS PIN #70903851

Aug 14, 2009

Sold

$795,000

$252/sq ft

Apr 18, 2009

Contingent

—

Apr 16, 2009

Listed

$769,000

$244/sq ft

Classic center entrance colonial in one of Needhams most desirable neighborhoods. Central air, fireplaced living room, formal dining room with built-in china cabinet. Hardwoods throughout. Granite kitchen opens to sunny family room. Inviting master with walk in closet, vaulted ceilings, skylight in spacious master bath. Playroom in basement with cozy den. Stone patio in shaded level yard w/ irrigation system. Great Value. Walk to Hersey, elementary school, minutes to 128.

MLS PIN #30257040

Dec 21, 1998

Sold

$527,500

$167/sq ft

Nov 22, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Sep 9, 1998

Listed

$545,000

$173/sq ft

MLS PIN #50492697

Apr 24, 1998

Sold

$341,500

$108/sq ft

Mar 2, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 1998

Listed

$339,000

$108/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 29, 1987

Sold

$150,000

$48/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,640 (+3.9%)

$565,700 + $403,600

$969,300

2022

$12,168 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $386,200

$910,100

2021

$11,859

$523,900 + $386,200

$910,100

2020

$11,867 (+7.3%)

$524,400 + $425,700

$950,100

2019

$11,057 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $415,700

$892,400

2018

$10,602 (+6.3%)

$476,700 + $415,700

$892,400

2017

$9,970 (+4.2%)

$476,700 + $361,800

$838,500

2016

$9,566 (+9.3%)

$476,700 + $352,200

$828,900

2014

$8,750 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2013

$8,494 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2012

$8,231 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2011

$7,956 (+5.8%)

$414,500 + $315,400

$729,900

2010

$7,518 (+5.5%)

$414,500 + $299,500

$714,000

2009

$7,128

$414,500 + $301,200

$715,700

Tax history for 52 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,640 (+3.9%)

$565,700 + $403,600

$969,300

2022

$12,168 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $386,200

$910,100

2021

$11,859

$523,900 + $386,200

$910,100

2020

$11,867 (+7.3%)

$524,400 + $425,700

$950,100

2019

$11,057 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $415,700

$892,400

2018

$10,602 (+6.3%)

$476,700 + $415,700

$892,400

2017

$9,970 (+4.2%)

$476,700 + $361,800

$838,500

2016

$9,566 (+9.3%)

$476,700 + $352,200

$828,900

2014

$8,750 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2013

$8,494 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2012

$8,231 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $337,200

$751,700

2011

$7,956 (+5.8%)

$414,500 + $315,400

$729,900

2010

$7,518 (+5.5%)

$414,500 + $299,500

$714,000

2009

$7,128

$414,500 + $301,200

$715,700

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2009

Sq. Ft.

2,490

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137045

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, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 252
Length: 14
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Living Room Information
Area: 242
Length: 22
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 16
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 240
Length: 16
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Office Room Information
Area: 104
Length: 13
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Den, Play Room, Home Office, Bathroom, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,150
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: grey

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,722.76
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off of Great Plain Avenue between Elmwood and Douglas.
UnparsedAddress: 52 Whittier Rd., 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, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,490
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137045

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Refrigerator In Garage, Drapes In Main Bedroom, 3 Tv's And Mounting Brackets. Hot Tub Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

60% 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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Needham, MA • 02492

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$1.97M – $2.38M

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Data from public records.

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67 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2678 Sq. Ft.	$1,690,362
49 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1735 Sq. Ft.	$1,400,485

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Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,553,704
37 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1352 Sq. Ft.	$1,192,063

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