WELCOME HOME! This spacious raised ranch home nestled in the desirable Mitchell School district boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 full updated baths including an en-suite in the primary bedroom, and multiple bonus spaces. These bonus rooms offer much flexibility and could be used as an office, a home gym, playroom, home theater, or even like a fifth bedroom. The living and family rooms both feature warm and inviting fireplaces with original mantels, providing a cozy ambiance for relaxing. The large updated well-lit kitchen offers ample space for cooking and entertaining. Enjoy the tucked away in the woods feel from the kitchen, dining room and sunroom/office. This home truly offers something for everyone. Conveniently located just minutes from Needham Center, schools, commuter rail, and Route 128, this home provides easy access to the best that the area has to offer. Updated electrical with 200 amp service and EV charger.
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
William Mitchell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Pollard Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Needham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Market insights
523 Greendale Ave · $1,299,000
DAYS ON MARKET
81 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,299,000
Median sale price in this area is $780,137. (40% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 3
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,648
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,648
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 138214
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023
Sale and tax history for 523 Greendale Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73584206
Oct 21, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 29, 2026
Listed
$1,199,000
$490/sq ft
+21
Welcome to 523 Greendale Ave! Set back from the road in Needham’s desirable Mitchell School district, this spacious raised ranch offers 4 bedrooms, 3 updated full baths, and a versatile layout with room to fit a variety of needs. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bath, while multiple bonus spaces provide flexibility for a home office, gym, playroom, media room, or guest space. The lower level offers additional living space and potential for an in-law setup. Both the living room and family room feature inviting fireplaces with original mantels, adding warmth and character. At the heart of the home is a large, updated kitchen with plenty of space for cooking and entertaining, complemented by both formal and informal dining areas. Enjoy peaceful wooded views from the kitchen, dining area, and sunroom/office, creating a tucked-away feel while still being close to everything Needham has to offer. Additional highlights include a whole-home water filtration system, one-car garage, 200-amp electrical service with updated Leviton panel, and EV charger. Conveniently located near Needham Center, schools, commuter rail, and Route 128.
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 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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Historical weather
Needham, MA • 02492
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Needham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 523 Greendale Ave
$1,258,609
$40K under list price of $1.30M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $890K to $2.1M.