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Off Market Nov 2018 for $1M

$1,522,120

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,208/mo

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2,670

sq ft

53 Carey Rd, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

Remodeled and refinished classic side-entrance colonial shines with a new open concept kitchen including a movable center island. Brand new white kitchen cabinets, stunning quartz counter-tops, new central air, recessed lighting and beautiful oak wood floors make this home very special. The front living room with bright picture window lets the sun shine all day while the wood fireplace is perfect for cozy evenings. The family room has direct access to deck and large level back yard for gracious entertaining and special family moments. Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, great closet space and lots of windows. The master suite is delightful with cathedral ceiling, new wood floors and remodeled bath with double sinks, jacuzzi tub and walk-in closet. The lower level has great finished play area and laundry spot. New Nest thermostats, extra large attached garage with mudroom drop, new roof and only .3 miles to Needham High School, library, town and train.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

8,276 sq ftLot Size

$570Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Amy Gworek • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Amy Gworek • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #72402166

Redfin Estimate

$1,522,120

$472K since sold in November 2018$17K since August

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This home's estimate is 3.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.57M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,150,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,506 sq ft
11 Fairlawn St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,120,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,729 sq ft
490 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,190,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
89 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,525,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,314 sq ft
711 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 20, 2026
$1,675,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,490 sq ft
1058 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 14, 2026
$1,765,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,150 sq ft
17 Lindbergh Ave, Needham, MA 02494

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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$1,799,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,186 sq ft
4 Crescent Unit A, Needham Heights, MA 02494
$729,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,220 sq ft
6 Reservoir Park, Needham, MA 02494
$1,350,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,538 sq ft
65 Crescent Rd, Needham, MA 02494
$1,350,000
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Sale history for 53 Carey Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72402166

Nov 13, 2018

Sold

$1,050,000

$393/sq ft

Oct 1, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 27, 2018

Listed

$990,000

$371/sq ft

MLS PIN #71830104

Aug 14, 2015

Sold

$745,000

$279/sq ft

May 9, 2015

Pending

—

May 5, 2015

Listed

$789,000

$296/sq ft

Classic side-entrance colonial in Needham Heights with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fenced back yard in a desirable neighborhood close to town. This home features a welcoming front-facing formal living-room with fireplace, a classic dining-room for entertaining, and a family-room with sky-lights and sliders that lead to deck and access to the back yard. The upstairs has 4 spacious bedrooms, including a master suite with cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet and jacuzzi tub. A large open family/play-room, new 2010 water tank, budarus gas furnace and laundry area are located in the lower level. This home is bright, sunny, has hardwood floors in almost every room and is within .3 miles of the Public Library, Memorial Field, train station and shopping. All this on a quiet side street with an attached garage. NO OPEN HOUSE - ALL SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. PROPERTY IS LEASED THROUGH JUNE 2016.

MLS PIN #50495444

May 29, 1998

Sold

$339,000

$127/sq ft

Apr 11, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Apr 3, 1998

Listed

$339,000

$127/sq ft

MLS PIN #50486721

Jan 16, 1998

Sold

$272,500

$102/sq ft

Nov 22, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Nov 2, 1997

Listed

$289,000

$108/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,547 (+6.1%)

$538,400 + $423,800

$962,200

2022

$11,831 (+4.7%)

$472,200 + $412,700

$884,900

2021

$11,300 (+4.1%)

$472,200 + $395,000

$867,200

2020

$10,850 (+17.3%)

$472,400 + $396,300

$868,700

2019

$9,247 (+4.3%)

$429,500 + $316,800

$746,300

2018

$8,866 (+5.6%)

$429,500 + $316,800

$746,300

2017

$8,394 (+11.0%)

$429,500 + $276,500

$706,000

2016

$7,560 (+6.5%)

$429,500 + $225,600

$655,100

2014

$7,098 (+3.0%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2013

$6,891 (+3.2%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2012

$6,677 (+3.8%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2011

$6,435 (+3.5%)

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

2010

$6,217 (+5.7%)

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

2009

$5,880

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

Tax history for 53 Carey Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,547 (+6.1%)

$538,400 + $423,800

$962,200

2022

$11,831 (+4.7%)

$472,200 + $412,700

$884,900

2021

$11,300 (+4.1%)

$472,200 + $395,000

$867,200

2020

$10,850 (+17.3%)

$472,400 + $396,300

$868,700

2019

$9,247 (+4.3%)

$429,500 + $316,800

$746,300

2018

$8,866 (+5.6%)

$429,500 + $316,800

$746,300

2017

$8,394 (+11.0%)

$429,500 + $276,500

$706,000

2016

$7,560 (+6.5%)

$429,500 + $225,600

$655,100

2014

$7,098 (+3.0%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2013

$6,891 (+3.2%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2012

$6,677 (+3.8%)

$390,400 + $219,400

$609,800

2011

$6,435 (+3.5%)

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

2010

$6,217 (+5.7%)

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

2009

$5,880

$390,400 + $200,000

$590,400

*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

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

2,108

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140878

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, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Skylight,Closet - Linen,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Slider

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Paints & Finishes - Low VOC,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,670
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: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,866
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Highland Avenue to Carey Road or Webster Street to Carey Road
UnparsedAddress: 53 Carey Rd, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,108
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140878

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

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 • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi

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

50% 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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$1.45M – $1.75M

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Home values near 53 Carey Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
64 Carey Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1795 Sq. Ft.	$1,331,361
42 Carey Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,244,849

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Carey Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,120,789
36 Carey Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2844 Sq. Ft.	$1,857,181

Address	Redfin Estimate
48 Carey Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2435 Sq. Ft.	$1,427,999
29 Carey Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1704 Sq. Ft.	$1,258,841

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