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Off Market Jan 2021 for $1.1M

$1,733,695

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,561/mo

•

3,358

sq ft

53 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

The home you've been waiting for! This 4 (or 5) bed colonial is uniquely designed w/all of the desirable spaces you need (home office, crafts, media, lg closets, storage & more) while still offering an open concept from the kitchen to great room for relaxing & coming together at the end of the day. Move-in ready w/hardwood FLs throughout plus a 1st floor home office (easily used as a 5th bedroom). Beyond the living rm & dining rm (wainscoting) is a wonderfully remodeled kitchen (quartz counters, glass tiles, SS apps., custom cabs.), the spacious great rm w/fireplace & sliders open to a lg deck for year-round grilling & enjoyment. The master bedroom has 2 closets (one walk-in) & master bath w/jacuzzi-syle tub. Past the reading nook & family bath down the hall, ea of the 3 bedrms has a lg dbl. closet. The lower level is set up for crafts & toy/media rm. Many updates - spend your time enjoying the lush professionally landscaped (w/irrigation) fenced yard. NO OPEN HOUSES - Appointment Only

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

10,019 sq ftLot Size

$516Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mike Hughes Team • Hughes Residential

Bought with Christopher Masterman • Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72749859

Redfin Estimate

$1,733,695

$559K since sold in January 2021$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 1.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.76M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,650,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,019 sq ft
259 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,555,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,925 sq ft
11 Harvard Cir, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,800,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths3,413 sq ft
1124 Chestnut St, Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,685,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,455 sq ft
10 Rosegate Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD DEC 4, 2025
$1,735,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,596 sq ft
156 Woodbine Cir, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$2,115,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,334 sq ft
170 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494

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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

$3,249,000
6 beds6 baths7,420 sq ft
88 Woodbine Cir, Needham, MA 02494
$2,400,000
5 beds4 baths4,291 sq ft
94 Cynthia Rd, Needham, MA 02494
$1,795,000
3 beds4.5 baths3,013 sq ft
20 Crescent Rd #20, Needham, MA 02494
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This four bedroom home has been nicely maintained throughout. Nice open kitchen with granite countertops opens to a large family room with cathedral ceilings and sliders opening to the deck. Master and three additional bedrooms on the second floor....
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 53 Elder Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72749859

Jan 28, 2021

Sold

$1,175,000

$350/sq ft

Dec 10, 2020

Contingent

—

Nov 11, 2020

Relisted

—

Nov 3, 2020

Contingent

—

Oct 28, 2020

Listed

$1,200,000

$357/sq ft

MLS PIN #72141964

Jun 23, 2017

Sold

$975,000

$290/sq ft

Apr 11, 2017

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2017

Listed

$949,000

$283/sq ft

+16

Just what you have been waiting for........Young colonial w/spacious first floor includes a welcoming living room, dining room w/wainscoting, kitchen w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and white cabinets opens to an eating area and family room with cathedral ceiling, lovely fireplace and custom built-ins. A slider from the family room leads you to a super-sized deck. There is also a first floor 5th bedroom or office with full bath on this floor. Second floor offers gleaming hardwood floors with a master bedroom, walk-in closet and full bath. Three additional bedrooms with another full bath and large closets make up this floor. Garage parking leads to a mud room area w/large-sized closet. Lovely backyard & great commuter location. Easy walk to school, Trader Joe's, restaurants, shops & commuter rail. Close to Green line. Showings will begin at the open house on Sat, April 8th 1:30-3:30 and Sun April 9th1:30-3:30.

MLS PIN #70429034

Sep 28, 2006

Sold

$755,000

$225/sq ft

Aug 19, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jul 25, 2006

Listed

$777,000

$231/sq ft

A must see young Colonial in a like new condition. This nine room privately located home has it all:granite kitchen w/Stainless steel appliances, family room w/a fireplace overlooking deck and private yard, beautiful living room, formal dining,four bedrooms w/the 5th BR/den/office on the 1st floor, baths w/granite counters, finished basement, 1stFl spacious laundry, hardwood floors.This home is surrounded by beautiful grounds and is conveniently located close to major routes and Elliot school.

MLS PIN #30426669

Aug 31, 2000

Sold

$589,900

$176/sq ft

Jul 12, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jul 7, 2000

Listed

$589,900

$176/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,836 (+5.4%)

$480,500 + $733,900

$1,214,400

2022

$15,027 (+15.4%)

$429,000 + $694,900

$1,123,900

2021

$13,026 (+2.0%)

$429,000 + $570,700

$999,700

2020

$12,770 (+5.5%)

$429,000 + $593,400

$1,022,400

2019

$12,103 (+4.3%)

$390,000 + $586,800

$976,800

2018

$11,604 (+8.4%)

$390,000 + $586,800

$976,800

2017

$10,701 (+3.0%)

$390,000 + $510,000

$900,000

2016

$10,386 (+8.9%)

$390,000 + $510,000

$900,000

2014

$9,540 (+3.0%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2013

$9,261 (+3.2%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2012

$8,975 (+6.8%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2011

$8,406 (+3.5%)

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

2010

$8,121 (+5.7%)

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

2009

$7,681

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

Tax history for 53 Elder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,836 (+5.4%)

$480,500 + $733,900

$1,214,400

2022

$15,027 (+15.4%)

$429,000 + $694,900

$1,123,900

2021

$13,026 (+2.0%)

$429,000 + $570,700

$999,700

2020

$12,770 (+5.5%)

$429,000 + $593,400

$1,022,400

2019

$12,103 (+4.3%)

$390,000 + $586,800

$976,800

2018

$11,604 (+8.4%)

$390,000 + $586,800

$976,800

2017

$10,701 (+3.0%)

$390,000 + $510,000

$900,000

2016

$10,386 (+8.9%)

$390,000 + $510,000

$900,000

2014

$9,540 (+3.0%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2013

$9,261 (+3.2%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2012

$8,975 (+6.8%)

$325,000 + $494,600

$819,600

2011

$8,406 (+3.5%)

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

2010

$8,121 (+5.7%)

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

2009

$7,681

$325,000 + $446,200

$771,200

*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

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

2,816

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

142206

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, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Wainscoting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 330
Length: 22
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Cable Hookup,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 7X5
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Office, Game Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,358
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,770
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Webster Street => Elder Road
UnparsedAddress: 53 Elder Rd, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,816
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 142206

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: Tv And Mounts In Great Room, Dining Room Chandelier, Stereo System, Dog Gate And Security Cameras
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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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$1.65M – $1.99M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
64 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$967,447
65 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1592 Sq. Ft.	$1,285,325

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1803 Sq. Ft.	$1,150,149
71 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4378 Sq. Ft.	$2,639,875

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4870 Sq. Ft.	$2,477,324
44 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3860 Sq. Ft.	$2,039,740

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