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Off Market Jul 2019 for $730K

$1,061,530

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,009/mo

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1,805

sq ft

549 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

This fabulous cape offers suburban living with an urban twist. Close to the train, grocery, YMCA and all that Needham center has to offer. Charm abounds in this home; with a lovely fireplaced living room, dining room with built in china cabinet, eat-in kitchen with newer appliances, leathered granite counters and subway tiles, sunny cathedral ceiling study or family room and a half bath on the first floor. On the second floor you will find a generous master bedroom, two adorable bedrooms and a full bath. Other amenities include; hardwood flooring throughout, lower level playroom, new gas furnace and hot water heater, newer windows, one car garage, expanded driveway and large deck overlooking the level yard. This is just the home you have been waiting for!

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

7,405 sq ftLot Size

$588Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Beth Regan • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Miaoli Deng • JW Real Estate Services, LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #72480058

Redfin Estimate

$1,061,530

$332K since sold in July 2019$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 4.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,075,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,886 sq ft
64 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,320,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,668 sq ft
91 Henderson St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$1,079,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,670 sq ft
1034 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,165,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,065 sq ft
50 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$650,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,087 sq ft
72 Marked Tree Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,400,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,768 sq ft
11 Mayo Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.8%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

0 days MoM

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17 MoM

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$1,295,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,456 sq ft
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Sale history for 549 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72480058

Jul 11, 2019

Sold

$730,000

$404/sq ft

Apr 15, 2019

Pending

—

Apr 10, 2019

Listed

$735,000

$407/sq ft

MLS PIN #71520043

Jul 15, 2013

Sold

$539,000

$299/sq ft

May 25, 2013

Contingent

—

May 17, 2013

Relisted

—

May 6, 2013

Contingent

—

May 4, 2013

Listed

$549,000

$304/sq ft

+18

Charming Cape, This lovely home has three bedrooms one and a half baths. Bedrooms all being on the second floor. Front to back living room with fireplace, dining room with built-in hutch, kitchen with breakfast nook. Bright sunny family room leading out to deck. Bonus finished room with fireplace in basement adds approximately 200 sq. ft. House has great curb appeal and nice level back yard. Desirable and convenient location to town and commuter rail.

MLS PIN #70253345

Dec 15, 2005

Sold

$520,000

$288/sq ft

Nov 10, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Sep 6, 2005

Listed

$530,000

$294/sq ft

Character and Condition highlight this lovely home a short walk to commuter train & town.Desirable features incl. gracious front to back living room w. fireplace,classic dining room & breakfast nook in the updated kitchen.The 1st floor has a sunny family room with cath.ceiling & deck overlookg the fenced yard. The lower level has a finished playrm/office w fireplce whichs adds 200 sq ft.There are 3 bedrms upstairs & the spacious master has access to attic storage.New roof & ext. paint 2005

MLS PIN #30405500

Jun 23, 2000

Sold

$401,000

$222/sq ft

May 1, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Apr 27, 2000

Listed

$399,000

$221/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 15, 1997

Sold

$280,000

$155/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 29, 1987

Sold

$232,000

$129/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,105 (+3.9%)

$435,400 + $262,800

$698,200

2022

$8,760 (+2.6%)

$403,200 + $252,000

$655,200

2021

$8,537 (+18.3%)

$403,200 + $252,000

$655,200

2020

$7,219 (+8.5%)

$403,600 + $174,400

$578,000

2019

$6,656 (+4.3%)

$366,900 + $170,300

$537,200

2018

$6,382 (+3.7%)

$366,900 + $170,300

$537,200

2017

$6,152 (+3.0%)

$366,900 + $150,500

$517,400

2016

$5,971 (−0.7%)

$366,900 + $150,500

$517,400

2014

$6,016 (+3.0%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2013

$5,840 (+3.2%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2012

$5,659 (+0.4%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2011

$5,634 (+3.5%)

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

2010

$5,443 (+5.7%)

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

2009

$5,148

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

Tax history for 549 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,105 (+3.9%)

$435,400 + $262,800

$698,200

2022

$8,760 (+2.6%)

$403,200 + $252,000

$655,200

2021

$8,537 (+18.3%)

$403,200 + $252,000

$655,200

2020

$7,219 (+8.5%)

$403,600 + $174,400

$578,000

2019

$6,656 (+4.3%)

$366,900 + $170,300

$537,200

2018

$6,382 (+3.7%)

$366,900 + $170,300

$537,200

2017

$6,152 (+3.0%)

$366,900 + $150,500

$517,400

2016

$5,971 (−0.7%)

$366,900 + $150,500

$517,400

2014

$6,016 (+3.0%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2013

$5,840 (+3.2%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2012

$5,659 (+0.4%)

$333,600 + $183,200

$516,800

2011

$5,634 (+3.5%)

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

2010

$5,443 (+5.7%)

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

2009

$5,148

$353,200 + $163,700

$516,900

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,405

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

1,805

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

139566

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Pool

Last updated by owner on Feb 28, 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, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Attic Access,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 22
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 192
Length: 12
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead,Archway

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Skylight(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Overhead, Study, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,405
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Taupe

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,655.91
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric Baseboard, Hot Water

Location

Location Information
Directions: On right from Roche Bros, across from Fletcher Road. Parking on Fletcher if needed.
UnparsedAddress: 549 Chestnut Street, 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, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,805
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Norfolk County
APN: 139566
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 28, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Excluding Washer, Dryer , Mounted Tv In Living Room And Refrigerator In Unfinished Basement
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

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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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
530 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2522 Sq. Ft.	—
558 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1581 Sq. Ft.	$1,024,092

Address	Redfin Estimate
540 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1764 Sq. Ft.	$1,036,782
527 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1496 Sq. Ft.	$980,400

Address	Redfin Estimate
564 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$921,089
537 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2560 Sq. Ft.	$1,286,994

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