Off market jan 2005 for $985K

$1,636,048

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,415/mo

•

2,610

sq ft

55 Cynthia Rd, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

Family living at its best! House beautiful in sought after child-friendly neighborhood. A large foyer and elegant staircase set the tone for this sophisticated 4+ BR, 3.5 bath C.E.Col. Cathedral ceiling FR off fabulous kitchen with separate eating area wet bar, 1st flr laundry rm. Master BR with large walk-in closet and marble bath with Jacuzzi. Other baths with granite. Walk out finished lower level with playroom, au paire suite and full bath. Two private decks overlooking conservation land.

Single-familyProperty Type

1992Year Built

0.31 acresLot Size

$627Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Harriet Lieb • Realty Consultants

Bought with Harriet Lieb • Realty Consultants

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•Source:MLS PIN #70122207

Redfin Estimate

$1,636,048

$651K since sold in January 2005$20K since October

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This home's estimate is 1.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.61M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$1,115,000
A
5 beds3 baths2,167 sq ft
114 Parish Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$2,015,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,988 sq ft
180 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,550,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,237 sq ft
27 Rolling Ln, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,520,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,112 sq ft
36 Eliot Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,130,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,609 sq ft
21 Madison Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

13 days MoM

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8 MoM

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EARLY ACCESS
$2,995,000
5 beds8 baths6,617 sq ft
208 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494
$549,000
2 beds2 baths1,032 sq ft
100 Rosemary Way #130, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale history for 55 Cynthia Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,995 (+4.5%)

$496,900 + $653,000

$1,149,900

2022

$14,355 (+2.6%)

$448,200 + $625,500

$1,073,700

2021

$13,990 (+3.0%)

$448,200 + $625,500

$1,073,700

2020

$13,587 (+6.5%)

$448,200 + $639,600

$1,087,800

2019

$12,757 (+4.3%)

$408,000 + $621,600

$1,029,600

2018

$12,232 (+7.8%)

$408,000 + $621,600

$1,029,600

2017

$11,347 (+3.5%)

$408,000 + $546,300

$954,300

2016

$10,958 (+5.6%)

$408,000 + $541,600

$949,600

2014

$10,376 (+3.0%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2013

$10,073 (+3.2%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2012

$9,761 (+5.8%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2011

$9,227 (+3.7%)

$371,400 + $475,100

$846,500

2010

$8,902 (+5.7%)

$371,400 + $474,000

$845,400

2009

$8,420

$371,400 + $474,000

$845,400

Tax history for 55 Cynthia Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,995 (+4.5%)

$496,900 + $653,000

$1,149,900

2022

$14,355 (+2.6%)

$448,200 + $625,500

$1,073,700

2021

$13,990 (+3.0%)

$448,200 + $625,500

$1,073,700

2020

$13,587 (+6.5%)

$448,200 + $639,600

$1,087,800

2019

$12,757 (+4.3%)

$408,000 + $621,600

$1,029,600

2018

$12,232 (+7.8%)

$408,000 + $621,600

$1,029,600

2017

$11,347 (+3.5%)

$408,000 + $546,300

$954,300

2016

$10,958 (+5.6%)

$408,000 + $541,600

$949,600

2014

$10,376 (+3.0%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2013

$10,073 (+3.2%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2012

$9,761 (+5.8%)

$371,400 + $520,000

$891,400

2011

$9,227 (+3.7%)

$371,400 + $475,100

$846,500

2010

$8,902 (+5.7%)

$371,400 + $474,000

$845,400

2009

$8,420

$371,400 + $474,000

$845,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.31 Acres

Year renovated

2002

Sq. Ft.

2,799

Year built

1992

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143163

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Nov 6, 2024 • Final

Building permit - residential (single, 2-family or townhouses) projects

Roofing

May 2, 2023 • Final

Building permit - residential (single, 2-family or townhouses) projects

Remodel

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.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom, Play Room, Foyer, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,610
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: green
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,511.05
Tax Year: 2004

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Humidity Control, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Central to Cynthia
UnparsedAddress: 55 Cynthia Rd, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,799
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143163

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Drapery & Rods In Lr,Dr,Fr,Mbr
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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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Historical weather

Needham, MA • 02494

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.56M – $1.88M

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Home values near 55 Cynthia Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$1,380,439
22 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1337 Sq. Ft.	$1,029,335
81 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2825 Sq. Ft.	$1,672,677
63 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2398 Sq. Ft.	$1,399,863
82 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3890 Sq. Ft.	$1,901,396
41 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3232 Sq. Ft.	$1,503,370
620 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$1,581,275

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2058 Sq. Ft.	$1,209,500
28 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1472 Sq. Ft.	$1,095,275
73 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3040 Sq. Ft.	$1,836,954
49 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2854 Sq. Ft.	$1,439,166
94 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4291 Sq. Ft.	$2,159,789
70 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2844 Sq. Ft.	$1,648,872
5 Louart Drive, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$1,689,372

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,230,267
89 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,496,463
67 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3774 Sq. Ft.	$1,778,534
62 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4400 Sq. Ft.	$1,751,883
48 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2680 Sq. Ft.	$1,512,256
34 Cynthia Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1748 Sq. Ft.	$1,355,439
6 Louart Drive, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2639 Sq. Ft.	$1,552,460

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