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Off Market Aug 2014 for $629K

$1,150,149

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $558/mo

•

1,803

sq ft

56 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

So much space in this large and lovely Ranch! Move right in to this thoughtfully updated, generously proportioned home featuring a newer kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, large living room with wood burning fireplace, sunny family room, bright and cheerful dining room, updated baths, whirlpool tub, three generously-sized bedrooms, new central air, enormous fully fenced yard, direct entry garage, extra-large walkout basement, and much more! Recent systems upgrades include roof, electrical, gas heating system, and central air system. Perfectly located near the Needham Heights commuter rail stop, with easy highway access and convenience to Boston.

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

0.36 acresLot Size

$638Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Katherine Meisenheimer • Centre Realty Group

Bought with Barbara Honthumb • Century 21 Commonwealth

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•Source:MLS PIN #71695061

Redfin Estimate

$1,150,149

$521K since sold in August 2014$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 1.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$1,049,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,607 sq ft
53 Yale Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,250,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,478 sq ft
34 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUN 16, 2026
$1,050,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,544 sq ft
17 Daley St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD SEP 23, 2025
$1,300,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,760 sq ft
36 Yale Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$761,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft
17 Evergreen Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,625,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,996 sq ft
42 Jackson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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
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$2,400,000
5 beds4 baths4,291 sq ft
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$1,795,000
3 beds4.5 baths3,013 sq ft
20 Crescent Rd #20, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale history for 56 Elder Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71695061

Aug 20, 2014

Sold

$629,000

$349/sq ft

Jun 21, 2014

Contingent

—

Jun 7, 2014

Listed

$640,000

$355/sq ft

MLS PIN #71430131

Jan 11, 2013

Sold

$540,000

$300/sq ft

Dec 2, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Nov 13, 2012

Price Changed

$549,900

$305/sq ft

Oct 23, 2012

Relisted

—

Oct 6, 2012

Contingent

—

Sep 26, 2012

Price Changed

$558,000

$309/sq ft

Sep 4, 2012

Listed

$579,000

$321/sq ft

+22

Celebrate the NEW YEAR in your NEW HOME! Easy Living in Large Ranch w/bright spacious rooms all w/hardwood floors. Newer Kitchen w/granite counters & updated baths plus spa tub! System updates include new roof, electrical, brand new gas heating system. This home is "MOVE IN" ready! Click on Blue Icon for tour. Extra large walk-out basement partially finished for more Living Area! Quiet Neighborhood, convenient to highways, commuter rail, shopping & Boston! Call for a showing today!

MLS PIN #70289828

May 5, 2006

Sold

$450,323

$250/sq ft

Mar 30, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Nov 4, 2005

Listed

$475,000

$263/sq ft

Price Reduced! Property to be sold AS IS. Large lot on quiet side street, home suitable for renovation or rebuilding. Spacious floor plan one one level (1800 sq ft) with large basement for refinishing. Bring buyers with an eye for a project. Just one mile from Needham Heights shopping center and train station. Low traffic road and proximity to Cricket and Mills Field playgrounds makes this a great location. Affordable opportunity, sound investment!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,550 (+6.4%)

$489,900 + $242,500

$732,400

2022

$8,977 (+2.6%)

$438,400 + $233,000

$671,400

2021

$8,748 (+2.3%)

$438,400 + $233,000

$671,400

2020

$8,554 (+7.3%)

$438,400 + $246,500

$684,900

2019

$7,970 (+4.3%)

$399,400 + $243,900

$643,300

2018

$7,642 (+5.0%)

$399,400 + $243,900

$643,300

2017

$7,280 (+10.3%)

$399,400 + $212,900

$612,300

2016

$6,602 (+4.2%)

$399,400 + $172,700

$572,100

2014

$6,338 (+3.6%)

$334,400 + $210,100

$544,500

2013

$6,117 (+3.2%)

$334,400 + $206,900

$541,300

2012

$5,927 (+4.1%)

$334,400 + $206,900

$541,300

2011

$5,695 (+3.5%)

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

2010

$5,502 (+5.7%)

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

2009

$5,204

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

Tax history for 56 Elder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,550 (+6.4%)

$489,900 + $242,500

$732,400

2022

$8,977 (+2.6%)

$438,400 + $233,000

$671,400

2021

$8,748 (+2.3%)

$438,400 + $233,000

$671,400

2020

$8,554 (+7.3%)

$438,400 + $246,500

$684,900

2019

$7,970 (+4.3%)

$399,400 + $243,900

$643,300

2018

$7,642 (+5.0%)

$399,400 + $243,900

$643,300

2017

$7,280 (+10.3%)

$399,400 + $212,900

$612,300

2016

$6,602 (+4.2%)

$399,400 + $172,700

$572,100

2014

$6,338 (+3.6%)

$334,400 + $210,100

$544,500

2013

$6,117 (+3.2%)

$334,400 + $206,900

$541,300

2012

$5,927 (+4.1%)

$334,400 + $206,900

$541,300

2011

$5,695 (+3.5%)

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

2010

$5,502 (+5.7%)

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

2009

$5,204

$334,400 + $188,100

$522,500

*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

0.36 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,803

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

142204

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, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Tile

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,803
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Property Information
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,337.98
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Webster St to Elder Rd
UnparsedAddress: 56 Elder Rd, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,803
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 142204

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Wall-Mount Tv Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

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Places
Transit

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

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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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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

$1.09M – $1.32M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
86 Elder Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1274 Sq. Ft.	$938,823
52 Elder Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4870 Sq. Ft.	$2,477,324

Address	Redfin Estimate
78 Elder Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 6869 Sq. Ft.	$2,888,510
53 Elder Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3358 Sq. Ft.	$1,733,695

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

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