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Off market jun 2025 for $2.8M

$2,884,760

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $10,737/mo

•

6,114

sq ft

56 Lantern Ln, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Sited on over an acre of private professionally landscaped grounds on a cul de sac, this stately 5 bedroom home features a spectacular floorplan with formal living and dining rooms, a private study and recently renovated chef’s kitchen that opens to a fireplaced family room. Four generous bedrooms and 2 renovated bathrooms on the second floor including the handsome primary suite with spa bath and walk in closet. A separate inlaw or guest suite offers flexible living arrangements. Fabulous lower level with recreation room, gym, media area and full bath. Three car garage, private rolling lawns and around the corner from train, shops and restaurants.

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

1.05 acresLot Size

$472Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Donahue Maley and Burns Team • Compass

Bought with Thom McGair • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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•Source:MLS PIN #73341611

Redfin Estimate

$2,884,760

$35K since sold in June 2025$17K since September

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This home's estimate is 23.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.33M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$2,650,000
A
5 beds4 baths5,376 sq ft
1098 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,315,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths3,692 sq ft
8 Sutton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$2,100,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths5,908 sq ft
175 Schoolmasters Ln, Dedham, MA 02026
SOLD OCT 14, 2025
$2,050,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths5,524 sq ft
429 Warren St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,650,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths7,023 sq ft
20 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$2,200,000
F
4 beds4.5 baths6,251 sq ft
1275 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.6%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 56 Lantern Ln

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73341611

Jun 9, 2025

Sold

$2,850,000

$466/sq ft

Mar 12, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 5, 2025

Listed

$2,895,000

$474/sq ft

MLS PIN #70403163

Nov 15, 2006

Sold

$1,610,000

$263/sq ft

Sep 21, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 8, 2006

Listed

$1,689,000

$276/sq ft

Set apart from the ordinary, this magnificent home offers rich details beyond your expectations. From your first steps into the marble foyer, you are surrounded by refined elegance and exceptional touches that include custom wall coverings, brilliant lighting, detailed woodwork & mouldings, custom granite & marble in kitchen & baths, professional grade appliances, telecom & security systems. Handsomely sited on a private acre, this home is the ultimate in sophistication.

MLS PIN #30614980

May 8, 2003

Sold

$1,195,550

$196/sq ft

Mar 28, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Jun 7, 2002

Listed

$1,450,000

$237/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 25, 1988

Sold

$770,000

$126/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 16, 1987

Sold

$260,000

$43/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,430 (+0.4%)

$708,000 + $935,400

$1,643,400

2022

$21,335 (+2.6%)

$708,000 + $887,700

$1,595,700

2021

$20,792 (+5.1%)

$708,000 + $887,700

$1,595,700

2020

$19,774 (+2.0%)

$704,000 + $879,200

$1,583,200

2019

$19,382 (+4.3%)

$704,000 + $860,300

$1,564,300

2018

$18,584 (−4.8%)

$704,000 + $860,300

$1,564,300

2017

$19,511 (+3.0%)

$704,000 + $937,000

$1,641,000

2016

$18,937 (+0.6%)

$704,000 + $937,000

$1,641,000

2014

$18,821 (+3.0%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2013

$18,271 (+3.2%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2012

$17,705 (+6.8%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2011

$16,578 (+3.5%)

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

2010

$16,015 (+5.7%)

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

2009

$15,148

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

Tax history for 56 Lantern Ln

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,430 (+0.4%)

$708,000 + $935,400

$1,643,400

2022

$21,335 (+2.6%)

$708,000 + $887,700

$1,595,700

2021

$20,792 (+5.1%)

$708,000 + $887,700

$1,595,700

2020

$19,774 (+2.0%)

$704,000 + $879,200

$1,583,200

2019

$19,382 (+4.3%)

$704,000 + $860,300

$1,564,300

2018

$18,584 (−4.8%)

$704,000 + $860,300

$1,564,300

2017

$19,511 (+3.0%)

$704,000 + $937,000

$1,641,000

2016

$18,937 (+0.6%)

$704,000 + $937,000

$1,641,000

2014

$18,821 (+3.0%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2013

$18,271 (+3.2%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2012

$17,705 (+6.8%)

$704,000 + $912,900

$1,616,900

2011

$16,578 (+3.5%)

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

2010

$16,015 (+5.7%)

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

2009

$15,148

$704,000 + $816,900

$1,520,900

*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

1.05 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

4,810

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

139436

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: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 300
Length: 15
Width: 20
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Third
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Laminate

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 525
Length: 15
Width: 35
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 420
Length: 15
Width: 28
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 552
Length: 24
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 528
Length: 22
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,114
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.05
Lot Features: Level

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,524
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Chestnut St to Lantern Lane
UnparsedAddress: 56 Lantern Ln, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 139436

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 67-75% chance 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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Estimated sale price

$2.74M – $3.32M

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Home values near 56 Lantern Ln

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1901 Sq. Ft.	$1,287,859
20 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1456 Sq. Ft.	$1,216,454

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2149 Sq. Ft.	$1,405,129
40 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3204 Sq. Ft.	$1,696,731

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2216 Sq. Ft.	$1,459,281
48 Lantern Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3380 Sq. Ft.	$2,004,190

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