OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2017 for $925K

$1,518,083

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,625/mo

•

2,750

sq ft

56 Morningside Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Stunning Center hall colonial Winter views of downtown Boston and bird sanctuary at rear of wooded lot. Meticulously landscaped over a 35year period with trees, shrubs and perennials. Oversize 1/3 acre lot with lawn for ample space for lawn games. Enjoy Watching the seasons change. Cooking and dining in the south facing kitchen overlooking the gardens. Very peaceful setting, a short seven minute walk to MBTA commuter rail. Lower level: office/recreation room, full bath and laundry, Entrance on grade level. First floor: Gourmet kitchen sub zero refrigerator and Miele steam oven, master chef oven, and built-in coffee system. Dining room, living room, library and 1/2 bath. Front and side entrance at grade level. Second floor: master bedroom with walk in closet, two additional bedrooms and full bath. Meticulously restored and maintained home situated on Bird’s Hill, the highest point in Needham. Located

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$552Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Cynthia Janisch • Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Maureen Steverman • RE/MAX Home Team

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•Source:MLS PIN #72192606

Redfin Estimate

$1,518,083

$593K since sold in September 2017$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 6.2% lower than the average sale price ($1.62M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,770,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,645 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$1,665,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,756 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$1,415,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,615 sq ft
86 Grosvenor Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,400,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,622 sq ft
246 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,700,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
52 Beaufort Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,758,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,868 sq ft
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.4%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

6 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 56 Morningside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,247 (+3.6%)

$588,400 + $350,800

$939,200

2022

$11,819 (+2.6%)

$545,400 + $338,600

$884,000

2021

$11,519 (+1.5%)

$545,400 + $338,600

$884,000

2020

$11,346 (+7.5%)

$545,400 + $363,000

$908,400

2019

$10,555 (+20.4%)

$496,500 + $355,400

$851,900

2018

$8,767 (+4.0%)

$472,100 + $265,900

$738,000

2017

$8,429 (+3.0%)

$472,100 + $236,800

$708,900

2016

$8,181 (+9.8%)

$472,100 + $236,800

$708,900

2014

$7,453 (+3.4%)

$411,500 + $228,800

$640,300

2013

$7,207 (+6.9%)

$411,500 + $226,300

$637,800

2012

$6,744 (+2.7%)

$411,500 + $204,400

$615,900

2011

$6,566 (+3.5%)

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

2010

$6,343 (+5.7%)

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

2009

$6,000

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

Tax history for 56 Morningside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,247 (+3.6%)

$588,400 + $350,800

$939,200

2022

$11,819 (+2.6%)

$545,400 + $338,600

$884,000

2021

$11,519 (+1.5%)

$545,400 + $338,600

$884,000

2020

$11,346 (+7.5%)

$545,400 + $363,000

$908,400

2019

$10,555 (+20.4%)

$496,500 + $355,400

$851,900

2018

$8,767 (+4.0%)

$472,100 + $265,900

$738,000

2017

$8,429 (+3.0%)

$472,100 + $236,800

$708,900

2016

$8,181 (+9.8%)

$472,100 + $236,800

$708,900

2014

$7,453 (+3.4%)

$411,500 + $228,800

$640,300

2013

$7,207 (+6.9%)

$411,500 + $226,300

$637,800

2012

$6,744 (+2.7%)

$411,500 + $204,400

$615,900

2011

$6,566 (+3.5%)

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

2010

$6,343 (+5.7%)

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

2009

$6,000

$411,500 + $190,900

$602,400

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

1,815

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

138118

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# 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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Remodeled,Slider,Pot Filler Faucet

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,750
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: grey-green

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Green Energy Efficient : Attic Vent Elec.

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
Lot Features: Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,336
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: 128 to Great Plain Ave to Bird's Hill Rd to Morningside Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 56 Morningside Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,815
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Norfolk County
APN: 138118

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 97° expected this year, 13 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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Needham, MA • 02492

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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

$1.44M – $1.75M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2125 Sq. Ft.	$1,499,058
78 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5534 Sq. Ft.	$2,862,864
44 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1595 Sq. Ft.	$1,170,792
45 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$1,128,996
165 Hillcrest Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1884 Sq. Ft.	$1,236,406
156 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1852 Sq. Ft.	$1,264,694
184 Hillcrest Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1334 Sq. Ft.	$1,323,912

Address	Redfin Estimate
85 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3002 Sq. Ft.	$1,964,030
30 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1757 Sq. Ft.	$1,270,054
50 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2023 Sq. Ft.	$1,286,550
33 Morningside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$1,307,230
170 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2479 Sq. Ft.	$1,396,747
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