OFF MARKET

Off Market Feb 2013 for $764K

$1,589,416

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,649/mo

•

2,556

sq ft

56 Thornton Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Great home in very desirable Broadmeadow school district! A 2006 bi-level kitchen/master suite addition completely expands this updated cape offering four bedrooms with the possibility of five. Expansive master suite, lower level playroom, walk-out basement, added window seats in expanded dormers and three full baths are just some of the thoughtful updates that this home offers. Within walking distance to the commuter rail, the Needham golf course, and Defazio field and minutes from route 95.

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

10,019 sq ftLot Size

$622Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by David Cahill • Century 21 Cahill Associates

Bought with Carole Miller • Century 21 Commonwealth

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•Source:MLS PIN #71454688

Redfin Estimate

$1,589,416

$825K since sold in February 2013$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.75M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,758,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,868 sq ft
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,200,000
B
5 beds3 baths3,833 sq ft
101 Bird St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,662,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,771 sq ft
68 Brookline St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,718,000
D
5 beds3 baths2,896 sq ft
23 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,955,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
15 Lancaster Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,220,000
F
3 beds3 baths2,006 sq ft
180 Broad Mdw, 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

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

New listings for sale

EARLY ACCESS
Unknown
3 beds3 baths2,619 sq ft
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$1,700,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,756 sq ft
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VIDEO TOUR
$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
1327 South St, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN WED, 4:30PM TO 6PM
$2,195,000
5 beds3 baths4,306 sq ft
57 Douglas Rd, Needham, MA 02492
$899,000
3 beds1 bath956 sq ft
462 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
$609,000
2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
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Sale history for 56 Thornton Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71454688

Feb 28, 2013

Sold

$764,000

$299/sq ft

Jan 11, 2013

Contingent

—

Nov 14, 2012

Relisted

—

Nov 12, 2012

Contingent

—

Nov 10, 2012

Relisted

—

Nov 7, 2012

Contingent

—

Nov 5, 2012

Listed

$789,000

$309/sq ft

MLS PIN #30529510

Sep 27, 2001

Sold

$446,000

$174/sq ft

Aug 31, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Aug 3, 2001

Listed

$459,000

$180/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,213 (+6.0%)

$589,200 + $347,400

$936,600

2022

$11,518 (+2.6%)

$521,400 + $340,100

$861,500

2021

$11,225 (+5.3%)

$521,400 + $340,100

$861,500

2020

$10,661 (+7.2%)

$521,400 + $332,200

$853,600

2019

$9,945 (+4.3%)

$474,000 + $328,700

$802,700

2018

$9,536 (+5.1%)

$474,000 + $328,700

$802,700

2017

$9,070 (+3.0%)

$474,000 + $288,800

$762,800

2016

$8,803 (+5.9%)

$474,000 + $288,800

$762,800

2014

$8,310 (+9.3%)

$395,000 + $318,900

$713,900

2013

$7,606 (+3.2%)

$395,000 + $278,100

$673,100

2012

$7,370 (+4.3%)

$395,000 + $278,100

$673,100

2011

$7,066 (+3.5%)

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

2010

$6,827 (+5.7%)

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

2009

$6,457

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

Tax history for 56 Thornton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,213 (+6.0%)

$589,200 + $347,400

$936,600

2022

$11,518 (+2.6%)

$521,400 + $340,100

$861,500

2021

$11,225 (+5.3%)

$521,400 + $340,100

$861,500

2020

$10,661 (+7.2%)

$521,400 + $332,200

$853,600

2019

$9,945 (+4.3%)

$474,000 + $328,700

$802,700

2018

$9,536 (+5.1%)

$474,000 + $328,700

$802,700

2017

$9,070 (+3.0%)

$474,000 + $288,800

$762,800

2016

$8,803 (+5.9%)

$474,000 + $288,800

$762,800

2014

$8,310 (+9.3%)

$395,000 + $318,900

$713,900

2013

$7,606 (+3.2%)

$395,000 + $278,100

$673,100

2012

$7,370 (+4.3%)

$395,000 + $278,100

$673,100

2011

$7,066 (+3.5%)

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

2010

$6,827 (+5.7%)

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

2009

$6,457

$395,000 + $253,300

$648,300

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,234

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137412

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: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Center Hall

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,556
Foundation Area: 935
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,370
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain Avenue to Broad Meadow Road to Thornton Road.
UnparsedAddress: 56 Thornton Road, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,234
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137412

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools
Places
Transit

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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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$1.51M – $1.83M

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Home values near 56 Thornton Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5640 Sq. Ft.	$3,366,916
63 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5600 Sq. Ft.	$3,023,180

Address	Redfin Estimate
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55 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1920 Sq. Ft.	$1,261,208

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5082 Sq. Ft.	$2,328,574
47 Thornton Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3862 Sq. Ft.	$1,985,548

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