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Off Market Jun 2014 for $899K

$1,748,236

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,437/mo

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2,180

sq ft

61 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Meticulously maintained 4 bedroom center entrance Colonial in prime location. This home has it all: a gracious front to back fire-placed living room; a comfortable finished lower level family room; an oversized deck with a large, level yard, and abundant natural light! Many recent updates, including a new roof. Wonderful family-friendly neighborhood and easy potential for future expansion (see attached plot plan). Minutes from the Hersey Train and Broadmeadow School. Nothing to do but move in!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

8,000 sq ftLot Size

$802Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Gretchen Randall • Arborview Realty Inc.

Bought with Robert DiMartino • ERA Belsito & Associates, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71657633

Redfin Estimate

$1,748,236

$849K since sold in June 2014$3,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 41.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,190,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
89 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,955,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
15 Lancaster Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,220,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,006 sq ft
180 Broad Mdw, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,100,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$890,000
E
4 beds2 baths2,100 sq ft
23 Cheney St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,075,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,886 sq ft
64 Gayland Rd, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$390 MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,500,000
5 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
764 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 61 Whittier Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71657633

Jun 30, 2014

Sold

$899,000

$412/sq ft

Apr 15, 2014

Contingent

—

Apr 9, 2014

Listed

$799,000

$367/sq ft

MLS PIN #71022173

Feb 23, 2010

Sold

$700,000

$321/sq ft

Jan 25, 2010

Contingent

—

Jan 22, 2010

Listed

$719,900

$330/sq ft

Sunfilled NE Colonial in sought after neighborhood. Lovely front to back fireplaced living room. Gracious dining room with china cabinet. Custom built-in bookshelves accent first floor den. Four bedrooms plus a study on the 2nd floor. Beautifully finished lower level playroom. Walk up attic for additional storage. Oversized deck and professionally landscaped private yard. Short walk to commuter rail. Quality home in immaculate condition.

MLS PIN #70339317

May 1, 2006

Sold

$688,700

$316/sq ft

Mar 12, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 2006

Listed

$719,000

$330/sq ft

Lovely sun-filled center entrance colonial with many charming details. This home features an updated kitchen, elegant dining room, large living room with fireplace, and a first floor family room with built-ins. Laundry conveniently located on first floor in mud room. Upstairs office area can also serve as homework/computer room. Spacious deck overlooking level yard. Located in desirable Bird's Hill Neighborhood. You can walk to train, shops and schools. Visit our Sunday Open House 1-3 PM

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,369 (+4.2%)

$565,700 + $612,900

$1,178,600

2022

$14,751 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $579,400

$1,103,300

2021

$14,376 (+40.9%)

$523,900 + $579,400

$1,103,300

2020

$10,206 (+4.6%)

$524,400 + $292,700

$817,100

2019

$9,756 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $310,700

$787,400

2018

$9,354 (+4.8%)

$476,700 + $310,700

$787,400

2017

$8,926 (+4.0%)

$476,700 + $274,000

$750,700

2016

$8,581 (+9.7%)

$476,700 + $266,900

$743,600

2014

$7,820 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2013

$7,591 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2012

$7,356 (+3.7%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2011

$7,095 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

2010

$6,854 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

2009

$6,483

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

Tax history for 61 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,369 (+4.2%)

$565,700 + $612,900

$1,178,600

2022

$14,751 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $579,400

$1,103,300

2021

$14,376 (+40.9%)

$523,900 + $579,400

$1,103,300

2020

$10,206 (+4.6%)

$524,400 + $292,700

$817,100

2019

$9,756 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $310,700

$787,400

2018

$9,354 (+4.8%)

$476,700 + $310,700

$787,400

2017

$8,926 (+4.0%)

$476,700 + $274,000

$750,700

2016

$8,581 (+9.7%)

$476,700 + $266,900

$743,600

2014

$7,820 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2013

$7,591 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2012

$7,356 (+3.7%)

$414,500 + $257,300

$671,800

2011

$7,095 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

2010

$6,854 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

2009

$6,483

$414,500 + $236,400

$650,900

*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

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2019

Sq. Ft.

3,014

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137023

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 72
Length: 9
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 55
Length: 11
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Living Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 6X6
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet, Play Room, Bonus Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,180
Foundation Area: 999,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Level
Frontage Length: 80
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,953
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain Ave -> Whittier, between Elmwood and Douglas near golf course and Hersey T
UnparsedAddress: 61 Whittier Road, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,014
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137023

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer & Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

6/10 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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Estimated sale price

$1.66M – $2.01M

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Data from public records.

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49 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1735 Sq. Ft.	$1,400,485

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