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Off market aug 2023 for $2.2M

$2,384,500

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,131/mo

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4,836

sq ft

638 South St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

This custom colonial is beautifully updated and located in the sought after South Street estate neighborhood. The chefs kitchen includes a Wolf gas cooktop, multiple ovens and an oversized island. The Family room offers coffered ceilings, built ins, a gas fireplace and surround sound possibilities. An inviting screened porch opens to a bluestone patio for outdoor entertaining. A generous master bedroom suite offers a vaulted ceiling, oversized windows and two walk in closets adjoining a spa like bathroom with double vanities and a soaking tub. A first floor flex room for todays lifestyle, can be used as an office or bedroom with full bathroom access. An exceptional lower level is finished and has getaway space for everyone providing a second family room, game room, exercise room and full bath. The lush one acre grounds are professionally landscaped and provides ample outdoor entertaining areas for all to enjoy. Not to be missed!

Single-familyProperty Type

1997Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$493Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Debi Benoit • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Allison Blank • Compass

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73132533

Redfin Estimate

$2,384,500

$184K since sold in August 2023$34K since September

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This home's estimate is 2.3% 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 JUN 25, 2026
$2,650,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths7,023 sq ft
20 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$2,220,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,978 sq ft
89 Green St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$2,100,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths5,908 sq ft
175 Schoolmasters Ln, Dedham, MA 02026
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,315,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,692 sq ft
8 Sutton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$2,050,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,792 sq ft
39 Lawton Rd, 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

99.4%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

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OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 11AM
$929,000
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NEW 33 HRS AGO
$529,000
2 beds2 baths1,353 sq ft
1212 Greendale Ave #333, Needham, MA 02492
EARLY ACCESS
$1,099,000
3 beds2 baths1,692 sq ft
1250 Great Plain Ave #2, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SUN, 12:30PM TO 2PM
$1,175,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,859 sq ft
130 Grosvenor Rd, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$827,900
3 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft
1011 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
$2,800,000
6 beds5.5 baths5,984 sq ft
933 South St, Needham, MA 02492
OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 1:30PM
$3,299,000
7 beds5 baths5,969 sq ft
80 Locust Ln, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 638 South St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73132533

Aug 1, 2023

Sold

$2,200,000

$455/sq ft

Jul 7, 2023

Contingent

—

Jul 5, 2023

Listed

$1,955,000

$404/sq ft

MLS PIN #72646341

Jun 17, 2020

Sold

$1,599,000

$331/sq ft

May 22, 2020

Pending

—

May 14, 2020

Contingent

—

Apr 30, 2020

Price Changed

$1,599,000

$331/sq ft

Apr 21, 2020

Listed

$1,649,000

$341/sq ft

+26

Nicely updated custom colonial on private in the exclusive South Street estate area. Just 1/2 mile to stores and train.The kitchen is outfitted for a chef, three ovens plus a gas Wolfe cooktop, built-in refrigerator, and a huge island for all to gather. The family room has a coffered ceiling, built-ins and gas fireplace, the perfect place to enjoy a movie or the game, with the surround sound already in place. Relax in a covered screened porch and step to a bluestone patio to barbecue and entertain. The master bedroom has a dramatic vaulted ceiling, large windows, his and her walk-in-closets, a double vanity, and soaking tub. The lower level is finished with a large open second family room or game room, two additional rooms, plus a full bathroom offers space for everyone. A first floor den or bedroom with full bath access offers some nice flexibility to a very thoughtful design. An oversized two car garage and a driveway that allows for ample parking.

MLS PIN #71599968

Feb 28, 2014

Sold

$1,450,000

$300/sq ft

Feb 3, 2014

Contingent

—

Feb 3, 2014

Relisted

—

Feb 1, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jan 29, 2014

Contingent

—

Jan 3, 2014

Price Changed

$1,495,000

$309/sq ft

Oct 22, 2013

Listed

$1,549,000

$320/sq ft

+18

"As good as it gets" All remodeled like NEW - and it gets better - this one has an exclusive SOUTH STREET address and an ACRE lot. White Custom Kitchen with huge island and NEW designer Baths. The Kitchen is fit for the best cook with triple ovens and a GAS Wolfe cooktop. Walk past ornate square columns an enter the family room you've always wanted - coffered ceiling with a new custom mantel, the perfect place to enjoy a movie or the game with friends. Surround sound is already in place. Relax and enjoy the comfort of a screened porch and step to a bluestone patio. The master bedroom has his and her walk-in-closets, NEW BATH with radiant heated floor, and soaking tub. Lower level with finished great room offers space for everyone. PLUS ALL Natural gas!

Public Records

Nov 19, 1996

Sold

$325,000

$67/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,374 (+0.4%)

$700,000 + $862,400

$1,562,400

2022

$20,301 (+2.6%)

$700,000 + $818,400

$1,518,400

2021

$19,785 (+17.5%)

$700,000 + $818,400

$1,518,400

2020

$16,844 (+1.2%)

$700,000 + $648,600

$1,348,600

2019

$16,648 (+4.3%)

$700,000 + $643,700

$1,343,700

2018

$15,963 (−4.3%)

$700,000 + $643,700

$1,343,700

2017

$16,684 (+3.5%)

$700,000 + $703,200

$1,403,200

2016

$16,116 (+2.5%)

$700,000 + $696,500

$1,396,500

2014

$15,720 (−3.5%)

$700,000 + $650,500

$1,350,500

2013

$16,296 (+3.2%)

$700,000 + $742,100

$1,442,100

2012

$15,791 (+5.0%)

$700,000 + $742,100

$1,442,100

2011

$15,044 (+3.5%)

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

2010

$14,534 (+5.7%)

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

2009

$13,747

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

Tax history for 638 South St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,374 (+0.4%)

$700,000 + $862,400

$1,562,400

2022

$20,301 (+2.6%)

$700,000 + $818,400

$1,518,400

2021

$19,785 (+17.5%)

$700,000 + $818,400

$1,518,400

2020

$16,844 (+1.2%)

$700,000 + $648,600

$1,348,600

2019

$16,648 (+4.3%)

$700,000 + $643,700

$1,343,700

2018

$15,963 (−4.3%)

$700,000 + $643,700

$1,343,700

2017

$16,684 (+3.5%)

$700,000 + $703,200

$1,403,200

2016

$16,116 (+2.5%)

$700,000 + $696,500

$1,396,500

2014

$15,720 (−3.5%)

$700,000 + $650,500

$1,350,500

2013

$16,296 (+3.2%)

$700,000 + $742,100

$1,442,100

2012

$15,791 (+5.0%)

$700,000 + $742,100

$1,442,100

2011

$15,044 (+3.5%)

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

2010

$14,534 (+5.7%)

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

2009

$13,747

$700,000 + $680,200

$1,380,200

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1 Acre

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

3,444

Year built

1997

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145718

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: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 135
Length: 9
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

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

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full

Family Room Information
Area: 304
Length: 19
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access

Office Room Information
Area: 297
Length: 11
Width: 27
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Half, Office, Exercise Room, Play Room, Game Room, Bathroom, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,836
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Features: Wooded
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: $20,373
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: South Street between Webster and Chestnut
UnparsedAddress: 638 South Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,444
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145718

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 • 0.8mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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

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

$2.27M – $2.74M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
617 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5565 Sq. Ft.	$2,387,702
610 South Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4897 Sq. Ft.	$2,372,467

Address	Redfin Estimate
631 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3189 Sq. Ft.	$2,130,572
590 South Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4681 Sq. Ft.	$2,110,050

Address	Redfin Estimate
626 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,335,187
660 South Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 8337 Sq. Ft.	—

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