OFF MARKET

Off market jan 2013 for $1.1M

$2,131,523

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,303/mo

•

5,400

sq ft

640 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Welcome home to this private, 1+ acre park-like setting w/in walking distance to town & train. Wonderful 5BR Colonial. Generous eat-in granite/stainless kitchen opens to fireplaced family room w/ wetbar. Lovely first floor study w/ built-in bookcases. Formal living & dining rooms. Rear stairs lead to wonderful guest suite. Bright, finished lower level includes a bath. Freshly painted w/ gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Level yard & oversized deck make it easy to enjoy the beautiful property

Single-familyProperty Type

1994Year Built

1.13 acresLot Size

$395Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bell Property Partners • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

Bought with Barbara Alavi • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Milton - Adams St.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71378109

Redfin Estimate

$2,131,523

$1.0M since sold in January 2013$5,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 15.9% lower than the average sale price ($2.54M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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B
5 beds4.5 baths5,908 sq ft
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$2,650,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths7,023 sq ft
20 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$2,315,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths3,692 sq ft
8 Sutton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$3,050,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,973 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,450,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths5,967 sq ft
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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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Sale history for 640 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71378109

Jan 23, 2013

Sold

$1,125,000

$208/sq ft

Dec 18, 2012

Contingent

—

Dec 4, 2012

Price Changed

$1,200,000

$222/sq ft

Nov 5, 2012

Relisted

—

Nov 5, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Sep 10, 2012

Price Changed

$1,275,000

$236/sq ft

Jun 21, 2012

Price Changed

$1,350,000

$250/sq ft

May 4, 2012

Listed

$1,400,000

$259/sq ft

MLS PIN #50294912

Dec 8, 1995

Sold

$640,000

$119/sq ft

Oct 26, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Jul 25, 1995

Listed

$689,000

$128/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 30, 1995

Sold

$595,000

$110/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,962 (+0.3%)

$579,300 + $644,800

$1,224,100

2022

$15,912 (+2.6%)

$579,300 + $610,800

$1,190,100

2021

$15,507 (+0.9%)

$579,300 + $610,800

$1,190,100

2020

$15,364 (+1.7%)

$579,400 + $650,700

$1,230,100

2019

$15,106 (+4.3%)

$579,400 + $639,800

$1,219,200

2018

$14,484 (−4.5%)

$579,400 + $639,800

$1,219,200

2017

$15,173 (+19.6%)

$579,400 + $696,700

$1,276,100

2016

$12,685 (−8.6%)

$544,400 + $554,800

$1,099,200

2014

$13,873 (−6.5%)

$649,400 + $542,400

$1,191,800

2013

$14,841 (+3.2%)

$719,400 + $594,000

$1,313,400

2012

$14,382 (+3.5%)

$719,400 + $594,000

$1,313,400

2011

$13,902 (+3.5%)

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

2010

$13,430 (+5.7%)

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

2009

$12,703

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

Tax history for 640 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,962 (+0.3%)

$579,300 + $644,800

$1,224,100

2022

$15,912 (+2.6%)

$579,300 + $610,800

$1,190,100

2021

$15,507 (+0.9%)

$579,300 + $610,800

$1,190,100

2020

$15,364 (+1.7%)

$579,400 + $650,700

$1,230,100

2019

$15,106 (+4.3%)

$579,400 + $639,800

$1,219,200

2018

$14,484 (−4.5%)

$579,400 + $639,800

$1,219,200

2017

$15,173 (+19.6%)

$579,400 + $696,700

$1,276,100

2016

$12,685 (−8.6%)

$544,400 + $554,800

$1,099,200

2014

$13,873 (−6.5%)

$649,400 + $542,400

$1,191,800

2013

$14,841 (+3.2%)

$719,400 + $594,000

$1,313,400

2012

$14,382 (+3.5%)

$719,400 + $594,000

$1,313,400

2011

$13,902 (+3.5%)

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

2010

$13,430 (+5.7%)

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

2009

$12,703

$719,400 + $556,000

$1,275,400

*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

1.13 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

3,814

Year built

1994

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145798

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: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

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

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Mud Room, Bathroom, Study, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,400
Foundation Area: 999,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.13
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,382
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between South Street and Needham Junction.
UnparsedAddress: 640 Chestnut St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,814
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145798

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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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Historical weather

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

$2.03M – $2.45M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
608 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$1,951,368
630 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3545 Sq. Ft.	$2,102,164
92 High Rock St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3687 Sq. Ft.	$2,007,345
731 South St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3699 Sq. Ft.	$2,111,641
24 Stonefield Ct, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 6196 Sq. Ft.	$3,022,759
27 Woodworth Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7160 Sq. Ft.	$3,427,686
72 Stonecrest Dr, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5911 Sq. Ft.	$3,070,566

Address	Redfin Estimate
700 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 8 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7807 Sq. Ft.	$3,775,005
623 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4168 Sq. Ft.	$2,252,147
104 High Rock St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5750 Sq. Ft.	$2,265,783
767 South St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3531 Sq. Ft.	$1,790,158
73 Stonecrest Dr, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6343 Sq. Ft.	$3,295,781
84 High Rock St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5200 Sq. Ft.	$2,025,128
701 South St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5022 Sq. Ft.	$2,823,444

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11 Parkman Way, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3872 Sq. Ft.	$2,075,090
67 Stonecrest Dr, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 7191 Sq. Ft.	$3,005,119
41 Woodworth Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 9000 Sq. Ft.	$3,727,763

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