OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2018 for $1.3M

$1,995,195

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,536/mo

•

2,900

sq ft

70 May St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Rare opportunity to own this meticulously maintained colonial on spectacular corner lot conveniently located just steps away from the commuter rail and town center. Property includes family room with built-ins, formal dining room, a large kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops, mudroom, front & back staircases and 2 fireplaces. Period details, 9’ ceilings, hardwood floors and lots of storage abound this exceptional home. 2nd floor has 3 great size bedrooms, walk-in closet, and two full baths. 3rd level bonus room offers an additional area perfect for guest suite or dedicated study space including a 4th bedroom. Garage has been converted into a one of a kind bonus heated/AC room/home-office with full bath and kitchenette. Plenty of parking for up to 9 cars in the paved driveway. Easy access to the restaurants and shops make this a rare find. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to call this beautiful home yours.

Single-familyProperty Type

1914Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$688Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

9 spacesParking

Listed by The Varano Realty Group • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Elyse Marsh • Pinnacle Residential

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•Source:MLS PIN #72292216

Redfin Estimate

$1,995,195

$693K since sold in May 2018$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 23.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.62M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,400,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,622 sq ft
246 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$1,375,383
B
4 beds2 baths2,168 sq ft
383 Manning St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$1,550,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths3,026 sq ft
24 Mellen St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,600,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,932 sq ft
55 Burnside Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$2,450,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,900 sq ft
19 Mayo Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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$1,032,313

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$6,401/mo

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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

$2,450,000
6 beds4.5 baths4,993 sq ft
152 Broad Mdw, Needham, MA 02492
$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,349,900
3 beds3 baths2,349 sq ft
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Sale history for 70 May St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72292216

May 15, 2018

Sold

$1,301,703

$449/sq ft

Mar 18, 2018

Pending

—

Mar 12, 2018

Listed

$1,299,000

$448/sq ft

MLS PIN #70414868

Sep 14, 2006

Sold

$735,000

$253/sq ft

Aug 4, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 28, 2006

Listed

$800,000

$276/sq ft

Rare Opportunity to own a Stately Home,respectfully maintained,in a walk-to-everything neighborhood.Many period details.Uniquely detailed,spacious,entry foyer & stairs.High ceilings.Hardwood floors.Picture moldings.Ample storage in walk-in basement & attic spaces,in addition to built-ins and closets.Dining Room and Master Bedrm fireplaces.Wonderful 3rd floor bedrm used as familyroom/library.Front & back stairs. New roof. New CA. Newer furnace & windows.Exterior carpentry & paint just completed.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,765 (+3.3%)

$584,200 + $548,100

$1,132,300

2022

$14,289 (+2.6%)

$541,200 + $527,500

$1,068,700

2021

$13,925 (+1.4%)

$541,200 + $527,500

$1,068,700

2020

$13,730 (+19.7%)

$541,200 + $558,100

$1,099,300

2019

$11,468 (+8.0%)

$492,300 + $433,300

$925,600

2018

$10,621 (+5.6%)

$492,300 + $401,700

$894,000

2017

$10,061 (+5.2%)

$492,300 + $353,900

$846,200

2016

$9,560 (+10.0%)

$492,300 + $336,100

$828,400

2014

$8,689 (+3.0%)

$428,500 + $318,000

$746,500

2013

$8,435 (+9.5%)

$428,500 + $318,000

$746,500

2012

$7,704 (+3.4%)

$428,500 + $275,100

$703,600

2011

$7,450 (+3.5%)

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

2010

$7,197 (+5.7%)

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

2009

$6,808

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

Tax history for 70 May St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,765 (+3.3%)

$584,200 + $548,100

$1,132,300

2022

$14,289 (+2.6%)

$541,200 + $527,500

$1,068,700

2021

$13,925 (+1.4%)

$541,200 + $527,500

$1,068,700

2020

$13,730 (+19.7%)

$541,200 + $558,100

$1,099,300

2019

$11,468 (+8.0%)

$492,300 + $433,300

$925,600

2018

$10,621 (+5.6%)

$492,300 + $401,700

$894,000

2017

$10,061 (+5.2%)

$492,300 + $353,900

$846,200

2016

$9,560 (+10.0%)

$492,300 + $336,100

$828,400

2014

$8,689 (+3.0%)

$428,500 + $318,000

$746,500

2013

$8,435 (+9.5%)

$428,500 + $318,000

$746,500

2012

$7,704 (+3.4%)

$428,500 + $275,100

$703,600

2011

$7,450 (+3.5%)

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

2010

$7,197 (+5.7%)

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

2009

$6,808

$428,500 + $255,000

$683,500

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

2011

Sq. Ft.

2,604

Year built

1914

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

140011

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 9
Parking Features: Off Street, 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: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

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

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

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

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Full, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Home Office-Separate Entry, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,900
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,061.32
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Other

Location

Location Information
Directions: Webster to May St, corner of Warren St.
UnparsedAddress: 70 May Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,604
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Norfolk County
APN: 140011

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: All Hunter Douglas Blinds Remain With The Property, Curtains Are Personal Belongings.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be 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

50% 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

$1.90M – $2.30M

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Home values near 70 May St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
76 May Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$2,009,292
89 May Street #1, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$748,072

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 May Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$2,049,997
89 May Street #2, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1678 Sq. Ft.	$780,137

Address	Redfin Estimate
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89 May Street #3, Needham, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 595 Sq. Ft.	$373,005

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