SOLD NOV 12, 2025

Off Market Nov 2025 for $1M

$1,320,830

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,232/mo

•

1,780

sq ft

71 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Fantastic opportunity to own this updated 2 bedroom home on a large .42 acre lot in a prime location on the Wellesley line. This home blends a flexible layout over 2 levels of living with an expansive, serene backyard retreat, a rare find in Needham. Highlights include an updated kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances that opens to the dining room, a living room with a wood fireplace, 2 bedrooms with a full bath on the first floor and a sunroom that is perfect for a home office, flex space or family room.The walk out lower level boasts an updated, subway tiled full bath, a cozy family room with a wood stove, large laundry room and tons of storage along w/garage access. A one car garage offers additional storage space.The backyard is pure paradise! Beautiful gardens greet your view from the large patio, as well as a basketball court, shed & yard space. It is the perfect place to entertain & relax.Updates include new roof and central air. This home won't last!

Single-familyProperty Type

1949Year Built

0.42 acresLot Size

$742Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Tracy Davignon • Realty ONE Group Suburban Lifestyle

Bought with Shasha Chang • Peace of Mind Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73429053

Redfin Estimate

$1,320,830

$256K since sold in November 2025$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 6% lower than the average sale price ($1.41M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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C
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
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D
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E
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F
4 beds2.5 baths2,345 sq ft
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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

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This property is located close to the golf course. The exterior has a private backyard, with a large storage shed. The main floor has hardwood throughout, with an updated kitchen. There is a step-down office area with a barn door and sliders to...
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Sale history for 71 Brookside Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73429053

Nov 12, 2025

Sold

$1,065,000

$598/sq ft

Oct 4, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 2, 2025

Price Changed

$1,099,000

$617/sq ft

Sep 10, 2025

Listed

$1,125,000

$632/sq ft

MLS PIN #72476670

Jul 1, 2019

Sold

$790,000

$444/sq ft

Apr 9, 2019

Pending

—

Apr 4, 2019

Listed

$749,900

$421/sq ft

+17

This charming and recently updated home sits on .4 acres of land on the Needham/Wellesley border. Current owners have invested in professionally landscaped backyard and stone wall; new kitchen w/ granite counters, custom cabinets, tile floor, and SS appliances; new boiler; and newly finished lower level. The walk-out lower level contains a large family room with wood stove, new full bath with subway tile tub, granite vanity, and a generous open area with a large window, and 3 closets. A perfect area for office, guests or hobby area. Laundry room and garage also on this level. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms both have corner windows, and hardwood floors. Guest bath has black and white tile and a tub. The living room has a 2nd wood stove, and looks east out picture window. Kitchen opens into dining room. An sunroom caps off the home, with 5 windows, hard wood, natural stone chimney, and slider to fenced-in and level back yard. First showing OH Sat and Sunday 12-2:30 Offers deadline 5pm Monday.

MLS PIN #70894471

Jul 23, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jul 23, 2009

Sold

$415,000

$233/sq ft

Jun 2, 2009

Contingent

—

May 27, 2009

Price Changed

$429,000

$241/sq ft

May 4, 2009

Price Changed

$449,000

$252/sq ft

Mar 28, 2009

Listed

$469,000

$263/sq ft

Public Records

May 23, 1994

Sold

$365,919

$206/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,381 (+3.9%)

$483,400 + $236,000

$719,400

2022

$9,030 (+2.6%)

$456,800 + $218,600

$675,400

2021

$8,800 (+11.4%)

$456,800 + $218,600

$675,400

2020

$7,896 (+19.5%)

$412,500 + $219,700

$632,200

2019

$6,606 (+4.3%)

$376,300 + $156,900

$533,200

2018

$6,334 (+3.5%)

$376,300 + $156,900

$533,200

2017

$6,120 (+9.7%)

$376,300 + $138,400

$514,700

2016

$5,580 (+6.8%)

$376,300 + $107,200

$483,500

2014

$5,223 (+3.0%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2013

$5,070 (+3.2%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2012

$4,913 (+2.6%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2011

$4,788 (−9.6%)

$342,800 + $96,500

$439,300

2010

$5,298 (+5.7%)

$379,300 + $123,800

$503,100

2009

$5,011

$379,300 + $123,800

$503,100

Tax history for 71 Brookside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,381 (+3.9%)

$483,400 + $236,000

$719,400

2022

$9,030 (+2.6%)

$456,800 + $218,600

$675,400

2021

$8,800 (+11.4%)

$456,800 + $218,600

$675,400

2020

$7,896 (+19.5%)

$412,500 + $219,700

$632,200

2019

$6,606 (+4.3%)

$376,300 + $156,900

$533,200

2018

$6,334 (+3.5%)

$376,300 + $156,900

$533,200

2017

$6,120 (+9.7%)

$376,300 + $138,400

$514,700

2016

$5,580 (+6.8%)

$376,300 + $107,200

$483,500

2014

$5,223 (+3.0%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2013

$5,070 (+3.2%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2012

$4,913 (+2.6%)

$342,800 + $105,900

$448,700

2011

$4,788 (−9.6%)

$342,800 + $96,500

$439,300

2010

$5,298 (+5.7%)

$379,300 + $123,800

$503,100

2009

$5,011

$379,300 + $123,800

$503,100

*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

0.42 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,204

Year built

1949

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143486

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: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 160
Length: 10
Width: 16
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Recessed Lighting,Pocket Door

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 35
Length: 5
Width: 7
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s)

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 90
Length: 9
Width: 10
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup

Family Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 22
Width: 12
Level: Basement
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 14X7
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Sun Room, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,780
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Cream

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,412
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Central Avenue to Forest Street to Brookside Road
UnparsedAddress: 71 Brookside Rd, 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

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,204
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143486

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Ev Charger (Only Charges Bmw's), Tv's In Living Room And Lower Level Family Room(Brackets Will Stay)
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be 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

50% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Home values near 71 Brookside Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
125 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1776 Sq. Ft.	$1,038,438
83 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,288,168

Address	Redfin Estimate
103 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3488 Sq. Ft.	$1,750,735
39 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3012 Sq. Ft.	$1,504,667

Address	Redfin Estimate
109 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2429 Sq. Ft.	$1,703,565
33 Brookside Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1448 Sq. Ft.	$1,135,797

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