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Off Market Jul 2015 for $1.3M

$2,141,496

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,480/mo

•

4,510

sq ft

72 William St, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

If you want a unique, impressive home, this is it! This custom built home is the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional.Gracious foyer with bridal staircase, banquet size dining room, formal living room and fireplaced cathedral ceiling family room with a wall of windows overlooking the yard. Large office/bonus room. The kitchen has granite counters, 5 burner gas cooktop, built in refrigerator, plenty of custom cabinets and large eating area with sliders to the deck. The Master bedroom has a separate fireplaced sitting room, his and her walk in custom closets and a huge bathroom with jacuzzi tub and tiled shower. Three additional queen size bedrooms, one with its own half bath! The lower level has a play room, exercise room, office, finished storage area, cedar closet and full bath. The half acre lot is beautifully manicured with mature plantings and irrigation system. Not a cookie cutter house! Walk to commuter rail and Starbucks. Showings start at OH Sat/Sun 1-3.

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

0.51 acresLot Size

$475Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Leigh Doukas • RE/MAX Home Team

Bought with Bruce Singal • Bruce Singal

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•Source:MLS PIN #71802623

Redfin Estimate

$2,141,496

$829K since sold in July 2015$46K since August

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This home's estimate is 0.9% lower than the average sale price ($2.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$2,115,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,334 sq ft
170 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$2,325,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,281 sq ft
70 Briarwood Cir, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$2,550,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths5,063 sq ft
19 Dunedin Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$1,850,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,044 sq ft
876 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,230,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths4,512 sq ft
279 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUN 10, 2026
$1,900,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,681 sq ft
18 Evergreen Rd, Needham, MA 02494

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

2 days MoM

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8 MoM

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Sale history for 72 William St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71802623

Jul 15, 2015

Sold

$1,312,500

$291/sq ft

Mar 27, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 18, 2015

Listed

$1,350,000

$299/sq ft

MLS PIN #30286626

Jun 1, 1999

Sold

$777,500

$172/sq ft

Mar 4, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Jan 18, 1999

Listed

$799,000

$177/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 22, 1988

Sold

$625,000

$139/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,152 (+0.8%)

$528,500 + $940,200

$1,468,700

2022

$18,992 (+5.2%)

$528,500 + $892,000

$1,420,500

2021

$18,058 (+5.6%)

$528,500 + $857,400

$1,385,900

2020

$17,101 (+5.1%)

$528,500 + $840,700

$1,369,200

2019

$16,269 (+4.3%)

$482,000 + $831,100

$1,313,100

2018

$15,600 (+8.7%)

$482,000 + $831,100

$1,313,100

2017

$14,357 (+10.3%)

$482,000 + $725,500

$1,207,500

2016

$13,015 (+1.3%)

$482,000 + $645,800

$1,127,800

2014

$12,842 (+3.0%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2013

$12,467 (+3.2%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2012

$12,081 (−0.2%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2011

$12,100 (+3.5%)

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

2010

$11,689 (+5.7%)

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

2009

$11,057

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

Tax history for 72 William St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,152 (+0.8%)

$528,500 + $940,200

$1,468,700

2022

$18,992 (+5.2%)

$528,500 + $892,000

$1,420,500

2021

$18,058 (+5.6%)

$528,500 + $857,400

$1,385,900

2020

$17,101 (+5.1%)

$528,500 + $840,700

$1,369,200

2019

$16,269 (+4.3%)

$482,000 + $831,100

$1,313,100

2018

$15,600 (+8.7%)

$482,000 + $831,100

$1,313,100

2017

$14,357 (+10.3%)

$482,000 + $725,500

$1,207,500

2016

$13,015 (+1.3%)

$482,000 + $645,800

$1,127,800

2014

$12,842 (+3.0%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2013

$12,467 (+3.2%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2012

$12,081 (−0.2%)

$482,000 + $621,300

$1,103,300

2011

$12,100 (+3.5%)

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

2010

$11,689 (+5.7%)

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

2009

$11,057

$519,400 + $590,700

$1,110,100

*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

0.51 Acres

Year renovated

2007

Sq. Ft.

4,510

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

142460

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 306
Length: 17
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Hot Tub / Spa

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

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

Living Room Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 440
Length: 20
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting

Kitchen Information
Area: 414
Length: 18
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Peninsula

Office Room Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 11X8
Laundry Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Dryer Hookup, First Floor

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet, Sitting Room, Home Office, Foyer, Play Room, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,510
Foundation Area: 2,479
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Taupe

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.51
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,842
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Location

Location Information
Directions: Webster Street to Hillside Avenue to Sunnyside to William St
UnparsedAddress: 72 William St, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,510
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Norfolk County
APN: 142460

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer Excluded. Paintings On Upper Landing Negotiable. Window Treatments Stay.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

9/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 2.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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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Historical weather

Needham, MA • 02494

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Estimated sale price

$2.04M – $2.46M

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Home values near 72 William St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 William Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2147 Sq. Ft.	$1,634,123
55 William Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3020 Sq. Ft.	$1,589,854

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 William Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3208 Sq. Ft.	$1,725,510
47 William Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4050 Sq. Ft.	$1,890,541

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 William Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3034 Sq. Ft.	$1,898,287
41 William Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$1,537,343

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