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Off market feb 2016 for $2.4M

$3,741,214

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $13,450/mo

•

7,653

sq ft

720 South St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

This extraordinary property, built in 2005, is magnificently sited on 3.31 acres of privacy. An impressive 30' entrance foyer invites spectacular views of the beautifully landscaped back yard and sets the tone of the property's twelve gracious rooms. The grand first floor living space features soaring 9' ceilings, stunning formal living and dining rooms, a cozy study and a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen, which opens to the 22x27 fireplaced family room. A beautifully designed Master bedroom suite features a gas fireplace and gorgeous bath, richly appointed marble flooring, an oval soaking tub and oversized custom closets. Four additional spacious bedrooms complete the second floor. Perfectly manicured grounds include a full sports court/hockey rink. A 31x22 exercise studio has been added above the three-car garage. The fabulous sports court/ hockey rink with professional lighting will provide many wonderful hours of family entertainment!! December closing is a possibility.

Single-familyProperty Type

2005Year Built

3.31 acresLot Size

$489Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ellen Walsh • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Bought with Ellen Walsh • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71772838

Redfin Estimate

$3,741,214

$1.2M since sold in February 2016$98K since October

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This home's estimate is 25% higher than the average sale price ($2.99M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,100,000
A
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$2,650,000
B
5 beds4 baths5,376 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,650,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths7,023 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 17, 2026
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D
5 beds4.5 baths4,973 sq ft
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$5,200,000
E
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F
5 beds4.5 baths3,692 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

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

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$1,875,000
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103 Marked Tree, Needham, MA 02492
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4 beds3.5 baths4,120 sq ft
829 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 720 South St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71772838

Feb 4, 2016

Sold

$2,496,000

$326/sq ft

Nov 12, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2015

Price Changed

$2,595,000

$339/sq ft

Jun 9, 2015

Price Changed

$2,795,000

$365/sq ft

Apr 30, 2015

Price Changed

$2,995,000

$391/sq ft

Jan 19, 2015

Relisted

—

Dec 9, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Dec 1, 2014

Listed

$3,200,000

$418/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 24, 2007

Sold

$3,135,000

$410/sq ft

MLS PIN #30643711

Apr 17, 2003

Sold

$2,000,000

$261/sq ft

Sep 12, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Sep 6, 2002

Listed

$2,100,000

$274/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$37,274 (+4.6%)

$1,005,300 + $1,853,100

$2,858,400

2022

$35,648 (+8.8%)

$904,700 + $1,761,600

$2,666,300

2021

$32,768 (+5.1%)

$904,700 + $1,610,100

$2,514,800

2020

$31,176 (+1.9%)

$904,000 + $1,592,100

$2,496,100

2019

$30,598 (+4.3%)

$904,000 + $1,565,600

$2,469,600

2018

$29,339 (−0.5%)

$904,000 + $1,565,600

$2,469,600

2017

$29,494 (−14.8%)

$904,000 + $1,576,600

$2,480,600

2016

$34,637 (+3.3%)

$1,156,200 + $1,845,300

$3,001,500

2014

$33,527 (+3.0%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2013

$32,547 (+3.2%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2012

$31,539 (−0.3%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2011

$31,645 (+3.5%)

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

2010

$30,571 (+5.7%)

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

2009

$28,916

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

Tax history for 720 South St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$37,274 (+4.6%)

$1,005,300 + $1,853,100

$2,858,400

2022

$35,648 (+8.8%)

$904,700 + $1,761,600

$2,666,300

2021

$32,768 (+5.1%)

$904,700 + $1,610,100

$2,514,800

2020

$31,176 (+1.9%)

$904,000 + $1,592,100

$2,496,100

2019

$30,598 (+4.3%)

$904,000 + $1,565,600

$2,469,600

2018

$29,339 (−0.5%)

$904,000 + $1,565,600

$2,469,600

2017

$29,494 (−14.8%)

$904,000 + $1,576,600

$2,480,600

2016

$34,637 (+3.3%)

$1,156,200 + $1,845,300

$3,001,500

2014

$33,527 (+3.0%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2013

$32,547 (+3.2%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2012

$31,539 (−0.3%)

$1,156,200 + $1,724,100

$2,880,300

2011

$31,645 (+3.5%)

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

2010

$30,571 (+5.7%)

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

2009

$28,916

$1,156,200 + $1,747,000

$2,903,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.31 Acres

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

7,608

Year built

2005

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145785

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Aug 9, 2024 • Final

Electrical permit - residential & commercial projects

Electrical

Jun 26, 2024 • Final

Plumbing permit - residential & commercial projects

Bathroom

Plumbing

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 25
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 441
Length: 21
Width: 21
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Double Vanity,Dressing Room

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 221
Length: 13
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink

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

Living Room Information
Area: 323
Length: 19
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 594
Length: 22
Width: 27
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 690
Length: 30
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Pot Filler Faucet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 10X15
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: Insulated Doors, French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Study, Mud Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,653
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Cream
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Exterior Features: Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 3.31
Lot Features: Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $33,886.94
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Chestnut Street to South Street
UnparsedAddress: 720 South Street, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,608
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145785

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5

Listing Information
Exclusions: 'sonos' Music Sound System, Lr + Dr Curtains, W/D On 2nd Floor, Garage Refrigerator.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

53% 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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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

$3.56M – $4.30M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
660 South Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 8337 Sq. Ft.	—
690 South Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$2,583,896
767 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3531 Sq. Ft.	$1,790,158
660 South Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 6087 Sq. Ft.	$2,132,374
766 Chestnut Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5324 Sq. Ft.	$3,008,887
750 Chestnut Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4100 Sq. Ft.	$2,478,514
75 Riverbend Lane, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6216 Sq. Ft.	$3,381,004

Address	Redfin Estimate
762 South Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,182,784
731 South Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3699 Sq. Ft.	$2,111,641
750 South Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 9510 Sq. Ft.	$5,524,361
241 Fox Hill Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4327 Sq. Ft.	$3,004,007
51 Riverbend Lane, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6535 Sq. Ft.	$3,708,615
63 Riverbend Lane, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7800 Sq. Ft.	$3,969,263
95 Riverbend Lane, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 8094 Sq. Ft.	$5,056,396

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