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Off Market Jun 2025 for $1.6M

$1,861,004

•

3,163

sq ft

78 Bird St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Welcome to 78 Bird Street – a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated Colonial with original hardwood throughout. This sunny spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers over 3,100 square feet of versatile living space. The main level features a front to back living room and a formal dining room with gleaming hardwood floors which opens to a bright and updated kitchen, and a spacious family room perfect for entertaining. A wide staircase leading to the second floor boasts a generous primary suite with an en suite bath and ample closet space, along with three additional bedrooms and updated baths. A finished lower level offers an in-law suite area with a kitchenette, a full bath, and can be utilized for a playroom, home office, or gym. Situated on a corner of a quiet cul de sac with a large fenced yard, the outdoor patio and space is ideal for gatherings, play, and relaxation. Located near top-rated schools, parks, commuter rail, and Needham Center. Walk to Broadmeadow school.

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$588Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jacqueline Sandler • Louise Condon Realty

Bought with The Denman Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73363727

Redfin Estimate

$1,861,004

$251K since sold in June 2025$52K since August

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This home's estimate is 0.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.84M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$2,200,000
A
5 beds3 baths3,833 sq ft
101 Bird St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,955,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
15 Lancaster Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,758,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,868 sq ft
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,662,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,771 sq ft
68 Brookline St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,770,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,645 sq ft
212 Broad Meadow Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,725,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
14 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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$506,773

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$390 MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,500,000
5 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
764 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 78 Bird St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,569 (+6.7%)

$591,900 + $372,000

$963,900

2022

$11,784 (+2.6%)

$524,100 + $357,300

$881,400

2021

$11,485 (+4.2%)

$524,100 + $357,300

$881,400

2020

$11,025 (+7.2%)

$524,100 + $358,600

$882,700

2019

$10,286 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $353,500

$830,200

2018

$9,863 (+5.9%)

$476,700 + $353,500

$830,200

2017

$9,311 (+2.6%)

$476,700 + $306,400

$783,100

2016

$9,073 (+11.8%)

$476,700 + $309,500

$786,200

2014

$8,119 (+3.0%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2013

$7,882 (+3.2%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2012

$7,638 (+3.3%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2011

$7,395 (+3.5%)

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

2010

$7,144 (+5.7%)

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

2009

$6,757

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

Tax history for 78 Bird St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,569 (+6.7%)

$591,900 + $372,000

$963,900

2022

$11,784 (+2.6%)

$524,100 + $357,300

$881,400

2021

$11,485 (+4.2%)

$524,100 + $357,300

$881,400

2020

$11,025 (+7.2%)

$524,100 + $358,600

$882,700

2019

$10,286 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $353,500

$830,200

2018

$9,863 (+5.9%)

$476,700 + $353,500

$830,200

2017

$9,311 (+2.6%)

$476,700 + $306,400

$783,100

2016

$9,073 (+11.8%)

$476,700 + $309,500

$786,200

2014

$8,119 (+3.0%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2013

$7,882 (+3.2%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2012

$7,638 (+3.3%)

$397,700 + $299,800

$697,500

2011

$7,395 (+3.5%)

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

2010

$7,144 (+5.7%)

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

2009

$6,757

$397,700 + $280,700

$678,400

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,567

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137620

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
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 325
Length: 13
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 260
Length: 13
Width: 20
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 153
Length: 17
Width: 9
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Play Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Living/Dining Rm Combo

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,163
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,663
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Dual

Location

Location Information
Directions: please see GPS
UnparsedAddress: 78 Bird Street, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,567
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137620

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

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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

0.31% chance of being 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

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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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

$1.77M – $2.14M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Bird St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3833 Sq. Ft.	$2,174,956
83 Bird St, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2204 Sq. Ft.	$1,404,791

Address	Redfin Estimate
95 Bird St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1459 Sq. Ft.	$1,129,297
63 Bird St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1662 Sq. Ft.	$1,198,530

Address	Redfin Estimate
89 Bird St, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4588 Sq. Ft.	$2,718,758
53 Bird St, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,380,882

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