OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2017 for $679K

$1,332,341

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $422/mo

•

1,451

sq ft

78 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Beneath these majestic pines lies another world where tranquility is the rule of the day - where sounds of sparrows & peepers fill the air and rabbits wander. For a moment you might forget that you’re a 25 minute drive to downtown Boston. Lovingly maintained country cottage is situated on an acre lot w/terraced garden beds dotting the periphery. Kitchen is remarkably versatile w/ability to cook while staying engaged w/family. Dining area overlooking marsh feels like something out of an Anne of Green Gables novel. Beautiful study w/built-in bookcases & exposed beams can be used as formal dining rm or office. Upstairs, there are 3 BRs, all w/skylights. Full baths on both flrs. The most beautiful sunrises you will see in Needham are right outside your window. Charming potting shed under garage has new stone flrs & electricity allowing extra space for hobby or play. Roof replaced 2012. Needham location is coveted for good reason: short drive to Rt 9 Wellesley & Newton shops & dining.

Single-familyProperty Type

1844Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$918Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sara Walker • Bode Well

Bought with Michael Helsmoortel • Channing Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72179289

Redfin Estimate

$1,332,341

$653K since sold in September 2017$19K since July

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This home's estimate is 12% higher than the average sale price ($1.19M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$875,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,464 sq ft
170 West St #170, Needham Heights, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$799,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,705 sq ft
1069 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,250,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,478 sq ft
34 Sheridan Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$1,065,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,780 sq ft
71 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,625,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,996 sq ft
42 Jackson Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,525,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
22 Standish Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481

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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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Scenic views define this home which sits on a one acre lot a portion of which is wetlands. The home is located in close proximity to Wellesley Country Club and is about a five minute drive to the commuter rail station. The home has lots of charm to...
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Michael Stein
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Sale history for 78 Brookside Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72179289

Sep 22, 2017

Sold

$679,000

$468/sq ft

Jul 12, 2017

Pending

—

Jun 9, 2017

Listed

$679,000

$468/sq ft

MLS PIN #71870468

Sep 21, 2015

Sold

$605,000

$417/sq ft

Jul 15, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 9, 2015

Listed

$589,000

$406/sq ft

+18

Charming antique farmhouse on an acre of land overlooking a protected marsh. This cozy home has been lovingly maintained over the years with much of the older features preserved. The formal living room has an open beamed ceiling with walls of built-in book shelves and wood floors. The kitchen is open to the dining area which has a wall of windows overlooking sweeping views of nature and the Wellesley watershed area. Off the kitchen is a den with a fireplace and a skylight. Upstairs, you'll find a master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, another skylight and exposed beams, with expansive views across the marsh. A 4 bedroom septic system was installed in 1999 and major structural improvements have been done over the years to maintain the integrity of this wonderful old home. Roof is approx 3 years old, chimney was steel lined and pointed in 2012. All this on a quiet country road, yet a location that's close to major routes and all that Needham and Wellesley have to offer.

Public Records

Aug 13, 1979

Sold

$70,000

$48/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,691 (+50.2%)

$491,600 + $558,300

$1,049,900

2022

$9,117 (+2.6%)

$465,000 + $216,900

$681,900

2021

$8,885 (+5.4%)

$465,000 + $216,900

$681,900

2020

$8,430 (+8.1%)

$465,000 + $209,900

$674,900

2019

$7,800 (+13.5%)

$424,800 + $204,700

$629,500

2018

$6,874 (+3.0%)

$424,800 + $153,800

$578,600

2017

$6,674 (+3.0%)

$424,800 + $136,500

$561,300

2016

$6,477 (+7.2%)

$424,800 + $136,500

$561,300

2014

$6,042 (+3.0%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2013

$5,866 (+3.2%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2012

$5,684 (+3.2%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2011

$5,510 (+3.5%)

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

2010

$5,323 (+5.7%)

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

2009

$5,035

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

Tax history for 78 Brookside Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,691 (+50.2%)

$491,600 + $558,300

$1,049,900

2022

$9,117 (+2.6%)

$465,000 + $216,900

$681,900

2021

$8,885 (+5.4%)

$465,000 + $216,900

$681,900

2020

$8,430 (+8.1%)

$465,000 + $209,900

$674,900

2019

$7,800 (+13.5%)

$424,800 + $204,700

$629,500

2018

$6,874 (+3.0%)

$424,800 + $153,800

$578,600

2017

$6,674 (+3.0%)

$424,800 + $136,500

$561,300

2016

$6,477 (+7.2%)

$424,800 + $136,500

$561,300

2014

$6,042 (+3.0%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2013

$5,866 (+3.2%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2012

$5,684 (+3.2%)

$387,500 + $131,600

$519,100

2011

$5,510 (+3.5%)

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

2010

$5,323 (+5.7%)

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

2009

$5,035

$387,500 + $118,000

$505,500

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

43,560

Year renovated

2017

Sq. Ft.

1,451

Year built

1844

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

146802

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Green, Waterfront

Last updated by owner on Feb 27, 2020.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Stone / Slate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,451
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Levels: Multi/Split
Has Waterview
Marsh, Walk to

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Features: Wooded, Marsh
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,783.56
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Wood
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Midway down Brookside Rd, off of Wellesley Ave
UnparsedAddress: 78 Brookside Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,451
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1844
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Norfolk County
APN: 146802
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Waterfront

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 27, 2020

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools
Places
Transit

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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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Local insights from Redfin agents

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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

54% 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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Estimated sale price

$1.27M – $1.53M

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Home values near 78 Brookside Rd

Data from public records.

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

Address	Redfin Estimate
103 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3488 Sq. Ft.	$1,750,735
71 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1780 Sq. Ft.	$1,320,830

Address	Redfin Estimate
109 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2429 Sq. Ft.	$1,703,565
39 Brookside Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3012 Sq. Ft.	$1,504,667

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