OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2023 for $950K

$1,146,045

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,852/mo

•

2,286

sq ft

78 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Don't miss the opportunity to move right in to this beautiful & well maintained Cape style home in a very desirable neighborhood! This wonderful home boasts three bedrooms with two full baths. Included on level one is an updated eat-in kitchen, large family room, traditional fireplaced living room, third bedroom/ office and full bathroom. Second floor has two generously sized bedrooms as well as a full bathroom. The large basement incorporates a playroom, laundry and storage space. Hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, Awesome backyard for entertaining includes a beautiful deck, patio and pool. Attached one car garage with additional storage space above. Walking distance to Broadmeadow Elementary School, the Commuter Rail and local shops. Open Houses Saturday and Sunday 11:30-1pm. Available to show anytime!

Single-familyProperty Type

1941Year Built

10,019 sq ftLot Size

$501Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Laura McDonald Hasenfus • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Bought with The Meade Group • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73059173

Redfin Estimate

$1,146,045

$196K since sold in February 2023$12K since October

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This home's estimate is 1.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.13M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$1,415,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,615 sq ft
86 Grosvenor Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$1,340,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,849 sq ft
15 Berkshire Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$651,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,316 sq ft
25 Eaton Rd, Dedham, MA 02026
SOLD OCT 8, 2026
$1,000,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,788 sq ft
27 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$1,250,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,500 sq ft
294 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,100,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,703 sq ft
19 Mount Vernon, Needham, MA 02492

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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

New listings for sale

$2,786,000
6 beds5 baths6,100 sq ft
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$1,895,000
5 beds3 baths5,232 sq ft
178 South St, Needham, MA 02492
$1,875,000
5 beds4.5 baths3,548 sq ft
18 Grant St, Needham, MA 02492
$2,039,000
4 beds3.5 baths4,120 sq ft
829 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 78 Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73059173

Feb 8, 2023

Sold

$950,000

$416/sq ft

Nov 17, 2022

Listed

$985,000

$431/sq ft

MLS PIN #30230048

Jul 29, 1998

Sold

$310,000

$136/sq ft

Jul 9, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Jun 6, 1998

Listed

$314,000

$137/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 15, 1994

Sold

$221,000

$97/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,440 (+3.2%)

$463,500 + $260,400

$723,900

2022

$9,149 (+2.6%)

$433,200 + $251,100

$684,300

2021

$8,916 (+2.6%)

$433,200 + $251,100

$684,300

2020

$8,691 (+7.3%)

$433,200 + $262,600

$695,800

2019

$8,099 (+4.3%)

$393,800 + $259,900

$653,700

2018

$7,766 (+5.0%)

$393,800 + $259,900

$653,700

2017

$7,398 (+2.6%)

$393,800 + $228,400

$622,200

2016

$7,209 (+2.9%)

$393,800 + $230,900

$624,700

2014

$7,005 (+3.0%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2013

$6,800 (+3.2%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2012

$6,590 (−1.9%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2011

$6,720 (+3.5%)

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

2010

$6,492 (+5.7%)

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

2009

$6,140

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

Tax history for 78 Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,440 (+3.2%)

$463,500 + $260,400

$723,900

2022

$9,149 (+2.6%)

$433,200 + $251,100

$684,300

2021

$8,916 (+2.6%)

$433,200 + $251,100

$684,300

2020

$8,691 (+7.3%)

$433,200 + $262,600

$695,800

2019

$8,099 (+4.3%)

$393,800 + $259,900

$653,700

2018

$7,766 (+5.0%)

$393,800 + $259,900

$653,700

2017

$7,398 (+2.6%)

$393,800 + $228,400

$622,200

2016

$7,209 (+2.9%)

$393,800 + $230,900

$624,700

2014

$7,005 (+3.0%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2013

$6,800 (+3.2%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2012

$6,590 (−1.9%)

$375,000 + $226,800

$601,800

2011

$6,720 (+3.5%)

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

2010

$6,492 (+5.7%)

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

2009

$6,140

$375,000 + $241,500

$616,500

*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

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

1,886

Year built

1941

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

136835

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Jun 27, 2024 • Final

Building permit - residential (single, 2-family or townhouses) projects

Addition

Mar 25, 2024 • Final

Sheet metal permit - residential & commercial projects

HVAC

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Sconce

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 209
Length: 19
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 198
Length: 18
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Dining Area, Kitchen, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,286
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: blue

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Wooded, Cleared, Sloped
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,149
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain Avenue to Peacedale. Follow to stop sign, and take a left on Valley. House on the right
UnparsedAddress: 78 Valley Road, Needham MA 02492

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,886
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Norfolk County
APN: 136835

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.62% 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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Historical weather

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

$1.09M – $1.32M

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Deeded parking • $859 HOA • Parking

Home values near 78 Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
112 Valley Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$1,280,200
95 Valley Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1036 Sq. Ft.	$839,505
57 Valley Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1406 Sq. Ft.	$1,010,184
64 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3700 Sq. Ft.	$2,080,792
83 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4716 Sq. Ft.	$2,273,854
65 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3042 Sq. Ft.	$1,601,325
31 Norwich Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1692 Sq. Ft.	$1,099,619

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 Valley Road, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5390 Sq. Ft.	$2,313,554
101 Valley Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4700 Sq. Ft.	$2,125,164
50 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$1,034,923
72 Valley Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5085 Sq. Ft.	$2,696,679
89 Valley Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3412 Sq. Ft.	$1,508,942
23 Intervale Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1506 Sq. Ft.	$1,028,102
984 Greendale Avenue, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3830 Sq. Ft.	$2,148,129

Address	Redfin Estimate
94 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2018 Sq. Ft.	$1,429,130
107 Valley Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5178 Sq. Ft.	$2,811,901
58 Valley Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1294 Sq. Ft.	$928,244
86 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$970,288
106 Valley Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2716 Sq. Ft.	$1,639,553
36 Norwich Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2876 Sq. Ft.	$1,079,374
23 Norwich Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1806 Sq. Ft.	$1,074,607

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