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Off Market Nov 2020 for $1.2M

$1,558,678

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $299/mo

•

2,093

sq ft

78 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Rare opportunity to own impeccably renovated home in Needham’s Broadmeadow neighborhood. Short distance to Hersey commuter train/major highways. Center entrance colonial combining classic details w/ flexible modern open concept. Fireplaced formal living/dining area seamlessly flows into the jaw dropping designer kitchen w/ quartz countertops, marble herringbone backsplash, white shaker cabinets & stainless appliances. Imagine family gatherings around massive 9 ft island paired w living area, tv and wet bar. French doors open to yet another family/flex room. Mudroom contains custom cabinets and granite countertop. Laundry room w/barn door. Modern full bath w marble walk in shower. Comfortably work from home in private home office. Second floor includes 3 bedrooms w ample closet space/wainscoted & marble full bath. Partially finished basement w/ bonus/playroom and workout area.Fully fenced yard. Multiple offers have been received. Highest and best offers due Mon 10/19/20 by 6pm.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$745Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Kerrie Doherty • Success! Real Estate

Bought with Michael Cohen • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72743558

Redfin Estimate

$1,558,678

$354K since sold in November 2020$22K since August

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This home's estimate is 21.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.28M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,100,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,220,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,006 sq ft
180 Broad Mdw, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,190,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
89 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,100,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,703 sq ft
19 Mount Vernon, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,700,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
52 Beaufort Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,400,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,768 sq ft
11 Mayo Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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$4,201/mo

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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 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,118 (+3.8%)

$565,700 + $517,000

$1,082,700

2022

$13,604 (+14.6%)

$523,900 + $493,600

$1,017,500

2021

$11,870 (+17.0%)

$523,900 + $387,100

$911,000

2020

$10,141 (+8.0%)

$524,400 + $287,500

$811,900

2019

$9,387 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $280,900

$757,600

2018

$9,000 (+4.4%)

$476,700 + $280,900

$757,600

2017

$8,617 (+3.0%)

$476,700 + $248,000

$724,700

2016

$8,363 (+10.0%)

$476,700 + $248,000

$724,700

2014

$7,603 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2013

$7,381 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2012

$7,153 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2011

$6,930 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

2010

$6,695 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

2009

$6,333

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

Tax history for 78 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,118 (+3.8%)

$565,700 + $517,000

$1,082,700

2022

$13,604 (+14.6%)

$523,900 + $493,600

$1,017,500

2021

$11,870 (+17.0%)

$523,900 + $387,100

$911,000

2020

$10,141 (+8.0%)

$524,400 + $287,500

$811,900

2019

$9,387 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $280,900

$757,600

2018

$9,000 (+4.4%)

$476,700 + $280,900

$757,600

2017

$8,617 (+3.0%)

$476,700 + $248,000

$724,700

2016

$8,363 (+10.0%)

$476,700 + $248,000

$724,700

2014

$7,603 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2013

$7,381 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2012

$7,153 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $238,700

$653,200

2011

$6,930 (+3.5%)

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

2010

$6,695 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

2009

$6,333

$414,500 + $221,300

$635,800

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2010

Sq. Ft.

2,016

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137041

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Lighting - Sconce,Beadboard

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Cabinets - Upgraded,Cable Hookup,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant, Home Office, Mud Room, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Wet Bar, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,093
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,141
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Ductless, Fireplace
Cooling: Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain Avenue to Whittier Road
UnparsedAddress: 78 Whittier Rd, 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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,016
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137041

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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 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

$1.48M – $1.79M

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