OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2013 for $1.3M

$2,522,952

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,388/mo

•

5,720

sq ft

81 Arch St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Beautiful custom built home in one of Needham's most popular neighborhood locations, Bird's Hill. Features include four levels of living, five bedrooms, five and one half baths, custom kitchen cabinetry with stainless steel, high end applainces, center island, hardwoods throughout, stone fireplace in family room, brick fireplace in finished lower level, crown moldings, custom woodwork, high ceilings. Walk to park, school and train.Special Financing! See Attached!

Single-familyProperty Type

2012Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by James Duffy • William Raveis Brickstone Residential

Bought with Anne W. Carlson • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

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•Source:MLS PIN #71459356

Redfin Estimate

$2,522,952

$1.2M since sold in April 2013$17K since October

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This home's estimate is 9% lower than the average sale price ($2.77M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$2,650,000
A
5 beds4 baths5,970 sq ft
60 Tudor Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$2,562,500
B
5 beds4 baths5,113 sq ft
15 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$3,175,000
C
6 beds6.5 baths5,800 sq ft
78 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$3,098,000
D
6 beds6.5 baths6,515 sq ft
46 Rybury Hillway, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$2,900,000
E
5 beds5.5 baths5,784 sq ft
194 Lindbergh Ave, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$2,250,000
F
5 beds6.5 baths6,006 sq ft
143 Hunting Rd, Needham, MA 02494

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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

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Sale history for 81 Arch St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71459356

Apr 5, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Apr 5, 2013

Sold

$1,360,000

$238/sq ft

Feb 4, 2013

Contingent

—

Nov 23, 2012

Listed

$1,375,000

$240/sq ft

MLS PIN #71140976

Mar 18, 2011

Sold

$640,256

$112/sq ft

Sep 23, 2010

Contingent

—

Sep 22, 2010

Listed

$629,900

$110/sq ft

MLS PIN #50280781

Aug 1, 1995

Sold

$238,000

$42/sq ft

Jun 1, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Apr 19, 1995

Listed

$249,900

$44/sq ft

MLS PIN #60604525

Aug 2, 1995

Sold

$258,900

$45/sq ft

Apr 19, 1995

Listed

$238,000

$42/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 13, 1988

Sold

$234,000

$41/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,077 (+5.6%)

$590,900 + $1,025,400

$1,616,300

2022

$19,951 (+2.6%)

$523,100 + $969,100

$1,492,200

2021

$19,443 (+3.1%)

$523,100 + $969,100

$1,492,200

2020

$18,866 (+5.7%)

$523,100 + $987,400

$1,510,500

2019

$17,844 (+4.3%)

$475,700 + $964,500

$1,440,200

2018

$17,110 (+9.7%)

$475,700 + $964,500

$1,440,200

2017

$15,600 (+2.4%)

$475,700 + $836,300

$1,312,000

2016

$15,239 (−0.3%)

$475,700 + $844,800

$1,320,500

2014

$15,278 (+9.1%)

$396,700 + $915,800

$1,312,500

2013

$14,003 (+84.1%)

$396,700 + $842,500

$1,239,200

2012

$7,608 (+18.6%)

$396,700 + $298,100

$694,800

2011

$6,414 (+3.5%)

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

2010

$6,196 (+5.7%)

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

2009

$5,860

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

Tax history for 81 Arch St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,077 (+5.6%)

$590,900 + $1,025,400

$1,616,300

2022

$19,951 (+2.6%)

$523,100 + $969,100

$1,492,200

2021

$19,443 (+3.1%)

$523,100 + $969,100

$1,492,200

2020

$18,866 (+5.7%)

$523,100 + $987,400

$1,510,500

2019

$17,844 (+4.3%)

$475,700 + $964,500

$1,440,200

2018

$17,110 (+9.7%)

$475,700 + $964,500

$1,440,200

2017

$15,600 (+2.4%)

$475,700 + $836,300

$1,312,000

2016

$15,239 (−0.3%)

$475,700 + $844,800

$1,320,500

2014

$15,278 (+9.1%)

$396,700 + $915,800

$1,312,500

2013

$14,003 (+84.1%)

$396,700 + $842,500

$1,239,200

2012

$7,608 (+18.6%)

$396,700 + $298,100

$694,800

2011

$6,414 (+3.5%)

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

2010

$6,196 (+5.7%)

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

2009

$5,860

$396,700 + $191,700

$588,400

*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

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

2011

Sq. Ft.

4,684

Year built

2011

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

138154

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
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,720
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $99,999,999
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Hillcrest to Arch....at corner of Savoy
UnparsedAddress: 81 Arch St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,684
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Norfolk County
APN: 138154

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

William Mitchell Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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

54% 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

$2.40M – $2.90M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
74 Arch Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4220 Sq. Ft.	$2,674,905
91 Arch Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4487 Sq. Ft.	$2,218,607
106 Arch Street, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6268 Sq. Ft.	$2,464,093
15 Woodledge Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3014 Sq. Ft.	$1,770,239
55 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1580 Sq. Ft.	$1,371,376
75 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5400 Sq. Ft.	$2,816,375
74 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2772 Sq. Ft.	$1,660,020

Address	Redfin Estimate
86 Arch Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2350 Sq. Ft.	$1,470,853
109 Arch Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4500 Sq. Ft.	$2,685,622
67 Arch Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4850 Sq. Ft.	$2,124,656
41 Woodledge Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2539 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,038
61 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$1,814,071
143 Highgate Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$1,672,494
68 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1057 Sq. Ft.	$1,140,695

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99 Arch Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1825 Sq. Ft.	$1,740,863
80 Arch Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4270 Sq. Ft.	$2,453,651
51 Woodledge Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3800 Sq. Ft.	$2,112,160
69 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4328 Sq. Ft.	$2,690,179
127 Highgate Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1706 Sq. Ft.	$1,198,651
60 Savoy Road, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3800 Sq. Ft.	$1,963,696

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