OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2020 for $1.4M

$1,922,474

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,141/mo

•

2,729

sq ft

81 Highland Ter, Needham, MA 02494

About this home

This impeccably maintained and thoughtfully designed 2017 construction with expansive lush grounds is not to be missed! Situated on a dead-end street near the Newton line and minutes to highways, shops and restaurants, this modern architectural show piece boasts all the best amenities. Welcoming and expansive driveway leads to a farmers porch entrance, artfully flanked by artisanal stonework. A seamless blend of classic style and practical modern design await inside. Brilliant windows and high ceilings light up the interiors. Oversized chef's kitchen boasts an opulent center island, Thermador appliances, 3 sinks, 2 dishwashers, double ovens, wine bar with cooler, and opens to a family room with fireplace and sliders to deck. Upstairs, a luxurious master with walk-in closet, spa-like bath and 3 additional bedrooms await. Lower level is perfect for future build-out, with French doors to patio. The grounds are truly spectacular with mature trees, stone walls and abundance of play space.

Single-familyProperty Type

2017Year Built

0.37 acresLot Size

$704Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Michele Friedler Team • Hammond Residential Real Estate

Bought with Adam Shamus • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72746051

Redfin Estimate

$1,922,474

$467K since sold in December 2020$24K since October

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This home's estimate is 25.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.53M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$1,350,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,552 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,555,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,925 sq ft
11 Harvard Cir, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$1,331,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,770 sq ft
100 Elder Rd, Needham, MA 02494
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,800,000
D
4 beds4.5 baths3,413 sq ft
1124 Chestnut St, Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,460,000
E
5 beds2 baths2,383 sq ft
30 Roland St, Newton, MA 02461
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$1,700,000
F
5 beds3 baths3,375 sq ft
48 Goddard St, Newton, MA 02461

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

13 days MoM

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8 MoM

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Sale history for 81 Highland Ter

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72746051

Dec 23, 2020

Sold

$1,455,000

$533/sq ft

Oct 26, 2020

Contingent

—

Oct 21, 2020

Listed

$1,389,000

$509/sq ft

MLS PIN #71965531

May 31, 2016

Sold

$540,000

$198/sq ft

Mar 9, 2016

Pending

—

Mar 1, 2016

Listed

$569,000

$209/sq ft

+13

LOTS of potential in this 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath Cape on a fenced, 16,180+/-sqft lot at the end of the street. Large 1st floor family room, 4 good size bedrooms, hardwood floors though out the house, good ceiling height on all levels. The house is in nice condition, just needs TLC to make it your own. The unfinished walk-out basement has a lot of space with good ceiling height, possibility of finishing it. Large level fenced yard. Sold as is. Beautiful, private Needham Skyline Park located across the street. Shopping, restaurants and highway access to 95. There have been several updates in this home, electrical 100 amps 2 years ago, hot water tank, December 2015

Public Records

Aug 1, 1989

Sold

$481,500

$176/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 30, 1989

Sold

$185,000

$68/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 25, 1987

Sold

$168,000

$62/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,636 (+4.0%)

$435,000 + $1,070,800

$1,505,800

2022

$18,877 (+34.3%)

$400,000 + $1,011,900

$1,411,900

2021

$14,054 (+0.8%)

$400,000 + $678,600

$1,078,600

2020

$13,949 (+5.7%)

$400,000 + $716,800

$1,116,800

2019

$13,192 (+4.3%)

$364,600 + $700,100

$1,064,700

2018

$12,649 (+110.4%)

$364,600 + $700,100

$1,064,700

2017

$6,012 (+3.0%)

$364,600 + $141,000

$505,600

2016

$5,835 (+13.7%)

$364,600 + $141,000

$505,600

2014

$5,133 (+3.0%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2013

$4,983 (+3.2%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2012

$4,829 (+3.3%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2011

$4,674 (+3.5%)

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

2010

$4,515 (+5.7%)

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

2009

$4,271

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

Tax history for 81 Highland Ter

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$19,636 (+4.0%)

$435,000 + $1,070,800

$1,505,800

2022

$18,877 (+34.3%)

$400,000 + $1,011,900

$1,411,900

2021

$14,054 (+0.8%)

$400,000 + $678,600

$1,078,600

2020

$13,949 (+5.7%)

$400,000 + $716,800

$1,116,800

2019

$13,192 (+4.3%)

$364,600 + $700,100

$1,064,700

2018

$12,649 (+110.4%)

$364,600 + $700,100

$1,064,700

2017

$6,012 (+3.0%)

$364,600 + $141,000

$505,600

2016

$5,835 (+13.7%)

$364,600 + $141,000

$505,600

2014

$5,133 (+3.0%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2013

$4,983 (+3.2%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2012

$4,829 (+3.3%)

$305,600 + $135,400

$441,000

2011

$4,674 (+3.5%)

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

2010

$4,515 (+5.7%)

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

2009

$4,271

$305,600 + $123,200

$428,800

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.37 Acres

Year renovated

2017

Sq. Ft.

2,729

Year built

2017

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

141607

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: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 165
Length: 11
Width: 15
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 285
Length: 19
Width: 15
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 285
Length: 19
Width: 15
Level: First

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Engineered Hardwood
Interior Features: Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,729
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
Lot Features: Easements
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,949
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Propane, Hydro Air, Leased Propane Tank
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Highland Ave or Riverside St
UnparsedAddress: 81 Highland Terrace, Needham MA 02494

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

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,729
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Norfolk County
APN: 141607

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

58% 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 • 02494

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Estimated sale price

$1.83M – $2.21M

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Home values near 81 Highland Ter

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 855 Sq. Ft.	$692,585
57 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
67 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1568 Sq. Ft.	$1,030,363
53 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	—
49 Highland Terrace, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$783,471

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