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Off market aug 2023 for $1.7M

$1,863,041

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,408/mo

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2,745

sq ft

85 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Welcome home to this beautiful, updated & expanded cape that has everything you are looking for in one of Needham’s most desirable neighborhoods/Sunita Williams district. The main level features a fireplaced living room, formal dining room, large expanded eat in kitchen, separate mudroom w/cubbies, playroom/den that leads to a relaxing screened in porch. The second level features a primary suite with walk in closet & full bath, two additional bedrooms and family bath. The additional 4th bedroom over the garage with separate staircase is perfect for office or guests. The lower level has a large fireplaced playroom & laundry with stairs/direct access to private backyard. Screened in porch overlooks the large private fenced backyard and is perfect for entertaining. Short distance to Volante Farms, Needham Heights/Center shopping, restaurants/commuter rail, Wellesley Center & Babson College. OPEN HOUSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$679Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Varano Realty Group • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Natasha Roberts • Hammond Residential Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #73135812

Redfin Estimate

$1,863,041

$113K since sold in August 2023$5,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 23.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$1,400,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,456 sq ft
14 Fuller Brook Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,550,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,237 sq ft
27 Rolling Ln, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$1,350,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,236 sq ft
89 Rolling Ln, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,305,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,345 sq ft
16 Stockdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,130,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,609 sq ft
21 Madison Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$1,325,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,489 sq ft
277 Rosemary St, 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

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$2,786,000
6 beds5 baths6,100 sq ft
57 Mayflower Rd, Needham, MA 02492
$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
$529,000
2 beds2 baths1,353 sq ft
1212 Greendale Ave #333, Needham, MA 02492
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Sale history for 85 Clarke Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73135812

Aug 22, 2023

Sold

$1,750,000

$638/sq ft

Jul 15, 2023

Contingent

—

Jul 13, 2023

Listed

$1,649,000

$601/sq ft

MLS PIN #71632973

Apr 4, 2014

Sold

$990,000

$361/sq ft

Feb 16, 2014

Contingent

—

Feb 12, 2014

Listed

$949,000

$346/sq ft

+23

Wonderfully updated expanded Cape in fantastic location near Wellesley and Babson College. Several updates since 2006 including roof, central air, kitchen and bathroom, sprinkler system, paint, electrical and more! Elegant Master Suite and 3 more bedrooms on the second floor. Finished basement with room to finish additional space. Bright large breakfast area attached to kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite. Screened in porch overlooking spacious and fenced in back yard. One of the most desirable Needham streets with a great combination of spaciousness and privacy to go with the neighborhood feel. Showings begin Thursday afternoon. First open house Saturday and Sunday from 1-3. Any offers received will be reviewed Sunday at 6:00.

MLS PIN #70117033

Feb 15, 2005

Sold

$845,000

$308/sq ft

Dec 4, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Nov 13, 2004

Listed

$879,000

$320/sq ft

MLS PIN #30243228

Oct 30, 1998

Sold

$417,000

$152/sq ft

Sep 22, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Jul 21, 1998

Listed

$449,000

$164/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,576 (+3.9%)

$612,700 + $505,100

$1,117,800

2022

$14,025 (+2.6%)

$567,700 + $481,300

$1,049,000

2021

$13,668 (+2.1%)

$567,700 + $481,300

$1,049,000

2020

$13,381 (+6.4%)

$567,700 + $503,600

$1,071,300

2019

$12,572 (+4.3%)

$516,600 + $498,100

$1,014,700

2018

$12,055 (+6.4%)

$516,600 + $498,100

$1,014,700

2017

$11,330 (+8.1%)

$516,600 + $436,300

$952,900

2016

$10,479 (+6.3%)

$516,600 + $391,500

$908,100

2014

$9,854 (+3.0%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2013

$9,567 (+3.2%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2012

$9,270 (+4.7%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2011

$8,850 (+3.5%)

$470,100 + $341,800

$811,900

2010

$8,549 (+3.4%)

$470,100 + $341,800

$811,900

2009

$8,269

$488,400 + $341,800

$830,200

Tax history for 85 Clarke Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,576 (+3.9%)

$612,700 + $505,100

$1,117,800

2022

$14,025 (+2.6%)

$567,700 + $481,300

$1,049,000

2021

$13,668 (+2.1%)

$567,700 + $481,300

$1,049,000

2020

$13,381 (+6.4%)

$567,700 + $503,600

$1,071,300

2019

$12,572 (+4.3%)

$516,600 + $498,100

$1,014,700

2018

$12,055 (+6.4%)

$516,600 + $498,100

$1,014,700

2017

$11,330 (+8.1%)

$516,600 + $436,300

$952,900

2016

$10,479 (+6.3%)

$516,600 + $391,500

$908,100

2014

$9,854 (+3.0%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2013

$9,567 (+3.2%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2012

$9,270 (+4.7%)

$470,100 + $376,500

$846,600

2011

$8,850 (+3.5%)

$470,100 + $341,800

$811,900

2010

$8,549 (+3.4%)

$470,100 + $341,800

$811,900

2009

$8,269

$488,400 + $341,800

$830,200

*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

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

2,313

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

143455

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Sep 27, 2024 • Final

Plumbing permit - residential & commercial projects

Plumbing

Water heater

Sep 20, 2024 • Final

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

Remodel

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

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, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

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

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

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

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

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

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,745
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,576
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Please use Google Maps
UnparsedAddress: 85 Clarke 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, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,313
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Norfolk County
APN: 143455

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Landscape Lights, Fridge In Basement, Washer & Dryer.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Sunita L. Williams Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

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

53% 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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Historical weather

Needham, MA • 02492

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Estimated sale price

$1.77M – $2.14M

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Home values near 85 Clarke Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
96 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6400 Sq. Ft.	$2,907,791
93 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4500 Sq. Ft.	$2,532,683
76 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2997 Sq. Ft.	$1,935,834
120 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4300 Sq. Ft.	$2,206,283
95 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2902 Sq. Ft.	$1,859,037
59 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2491 Sq. Ft.	$1,701,705
116 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3574 Sq. Ft.	$1,478,643

Address	Redfin Estimate
104 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2799 Sq. Ft.	$1,598,044
54 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3650 Sq. Ft.	$1,791,399
86 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3494 Sq. Ft.	$1,560,816
102 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3150 Sq. Ft.	$1,607,373
75 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2269 Sq. Ft.	$1,775,171
129 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$1,229,316
130 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$2,500,110

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5027 Sq. Ft.	$2,416,399
66 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 28500 Sq. Ft.	$2,011,460
114 Clarke Cir, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2210 Sq. Ft.	$1,857,775
108 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3339 Sq. Ft.	$2,176,253
67 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3001 Sq. Ft.	$1,677,153
115 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$1,788,817
126 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1821 Sq. Ft.	$1,302,255

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