Off Market Dec 2007 for $792K

$1,491,788

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,124/mo

•

2,169

sq ft

85 Whittier Rd, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Lovely details in this charming,1938 expanded cape in sought after neighborhood! New additon of 2002 gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops, double ovens,brkfst bar, seperate dining area,& pretty window overlooking very private rear yard. Elegant front to back living room w/ fireplace, window seats, built ins and lovely details. Large formal dining room with built in hutch. 4 good size bdrms, 2002 roof,windows etc. Bonus of f/p playroom in bsmnt. Easy walk to Hersey T. Shows Beautifully.

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$688Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Maureen Steverman • RE/MAX Home Team

Bought with Joanne Connolly • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham

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•Source:MLS PIN #70671441

Redfin Estimate

$1,491,788

$700K since sold in December 2007$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 15.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,190,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
89 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,955,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
15 Lancaster Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,100,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$1,525,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,314 sq ft
711 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,100,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,703 sq ft
19 Mount Vernon, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$890,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,100 sq ft
23 Cheney St, Needham, MA 02494

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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 85 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,661 (+4.2%)

$565,700 + $405,200

$970,900

2022

$12,156 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $385,300

$909,200

2021

$11,847 (+0.9%)

$523,900 + $385,300

$909,200

2020

$11,742 (+6.7%)

$524,400 + $415,700

$940,100

2019

$11,000 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $411,100

$887,800

2018

$10,547 (+6.1%)

$476,700 + $411,100

$887,800

2017

$9,938 (+2.6%)

$476,700 + $359,100

$835,800

2016

$9,690 (+8.6%)

$476,700 + $363,000

$839,700

2014

$8,922 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2013

$8,661 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2012

$8,393 (+6.8%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2011

$7,860 (+5.5%)

$414,500 + $306,600

$721,100

2010

$7,449 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $292,900

$707,400

2009

$7,046

$414,500 + $292,900

$707,400

Tax history for 85 Whittier Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,661 (+4.2%)

$565,700 + $405,200

$970,900

2022

$12,156 (+2.6%)

$523,900 + $385,300

$909,200

2021

$11,847 (+0.9%)

$523,900 + $385,300

$909,200

2020

$11,742 (+6.7%)

$524,400 + $415,700

$940,100

2019

$11,000 (+4.3%)

$476,700 + $411,100

$887,800

2018

$10,547 (+6.1%)

$476,700 + $411,100

$887,800

2017

$9,938 (+2.6%)

$476,700 + $359,100

$835,800

2016

$9,690 (+8.6%)

$476,700 + $363,000

$839,700

2014

$8,922 (+3.0%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2013

$8,661 (+3.2%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2012

$8,393 (+6.8%)

$414,500 + $352,000

$766,500

2011

$7,860 (+5.5%)

$414,500 + $306,600

$721,100

2010

$7,449 (+5.7%)

$414,500 + $292,900

$707,400

2009

$7,046

$414,500 + $292,900

$707,400

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841

Year renovated

2023

Sq. Ft.

2,169

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

137020

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Green

Last updated by owner on Aug 16, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Insulated, 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

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

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

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

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 - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,168
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: white

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Frontage Length: 85
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,828
Tax Year: 2007

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Great Plain to Whittier
UnparsedAddress: 85 Whittier Rd, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,169
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Norfolk County
APN: 137020
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green

Home facts updated by owner on Aug 16, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Broadmeadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

9/10

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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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Estimated sale price

$1.46M – $1.77M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
79 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2727 Sq. Ft.	$1,627,836
84 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4170 Sq. Ft.	$2,512,349

Address	Redfin Estimate
67 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2678 Sq. Ft.	$1,690,362
78 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2093 Sq. Ft.	$1,558,678

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2180 Sq. Ft.	$1,748,236
70 Whittier Road, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$1,598,675

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