Off market sep 2008 for $1.6M

$2,594,676

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,789/mo

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7,652

sq ft

898 South St, Needham, MA 02492

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1910Year Built

4.13 acresLot Size

$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Nancy LaBranche • Prudential Edna Kranz Realty

Bought with Neal Balboni • Landmark Holdings Co.

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•Source:MLS PIN #70739602

Redfin Estimate

$2,594,676

$995K since sold in September 2008$116K since September

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This home's estimate is 23.6% lower than the average sale price ($3.40M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 27, 2026
$3,650,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths8,100 sq ft
90 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,985,000
B
6 beds5 baths6,200 sq ft
1 Mill St, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$5,200,000
C
5 beds6 baths10,407 sq ft
4 Wilson's Way, Dover, MA 02030
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,650,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths7,023 sq ft
20 Burr Dr, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$2,100,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths5,908 sq ft
175 Schoolmasters Ln, Dedham, MA 02026
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$3,800,000
F
6 beds6.5 baths7,867 sq ft
1780 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

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Market trends in 02492, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.6%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN OCT 12, 12PM TO 1PM
$1,895,000
5 beds2.5 baths2,950 sq ft
219 Harris Ave, Needham, MA 02492
$1,295,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,761 sq ft
1028 Webster St, Needham, MA 02492
$1,127,000
4 beds1 bath1,465 sq ft
66 Pilgrim Rd, Needham, MA 02492
$2,599,000
6 beds7.5 baths6,713 sq ft
311 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA 02492
EARLY ACCESS
$2,895,000
5 beds6 baths7,207 sq ft
754 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
$1,658,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,168 sq ft
900 Greendale #3, Needham, MA 02492
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3 beds2.5 baths1,932 sq ft
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2 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
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Sale history for 898 South St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$27,765 (−0.4%)

$783,200 + $1,346,000

$2,129,200

2022

$27,879 (+4.8%)

$783,200 + $1,302,000

$2,085,200

2021

$26,606 (+3.6%)

$783,200 + $1,258,700

$2,041,900

2020

$25,676 (+4.9%)

$783,300 + $1,272,400

$2,055,700

2019

$24,484 (+14.0%)

$783,300 + $1,192,800

$1,976,100

2018

$21,473 (+7.9%)

$783,300 + $1,024,200

$1,807,500

2017

$19,898 (+2.4%)

$783,300 + $890,200

$1,673,500

2016

$19,430 (+0.7%)

$783,300 + $900,400

$1,683,700

2014

$19,297 (+3.1%)

$783,300 + $874,500

$1,657,800

2013

$18,717 (+3.2%)

$783,300 + $873,100

$1,656,400

2012

$18,138 (+3.3%)

$783,300 + $873,100

$1,656,400

2011

$17,556 (+3.5%)

$783,300 + $827,300

$1,610,600

2010

$16,960 (+3.4%)

$783,300 + $827,300

$1,610,600

2009

$16,400

$783,300 + $863,300

$1,646,600

Tax history for 898 South St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$27,765 (−0.4%)

$783,200 + $1,346,000

$2,129,200

2022

$27,879 (+4.8%)

$783,200 + $1,302,000

$2,085,200

2021

$26,606 (+3.6%)

$783,200 + $1,258,700

$2,041,900

2020

$25,676 (+4.9%)

$783,300 + $1,272,400

$2,055,700

2019

$24,484 (+14.0%)

$783,300 + $1,192,800

$1,976,100

2018

$21,473 (+7.9%)

$783,300 + $1,024,200

$1,807,500

2017

$19,898 (+2.4%)

$783,300 + $890,200

$1,673,500

2016

$19,430 (+0.7%)

$783,300 + $900,400

$1,683,700

2014

$19,297 (+3.1%)

$783,300 + $874,500

$1,657,800

2013

$18,717 (+3.2%)

$783,300 + $873,100

$1,656,400

2012

$18,138 (+3.3%)

$783,300 + $873,100

$1,656,400

2011

$17,556 (+3.5%)

$783,300 + $827,300

$1,610,600

2010

$16,960 (+3.4%)

$783,300 + $827,300

$1,610,600

2009

$16,400

$783,300 + $863,300

$1,646,600

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.13 Acres

Year renovated

1990

Sq. Ft.

7,444

Year built

1910

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

145805

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 437
Length: 23
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 357
Length: 21
Width: 17
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 273
Length: 13
Width: 21
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 190
Length: 10
Width: 19
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 500
Length: 20
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 414
Length: 18
Width: 23
Level: Second
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 527
Length: 31
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Balcony / Deck

Kitchen Information
Area: 288
Length: 16
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Dining Area,Pantry

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partial, Crawl Space, Walk-Out Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 11
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Library, Den, Bedroom, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 7,652
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Attic Vent Elec.
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Barn/Stable

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 4.13
Lot Features: Wooded
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,654
Tax Year: 2008

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: Other (See Remarks)

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: After Chestnut on South. Across from Farley Pond
UnparsedAddress: 898 South St, Needham MA 02492

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s)
Horse Amenities: Paddocks

Public facts

Beds: 7
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,444
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Norfolk County
APN: 145805

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Antique Ice Chest In Basement
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

High Rock School

Public 6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° 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

$2.47M – $2.98M

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Home values near 898 South St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
914 South Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 10040 Sq. Ft.	$4,813,587
921 South Street, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2338 Sq. Ft.	$1,816,124

Address	Redfin Estimate
857 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6917 Sq. Ft.	$2,718,088
945 South Street, Needham, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,069,065

Address	Redfin Estimate
869 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 47000 Sq. Ft.	$2,852,458
884 South Street, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3643 Sq. Ft.	$2,274,971

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