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178 South St, Needham, MA 02492

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For Sale

$2,475,000

4 beds • 2 baths • 2 half baths • 5,232 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 14,478 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$21,210 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • $473.05
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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BostonGlobe HOME OF THE WEEK. Have you ever dreamed of living in a poem, a painting, a stop on the Underground RR or on the banks of the Charles? Here, where Longfellow once penned the River Charles and NC Wyeth brought visions to life, you can. Inside, you'll find original details such as wainscoting and wide plank wood floors, along with six wood-burning hearths that enhance the home's warm inviting atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features a walk-in fridge and high-end Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Two staircases lead to the second level, w/ four bedrooms and a convenient second-floor laundry. The house is ADA compliant, with an elevator providing easy access to both the first and second floors. Outside, a flagstone terrace offers stunning views over 1.25 acres of lush, pastoral land. A detached four-car garage A separate, air-conditioned 840 sq ft artists studio, complete with a kitchen, full bath, and vaulted ceiling- Multigenerational living at its best. SOLD AS IS!
MLS# 73347029

Courtesy Of Keller Williams Boston South West

(781) 449-1400

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Water Front
  • Architecture Style
    Colonial
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Heating System
    Fireplace
  • Lot Size
    1.25 Acres

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    $12,711
  • Property Taxes
    $1,767
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Schools

High Rock School

Grades 6 Public School

Needham, MA 02492 1.6 miles
77 ferndale rd

394 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Broadmeadow

Grades KG-5 Public School

Needham, MA 02492 0.8 miles
120 broad meadow rd

515 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Pollard Middle School

Grades 7-8 Public School

Needham, MA 02492 0.9 miles
200 harris ave

901 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A

School Details

Needham High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Needham Heights, MA 02494 1.6 miles
609 webster st

1670 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
The Rashi School 0.8 miles Private KG-8
St Joseph School 1.5 miles Private PK-8
William Mitchell 1.5 miles Public KG-5 A
Noble And Greenough School 1.5 miles Private 7-12
Riverdale 1.7 miles Public 1-5 B-
Solomon Schechter Day School 1.8 miles Private KG-8
Early Childhood Center 1.9 miles Public PK-KG
Solomon Schechtee Day School 2.1 miles Private PK-8
Ursuline Academy 2.2 miles Private 7-12
West Roxbury Academy 2.2 miles Public 9-12
Urban Science Academy 2.2 miles Public 9-12
Newman Elementary School 2.4 miles Public PK-5 A-
Dedham Country Day School 2.5 miles Private PK-8
Catholic Memorial 2.5 miles Private 7-12
Riverside School 2.5 miles Private 9-12
Joyce Kilmer K-8 School 2.6 miles Public PK-8 C

The Rashi School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

St Joseph School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

William Mitchell

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

A

Noble And Greenough School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 7-12

Riverdale

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: 1-5

B-

Solomon Schechter Day School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

Early Childhood Center

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-KG

Solomon Schechtee Day School

Distance: 2.1 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Ursuline Academy

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: 7-12

West Roxbury Academy

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

Urban Science Academy

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

Newman Elementary School

Distance: 2.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A-

Dedham Country Day School

Distance: 2.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Catholic Memorial

Distance: 2.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 7-12

Riverside School

Distance: 2.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Joyce Kilmer K-8 School

Distance: 2.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Needham, MA 02492

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Needham, MA 02492

This community’s employment is highest in the education and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

82° July
Hottest Average Month
18° January
Coldest Average Month
7,561 Total Households in Area
-0.6% Increase in population since the year 2010
44.5%
of households
have children
27 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Needham, MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492 has a population of 22,107 people in 7,561 households with a median age of 42.7 years old.

-0.6%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
7,501
Total households as of 2010
8.3%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 42.7 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 82%
Asian 9%
Hispanic 4%
Black 1%
Other 1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 82%, followed by Asian at 9%, Hispanic at 4%, and Black at 1%.

Economics
for Needham, MA 02492

2,449 /sq mi
Population Density
$191,114 /yr
Median Household Income
$1,464,500
Median Sales Price
27 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Over $200k representing 47.7% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 64%
  • Work from Home 22%
  • Public Transit 11%
  • Walk or Bike 4%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 6,709 86%
Rented 852 11%
Vacant 255 3%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 94%
Blue Collar 6%

Family & Education Facts
for Needham, MA 02492

42.7 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.8
persons per
household

73.3%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Graduate Degree 54%
Bachelors Degree 31%
High School Graduate 6%
Some College 5%
Associates Degree 3%
Some High School <1%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Graduate Degree, representing 53.75% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
44.5% of households have children

Weather
for Needham, MA 02492

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 82° F in July to a low of 18° F in January

82° July
Hottest Average Month
18° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
18°
36°
Feb
19°
38°
Mar
27°
46°
Apr
37°
57°
May
46°
69°
Jun
56°
77°
Jul
61°
82°
Aug
60°
81°
Sep
52°
73°
Oct
41°
62°
Nov
33°
51°
Dec
23°
40°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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