$2,475,000

178 S St Needham, MA 02492

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 2 partial
5,232 sqft
1.3 acres
$473 / sqft
House

Property details

About 178 S St

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!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Gravity, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
Size5,232 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.25 Acres
Year built1776
ParkingDetached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73347029
Attached garage4 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront, Beach, Navigable Water, River
FireplaceDining Room, Family Room, Living Room
ViewOther

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73347029
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (781) 449-1400
  • Listing Agent: Michael Niden

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2019
Home Sold
$1,700,000
Oct 10, 1995
Home Sold
$675,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,613,500$20,201
2023$1,560,600$20,350
2022$1,356,300$18,134
2021$1,356,300$17,673
2020$1,382,300$17,265
2019$1,366,200$16,927

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Broadmeadow

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

120 Broad Meadow Rd

9

William Mitchell

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

187 Brookline St

6

Riverdale

Public District 1-5

1.7 mi

143 Needham St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $135,000. Typical income of Needham, MA residents is between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

4%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
46%
100k-200k
27%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
32%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • TennisTennis
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • SportsSports
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 178 S St

This home is located at 178 S St in Needham, MA and zip code 02492. This 5,232 square foot home, which was built in 1776, sits on a 1.25 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,475,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Needham, MA there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 14 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Needham, MA between February and March 2025 increased by 26.9%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 44 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,680,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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