$1,499,000

48 Taylor St Needham, MA 02494

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,587 sqft
0.6 acres
$418 / sqft
House

Property details

About 48 Taylor St

Spacious and versatile, this expanded ranch near Eliot School features an open floor plan perfect for modern living. The main level includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, privately set apart from the living areas. Enter into a welcoming living room with fireplace. The updated kitchen flows into a dining area and a family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, and a gas fireplace. A large slider opens to a deck and expansive private yard. The primary bedroom has a full bath with walk-in shower and nearby laundry. The finished basement offers 4 generous rooms—2 bedrooms, a full bath, living space, and a flexible bonus room ideal for an in-law or au pair suite. Ample storage includes a cedar closet, pantry, and large unfinished space. Located minutes from the highway, under 10 miles to Boston, and close to the commuter rail, shops, Trader Joe’s, Volante Farms, and scenic trails. A must-see home in a prime neighborhood! Make appt for showings. Open house Sat & Sun 12-2 pm.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
Size3,587 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.58 Acres
Year built1948
ParkingDetached, Carport, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73375681
Garage1 space
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom, Bedroom, Home Office, Bonus Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Carport, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • List Price: $1,499,000
  • Price/SqFt: $417
  • Annual Tax Amount: $11,654
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Hunnewell to Taylor
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Living Area: 3,587 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.58 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73375681
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Hawthorn Properties
  • Office Phone: (617) 840-3463
  • Listing Agent: Marie Moore Shapiro

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 23, 2012
Home Sold
$700,000
Jul 15, 1988
Home Sold
$200,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$930,800$11,654
2023$894,200$11,660
2022$831,200$11,113
2021$831,200$10,831
2020$839,100$10,480
2019$793,800$9,835

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

John Eliot

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

135 Wellesley Ave

6

Sunita L. Williams Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

585 Central Ave

9

Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

45 Hastings 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 $115,471. Typical income of Needham, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

8%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
28%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
12%
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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Frequently asked questions

About 48 Taylor St

The listing price of 48 Taylor St property is $1,499,000.

The property 48 Taylor St is a house located in Needham, Massachusetts, 02494.

Active Listing: 48 Taylor St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 48 Taylor St are: John Eliot (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sunita L. Williams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), High Rock School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Pollard Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wellesley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Needham High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wellesley High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newton South High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,654 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 23, 2012 for $700,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 48 Taylor St has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 48 Taylor St is 3,587 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 48 Taylor St is 1948.

This home is located at 48 Taylor St in Needham, MA and zip code 02494. This 3,587 square foot home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.58 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,499,000.

Over 17 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Needham, MA. In the same period over 7 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Needham, MA there were 20.6% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $1,683,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 23 days.

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

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