NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1259 Great Plain Ave Needham, MA 02492

Estimated Value: $935,000 - $1,319,549

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,408 Sq Ft
$810/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 25, 2021

Last sale price $860,000 $611 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,939/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fenced Yard
  • High Rock Middle School Rated A
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of May 2021

Charm abounds in this meticulously maintained and updated classic colonial just 0.25 miles from the shops, restaurants and commuter rail in Needham Center. The sunny living room features wainscoting, crown moulding, and a fireplace, and flows to an inviting dining room with built-in corner cabinets. The kitchen is updated with new stainless appliances, granite countertops and maple cabinetry. A renovated half-bath completes the first floor. Up the gracious staircase are the primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and the updated full bath. The home has gleaming hardwoods throughout. Sip your morning coffee on the screened porch off of the living room, and enjoy outdoor dining on the deck overlooking the fenced back yard with mature plantings. The unfinished basement has a washer and dryer and abundant storage. There is a one-car detached garage and additional driveway parking. Enjoy all that Needham has to offer in this lovely home so convenient to Needham Center!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donahue Maley & Burns Team

Compass Listed on: 04/07/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Amy Weed

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Tish Kennedy Dolan

Louise Condon Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,683

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Property is zoned SRB

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Needham High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Screened Porch
  • Deck
  • Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:131.0 B:0009 L:0000.0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,683

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built Description: Approximate, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 602.98
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1926

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • No Rooms: 6
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Decorative Molding
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: BB5230
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1408.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Oil

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunita Williams
  • Middle School: Pollard
  • High School: Needham HS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 642400.00
  • Acre: 0.17
  • Lot Size: 7405.00
  • Page: 523
  • Parcel Number: M:131.0 B:0009 L:0000.0
  • Zoning: SRB
  • Lot Description: Level

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 8024.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 144432
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • Grade School: Sunita Williams
  • High School: Needham HS
  • Middle School: Pollard

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2024
Sold by
Shipovikj Miroslav
Bought by
Shipovikj Divna
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$1,139,887

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2008
Sold by
King Charles R and King Colleen M
Bought by
Carroll Rebecca H and Carroll George H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,850
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2003
Sold by
Love Anne E
Bought by
King Charles R and King Colleen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 1996
Sold by
Olsen Douglas T and Olsen Maureen M
Bought by
Love Anne E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1992
Sold by
Ting Peter H W
Bought by
Olsen Douglas T and Olsen Maureen M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shipovikj Divna -- None Available
Carroll Rebecca H $523,000 --
King Charles R $437,000 --
Love Anne E $240,000 --
Love Anne E $240,000 --
Olsen Douglas T $193,000 --
Olsen Douglas T $193,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shipovikj Miroslav $360,000
Previous Owner Carroll Rebecca H $496,850
Previous Owner King Charles R $350,000
Previous Owner King Charles R $322,700
Previous Owner King Charles R $70,600
Previous Owner Love Anne E $30,000
Previous Owner Love Anne E $202,000
Previous Owner Ting Peter $12,000
Previous Owner Ting Peter $202,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/25/2021 05/25/21 Sold $860,000 +1.3% $611 / Sq Ft
04/13/2021 04/13/21 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2021 04/07/21 For Sale $849,000 -- $603 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,683 $1,007,800 $628,500 $379,300
2024 $10,450 $834,700 $509,800 $324,900
2023 $10,594 $812,400 $509,800 $302,600
2022 $10,332 $772,800 $480,900 $291,900
2021 $8,390 $643,900 $432,800 $211,100
2020 $8,024 $642,400 $433,300 $209,100
2019 $7,445 $600,900 $393,900 $207,000
2018 $7,139 $600,900 $393,900 $207,000
2017 $6,875 $578,200 $393,900 $184,300
2016 $6,696 $580,200 $393,900 $186,300
2015 $6,550 $580,200 $393,900 $186,300
2014 $6,309 $542,000 $358,100 $183,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72809936

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000131-000009