$1,495,000

1574 Central Ave Needham, MA 02492

Estimated payment $9,197/month

Total Views 2,483
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,603 Sq Ft
$574 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Golf Course Community
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Newman Elementary School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Deck

About This Home

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Bring your own flair to this wonderful family home! Update and discover comfort in this spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home nestled on a picturesque 1-acre lot. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, this home offers both warmth and style. A newer roof (2022) adds value and peace of mind, while the 2-car garage provides ample storage and parking. The kitchen, featuring a new refrigerator, adjoins a sunroom with sliders accessing the deck. Enjoy cozy evenings in the living room by the fireplace, overlooking the large level yard or enjoy family meals in the dining room accented by a built-in hutch. Head down to the walkout lower level, perfect for a family room, home office, or future expansion. With plenty of indoor and outdoor space, this home is ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the generous lot. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to move in to a well-maintained home with classic features in a serene setting!

Listing Agent

Jill Finkelstein & Associates

Compass Listed on: 08/08/2025

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Jill Finkelstein

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,140

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,603 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Picture Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Play Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Newman Elementary School
  • Hirock/Pollard Middle School
  • Needham High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 146075

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,140

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Split Entry
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Slider, Closet, Sun Room, Bonus Room, Play Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 168
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 168
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 255
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Features: Exterior Access, Slider
  • Room Family Room Area: 300
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access
  • Room Kitchen Area: 231
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 392
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
  • Basement: Full, Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2603
  • Living Area: 2603
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 574.34
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 574.34

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 146075
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1
  • Lot Size Area: 1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12140
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Needham
  • Elementary School: Newman
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hirock/Pollard

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $12,140 $1,145,300 $708,400 $436,900
2024 $12,071 $964,100 $569,800 $394,300
2023 $12,149 $931,700 $569,800 $361,900
2022 $10,245 $766,300 $431,800 $334,500
2021 $9,985 $766,300 $431,800 $334,500
2020 $9,885 $791,400 $431,800 $359,600
2019 $9,708 $783,500 $431,800 $351,700
2018 $9,308 $783,500 $431,800 $351,700
2017 $8,802 $740,300 $431,800 $308,500
2016 $8,582 $743,700 $431,800 $311,900
2015 $8,396 $743,700 $431,800 $311,900
2014 $8,519 $731,900 $431,800 $300,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $574 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $80,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73415623

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000212-000007