$2,725,000
SOLD JUL 23, 2025

179 Melrose Ave Needham, MA 02492

4 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,261 Sq Ft
9,148 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$518 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Mitchell Elementary School Rated A
  • Home Theater
  • 5-minute walk to Perry Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Spectacular 2011 colonial on one of Needham's ladder streets, only a few blocks to town center and Mitchell school, this 4 bed, 5.5 bath home has it all! Covered front porch with swing and mature landscaping welcome you. Inside, arts and crafts style wainscoting, soaring ceilings, crown moldings, walnut floors, and high-end finishes throughout. 1st floor boasts livingroom; diningroom; study; kitchen with island, Subzero refrigerator, stainless appliances, white custom cabinetry and dining area; fireplaced familyroom; and slider to magnificent patio with built-in firepit and level fenced yard! Upstairs you will find private primary suite with vaulted ceiling, 2 walk-in closets, luxury bathroom with soaking tub and large tiled shower; 2 corner family bedrooms share double vanity bath; a corner ensuite bedroom; and laundry room. 3rd floor ideal for guest suite or office, with full bath. Basement with high ceilings, rec room, office/gym/bed option, and amazing music room. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Benna Lynch Rondini

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 05/14/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

The Samantha Eisenberg Group

Compass

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,905

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced Yard
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned SRB

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Picture Window
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Dual Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Covered Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 5 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Generator Hookup
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Water Treatment System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:048.0 B:0015 L:0000.0,139787

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,905

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Linen, Recessed Lighting, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Bathroom, Office, Media Room, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 168
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 143
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 144
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 360
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 143
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Room Family Room Area: 285
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Room Kitchen Area: 399
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 144
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Area: 374
  • Room Office Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3904
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1357
  • Living Area: 5261
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN6527
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 493.25
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 517.96
  • MAIN SO: AN2383
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
  • 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, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Generator, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 5

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:048.0 B:0015 L:0000.0,139787
  • Zoning: SRB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9148
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 512

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 21905
  • Tax Book Number: 28791

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Gallucci Marc and Gallucci Karen
Bought by
Feiner Clare and Feiner Jacob
Seller's Agent
Benna Lynch Rondini
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
The Samantha Eisenberg Group
Compass
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$130,000
5.01%
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-37.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,712,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,711,051
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$888,471

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2011
Sold by
Brickstone Dev Corp
Bought by
Gallucci Marc and Gallucci Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,020,000
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2010
Sold by
Stover Scott A
Bought by
Brickstone Dev Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$976,000
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $2,725,000 --
Deed $1,275,000 --
Deed $1,275,000 --
Deed $570,000 --
Deed $570,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,712,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $420,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,020,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $976,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $200,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $80,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Sold $2,725,000 +5.0% $518 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $2,595,000 -- $493 / 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 $21,905 $2,066,500 $790,900 $1,275,600
2024 $23,394 $1,868,500 $574,300 $1,294,200
2023 $21,213 $1,626,800 $574,300 $1,052,500
2022 $20,421 $1,527,400 $531,900 $995,500
2021 $19,902 $1,527,400 $531,900 $995,500
2020 $18,541 $1,484,500 $532,000 $952,500
2019 $17,503 $1,412,700 $483,600 $929,100
2018 $16,783 $1,412,700 $483,600 $929,100
2017 $15,333 $1,289,600 $483,600 $806,000
2016 $14,977 $1,297,800 $483,600 $814,200
2015 $14,652 $1,297,800 $483,600 $814,200
2014 $13,882 $1,192,600 $420,500 $772,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73374828

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000048-000015