$1,305,000
SOLD JUL 22, 2024

28 Howe Rd Needham, MA 02492

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,429 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$537 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is near public transit
  • Newman Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2024

Located in a delightful neighborhood, close to Needham Center & Wellesley Hills, this expanded & remodeled Cape style home, features 3 bedrooms/3 full baths. The seller carefully & thoughtfully opened up the living space on both levels, creating a more contemporary & functional layout. The modern kitchen is adorned w/granite countertops, breakfast bar peninsula & stainless steel appliances & is adjacent to both the spacious living & dining rooms. The sun drenched living room has multiple built-ins & shelving, a wood burning fireplace & plentiful windows. The mudroom is home to pantry storage, a full bath & access to a large rear deck & fenced-in southeast-facing backyard. The 2nd level houses the primary suite w/cathedral ceiling & elegant bath, 2 additional spacious BRs, guest bath & 2 linen closets. The partially finished lower level is versatile, providing extra office, playroom and/or guest room space. Central AC, prof. landscaping, yard shed & garage pkg make this a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Glovsky

The Charles Realty Listed on: 05/07/2024

Co-Listed By

Nathalie Grenet

The Charles Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Martha Brown

Leading Edge Real Estate

Leading Edge Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,890

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned SRB

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,429 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:119.0 B:0014 L:0000.0,143820

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,890

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker: 1.0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Living Area: 2429
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: BB9906
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 491.97
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 537.26
  • MAIN SO: AN4643

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:119.0 B:0014 L:0000.0,143820
  • Zoning: SRB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10846
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11890
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Needham Hs
  • Elementary School: Newman
  • Middle Or Junior School: Pollard

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2018
Sold by
Hartung Stephanie R and Hartung Karl
Bought by
Hartung Stephanie R
Current Estimated Value
$1,320,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2003
Sold by
Breckling Charles W and Lam Amy W
Bought by
Hartung Karl W and Hartung Stephaine R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $495,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $495,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $990,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $1,044,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $279,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $289,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $310,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2024 07/22/24 Sold $1,305,000 +9.2% $537 / Sq Ft
05/14/2024 05/14/24 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2024 05/07/24 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $492 / 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 $12,831 $1,210,500 $797,500 $413,000
2024 $11,890 $949,700 $575,400 $374,300
2023 $11,997 $920,000 $575,400 $344,600
2022 $11,359 $849,600 $513,900 $335,700
2021 $11,070 $849,600 $513,900 $335,700
2020 $10,552 $844,800 $513,900 $330,900
2019 $9,856 $795,500 $467,300 $328,200
2018 $9,451 $795,500 $467,300 $328,200
2017 $8,985 $755,700 $467,300 $288,400
2016 $8,755 $758,700 $467,300 $291,400
2015 $8,566 $758,700 $467,300 $291,400
2014 $8,043 $691,000 $406,500 $284,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73234317

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000119-000014