$661,000
SOLD SEP 19, 2014

5 Bird St Needham, MA 02492

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,512 Sq Ft
10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$437 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

38 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2024

Welcome home! Move right in to this charming and classic brick front Cape located just steps from Broadmeadow Elem School. Recent interior renovations/updates include replacement windows throughout, new Buderus boiler, 200 Amp electrical service, finished basement/playroom with custom built-ins, and new stainless steel kitchen appliances. The refinished breezeway/mudroom leads out to backyard and provides a perfect drop zone for today's busy life. Enjoy hosting friends and spending time with family in the well-maintained, fenced-in yard with a new bluestone patio. Convenient walking distance to school, train, playgrounds and golf course. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to own a beautiful home and enjoy all that Needham has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ceci Fleming

Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham License #449545496 Listed on: 06/11/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Becky Krechting

BHHS Commonwealth R.E./ Robert Paul Prop.

BHHS Commonwealth R.E./ Robert Paul Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,087

Year Built

1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1952

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, University
  • Electric: 200 Amps
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 14X12
  • Bedroom 3: First Floor, 11X11
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 11X9
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 18X13
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 16X14
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 11X9
  • Family Room: First Floor, 14X11

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Vinyl, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Oil

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2007
Sold by
Nelson Charles P and Nelson Katherine G
Bought by
Mcginn Bryan P and Mcginn Melinda B
Current Estimated Value
$1,231,196

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2005
Sold by
Scotten Mary K and Scotten Thomas O
Bought by
Nelson Charles P and Nelson Katherine G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1998
Sold by
Hallem Arnold H and Hallem Marilyn F
Bought by
Scotten Thomas O and Scotten Mary K
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 $525,000 --
Deed $540,000 --
Deed $525,000 --
Deed $540,000 --
Deed $270,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $750,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $750,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $226,300 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $724,125 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $160,000 Balloon
Closed $609,600 New Conventional
Closed $520,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $498,250 New Conventional
Closed $33,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Sold $1,150,000 +9.5% $622 / Sq Ft
08/24/2024 08/24/24 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2024 08/22/24 For Sale $1,049,999 +8.8% $568 / Sq Ft
04/20/2021 04/20/21 Sold $965,500 +6.1% $533 / Sq Ft
03/08/2021 03/08/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $910,000 +19.4% $502 / Sq Ft
04/27/2017 04/27/17 Sold $762,000 +3.7% $412 / Sq Ft
02/14/2017 02/14/17 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2017 02/08/17 For Sale $735,000 +11.2% $398 / Sq Ft
09/19/2014 09/19/14 Sold $661,000 0.0% $437 / Sq Ft
07/19/2014 07/19/14 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2014 06/19/14 Off Market $661,000 -- --
06/11/2014 06/11/14 For Sale $610,000 -- $403 / 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 $12,087 $1,140,300 $801,800 $338,500
2024 $12,027 $960,600 $590,200 $370,400
2023 $12,138 $930,800 $590,200 $340,600
2022 $11,423 $854,400 $522,400 $332,000
2021 $10,425 $800,100 $522,400 $277,700
2020 $9,855 $789,000 $522,400 $266,600
2019 $9,154 $738,800 $475,000 $263,800
2018 $8,777 $738,800 $475,000 $263,800
2017 $7,826 $658,200 $475,000 $183,200
2016 $6,803 $589,500 $403,900 $185,600
2015 $6,655 $589,500 $403,900 $185,600
2014 $5,974 $513,200 $336,800 $176,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71697147

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000019-000032