$1,385,000
SOLD MAR 13, 2025

51 Emerson Rd Needham, MA 02492

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,563 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$540 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Newman Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of March 2025

Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood, this rare 5-bedroom, 2 full bath cape has a flexible layout offering an opportunity to designate one of the two generous-sized bedrooms on the first floor as the primary or opt for upstairs, where three more cozy bedrooms await. The first floor welcomes you with an inviting open floor plan that balances openness with the privacy you will covet. The recently renovated kitchen is a centerpiece, boasting a stunning island that serves as the perfect gathering spot for family meals or entertaining large groups. The dining room is a rarity, capable of accommodating a large, oversized table and the fireplaced living room is ideal for relaxation and intimate conversations. There is more with a finished walkout basement, offering additional sanity space perfect for a gaming area, TV or playroom. There is also a spacious laundry room, large storage room and convenient direct access to both the garage and backyard. Make sure you don't miss out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Gordon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton Listed on: 02/06/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Last Buyer's Agent

Shari McGuirk

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,313

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is zoned SRB

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Newman Elementary School
  • Needham High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 4 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:044.0 B:0047 L:0000.0,139557

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,313

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Buyer Agency: 2.0
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Radon Remediation System
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1861
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 702
  • Living Area: 2563
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 487.32
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 540.38
  • MAIN SO: AN4471

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 4

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:044.0 B:0047 L:0000.0,139557
  • Zoning: SRB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 105
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10313
  • Tax Book Number: 25791

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Needham
  • Elementary School: Newman

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2025
Closed on
Mar 13, 2025
Sold by
Cardozo William C and Cardozo Tara B
Bought by
Bain Will and Mcguirk Emma
Seller's Agent
David Gordon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Buyer's Agent
Shari McGuirk
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$136,000
10.89%
Views
45
Current Estimated Value
$1,408,613

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,613
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,108,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,102,416
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$306,197

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2008
Sold by
Bragdon Curtis S and Bragdon Heather G
Bought by
Cardozo William C and Cardozo Tara B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1998
Sold by
Emerson Barbara E
Bought by
Bragdon Heather E and Bragdon Curtis S
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Quit Claim Deed $1,385,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $1,385,000 None Available
Deed $524,000 --
Deed $524,000 --
Deed $297,000 --
Deed $297,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,108,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,108,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $402,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Sold $1,385,000 +10.9% $540 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2025 02/06/25 For Sale $1,249,000 -- $487 / 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 $12,430 $1,172,600 $731,400 $441,200
2024 $10,313 $823,700 $512,300 $311,400
2023 $10,509 $805,900 $512,300 $293,600
2022 $10,187 $761,900 $474,400 $287,500
2021 $9,928 $761,900 $474,400 $287,500
2020 $9,691 $775,900 $474,800 $301,100
2019 $7,937 $640,600 $431,700 $208,900
2018 $7,610 $640,600 $431,700 $208,900
2017 $7,297 $613,700 $431,700 $182,000
2016 $7,082 $613,700 $431,700 $182,000
2015 $6,929 $613,700 $431,700 $182,000
2014 $6,624 $569,100 $392,400 $176,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73332932

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000044-000047