$1,525,000
PENDING

56 Laurel Dr Needham, MA 02492

Estimated payment $9,371/month

Total Views 2,218
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,460 Sq Ft
$441 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Custom Closet System
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Newman Elementary School Rated A
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

Handsome 1928 Cape Colonial with over 3400 sf is located in one of Needham's most coveted neighborhoods. Gracious front to back fireplaced living room and formal dining room are perfect for family gatherings. Renovated cherry kitchen features quarztite counters, ss appliances, pantry, half bath, and large eating area with direct access to outdoor deck . A small den is tucked away perfect for office or study. Oversized family room gleams with sunshine from walls of windows as well as storage from custom cabinetry. Second floor features wonderful primary suite with three closets-two walk ins and large bath. Three additional bedrooms, laundry and full bath are located off center hall. One year old roof and recent central air replacement are just some of the features of this special home. Years of beautiful plantings flank all sides of this pretty yard for your seasonal enjoyment. Don't miss this one!

Listing Agent

Paula Callanan

Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham Listed on: 05/16/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,497

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Play Room
  • Home Gym
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Laurel Drive Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 139023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,497

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Cape
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Subdivision Name: Laurel Drive
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Play Room, Exercise Room, Den
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 192
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 180
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 117
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 340
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Family Room Area: 440
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook
  • Room Kitchen Area: 187
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 312
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3027
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 433
  • Living Area: 3460
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 440.75
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 440.75

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Professional Landscaping
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • 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, Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Steam, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 139023
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size Area: 0.2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10497
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $10,497 $990,300 $745,200 $245,100
2024 $12,543 $1,001,800 $521,900 $479,900
2023 $12,521 $960,200 $521,900 $438,300
2022 $12,080 $903,500 $483,200 $420,300
2021 $11,773 $903,500 $483,200 $420,300
2020 $11,568 $926,200 $483,400 $442,800
2019 $10,798 $871,500 $439,500 $432,000
2018 $10,353 $871,500 $439,500 $432,000
2017 $9,736 $818,800 $439,500 $379,300
2016 $9,449 $818,800 $439,500 $379,300
2015 $9,244 $818,800 $439,500 $379,300
2014 $8,943 $768,300 $399,600 $368,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $1,525,000 -- $441 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $800,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $105,000 No Value Available
Closed $590,000 No Value Available
Closed $460,000 No Value Available
Closed $25,000 No Value Available
Closed $225,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73376258

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000037-000043