71 Brookside Rd Needham, MA 02492
Estimated payment $6,715/month
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Wood Burning Stove
- Sunita L. Williams Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
Fantastic opportunity to own this updated 2-3 bedroom home on a large .42 acre lot in a prime location on the Wellesley line. This home blends a flexible layout over 2 levels of living with an expansive, serene backyard retreat, a rare find in Needham. Highlights include an updated kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances that opens to the dining room, a living room with a wood fireplace, 2 bedrooms with a full bath on the first floor and a sunroom that is perfect for a home office, flex space or family room.The walk out lower level boasts a 3rd bedroom with an updated, subway tiled full bath, a cozy family room with a wood stove, large laundry room and tons of storage along w/garage access. A one car garage offers additional storage space.The backyard is pure paradise! Beautiful gardens greet your view from the large patio, as well as a basketball court, shed & yard space. It is the perfect place to entertain & relax.Updates include new roof and central air. This home won't last!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,412
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 0.42 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Stone Wall
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sloped Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned SRA
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Wood Burning Stove
- Insulated Windows
- Picture Window
- Pocket Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Williams Elementary School
- Pollard Middle School
- Needham High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:113.0 B:0003 L:0000.0,143486
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $11,412 | $1,076,600 | $746,600 | $330,000 |
| 2024 | $9,240 | $738,000 | $483,400 | $254,600 |
| 2023 | $9,381 | $719,400 | $483,400 | $236,000 |
| 2022 | $9,030 | $675,400 | $456,800 | $218,600 |
| 2021 | $8,800 | $675,400 | $456,800 | $218,600 |
| 2020 | $7,896 | $632,200 | $412,500 | $219,700 |
| 2019 | $6,606 | $533,200 | $376,300 | $156,900 |
| 2018 | $6,334 | $533,200 | $376,300 | $156,900 |
| 2017 | $6,120 | $514,700 | $376,300 | $138,400 |
| 2016 | $5,580 | $483,500 | $376,300 | $107,200 |
| 2015 | $5,459 | $483,500 | $376,300 | $107,200 |
| 2014 | $5,223 | $448,700 | $342,800 | $105,900 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2025 10/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | Price Changed | $1,099,000 | -2.3% | $617 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | For Sale | $1,125,000 | +42.4% | $632 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2019 07/01/19 | Sold | $790,000 | +5.3% | $368 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/09/2019 04/09/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/04/2019 04/04/19 | For Sale | $749,900 | 0.0% | $349 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/30/2018 07/30/18 | Rented | $3,900 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/10/2018 07/10/18 | For Rent | $3,900 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $415,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $415,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $410,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $407,483 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73429053
APN: NEED-000113-000003
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