97 Highgate St Needham, MA 02492
Estimated Value: $1,540,000 - $1,760,737
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,480
Sq Ft
$666/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of July 2016Welcome to this gorgeous center entrance colonial in a desirable Birds Hill neighborhood. You are greeted by a lovely Living Room w/ a brick fireplace & long mantel flanked by custom bookshelves The sunny granite Kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, & a dining area that leads you to an oversized mahogany deck & large flat yard. The Dining Room includes another slider to the back deck creating the perfect circular flow for entertaining. The Family Room is a great area for relaxing & watching TV. Three full baths have been renovated w/ granite vanities and high end details. There are four corner bedrooms that are spacious & have great closets. The Master Suite w/ it's cathedral ceiling & skylight has an en suite bath w/ large linen closet. Lower Level boasts a Playroom with custom cabinetry & cubbies for toys, books & a comfortable reading area. A bonus room could serve as an Exercise Room/Game Area or an Office. Close to Schools, Commuter Rail & Needham Center.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$14,086
Year Built
1951
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level
- Property Type: Single Family
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1951
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
- Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Insulation: Full
- Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
- Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X11
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 11X11
- Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 13X9
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor, 24X12
- Laundry Room: First Floor, 12X4
- Living Room: First Floor, 18X11
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 15X11
- Master Bedroom Description: Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Dining Room: First Floor, 13X12
- Family Room: First Floor, 13X11
- Oth1 Room Name: Play Room
- Oth1 Dimen: 18X11
- Oth1 Dscrp: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Walk-in Storage
- Oth2 Room Name: Bonus Room
- Oth2 Dimen: 12X11
- Oth2 Dscrp: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Walk-in Storage
Exterior Features
- Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
- Frontage: 96.00
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior: Clapboard, Shingles, Wood
- Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Side Entry
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling Zones: 1
- Heat Zones: 2
- Hot Water: Electric, Tank
- Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Schools
- Elementary School: Broadmeadow
- Middle School: Pollard
- High School: Needham
Lot Info
- Zoning: SRB
- Lot: 132
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2007
Sold by
Gerstner Christiana E and Gerstner Lawrence J
Bought by
Shaw Ira N and Shaw Rebecca P
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 18, 1997
Sold by
Macduff Ex Sara E
Bought by
Gerstner Lawrence J and Gerstner Christina E
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw Ira N | $766,000 | -- | |
| Shaw Ira N | $766,000 | -- | |
| Gerstner Lawrence J | $245,000 | -- | |
| Gerstner Lawrence J | $245,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Prasse Richard M | $250,000 | |
| Open | Prasse Richard M | $924,800 | |
| Closed | Gerstner Lawrence J | $924,800 | |
| Closed | Shaw Ira N | $327,000 | |
| Closed | Gerstner Lawrence J | $340,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2016 07/14/16 | Sold | $1,156,000 | +5.1% | $466 / Sq Ft |
| 04/03/2016 04/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2016 03/30/16 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $444 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $14,086 | $1,328,900 | $803,000 | $525,900 |
| 2024 | $15,390 | $1,229,200 | $591,000 | $638,200 |
| 2023 | $15,295 | $1,172,900 | $591,000 | $581,900 |
| 2022 | $14,358 | $1,073,900 | $523,200 | $550,700 |
| 2021 | $13,993 | $1,073,900 | $523,200 | $550,700 |
| 2020 | $13,022 | $1,042,600 | $523,200 | $519,400 |
| 2019 | $12,181 | $983,100 | $475,800 | $507,300 |
| 2018 | $11,679 | $983,100 | $475,800 | $507,300 |
| 2017 | $10,969 | $922,500 | $475,800 | $446,700 |
| 2016 | $9,840 | $852,700 | $475,800 | $376,900 |
| 2015 | $9,627 | $852,700 | $475,800 | $376,900 |
| 2014 | $8,816 | $757,400 | $396,800 | $360,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tish Kennedy Dolan
T
Seller's Agent in 2016
Tish Kennedy Dolan
Louise Condon Realty
(617) 543-8526
9 in this area
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71979857
APN: NEED-000025-000064
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