1516 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
OFF MARKET

1516 Central Ave
Needham, MA 02492

  • 5 Beds
  • 6.5 Baths
  • 8,029 sqft (on 7 acres)

$4,804,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $28,475/mo*
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$4,804,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $28,475/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
6.5 Baths
8,029 sqft
(on 7 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$4.8M
Since last month
$600 (0%)
Since last year
Increased$499K (+11.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+75.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +47% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$4.78M
July 2026$4.78M
June 2026$4.92M
May 2026$4.88M
April 2026$4.77M
March 2026$4.87M
February 2026$4.65M
January 2026$4.48M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
130 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$3,100,000
08/22/25
4
6
8,118
189 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,850,000
04/13/26
4
5
5,689
37 Carleton Dr, Needham, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$3,980,000
04/16/26
4
4
4,420
365 Charles River St, Needham, MA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$3,800,000
04/30/26
6
6.5
8,182
159 Marked Tree Rd, Needham, MA
0.79
Single-Family Home
$2,650,000
08/29/25
5
6.5
6,943
21 Cedar Springs Ln, Needham, MA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$2,450,000
05/15/26
5
3.5
5,967
1275 Central Ave, Needham, MA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
08/17/26
4
4.5
6,251
34 Stratford Rd, Needham, MA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$4,925,000
05/05/26
7
7.5
10,047
1574 Central Ave, Needham, MA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
10/10/25
3
2.5
2,603
95 Deerfield Rd, Needham, MA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$3,093,500
04/24/26
6
7.5
6,100

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
117 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.09
$2,739,500
5
4
5,559
Off Market
1574 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.11
$1,449,900
3
2.5
2,603
Off Market
71 Cranberry Ln, Needham, MA 02492
0.14
$2,923,600
5
4.5
5,929
Off Market
130 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.15
$3,205,700
4
6
8,118
Off Market
37 Carleton Dr, Needham, MA 02492
0.18
$3,980,000
4
4
4,420
Recently Sold
189 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.22
$2,850,000
4
5
5,689
Recently Sold
29 Carleton Dr, Needham, MA 02492
0.20
$3,326,500
4
3.5
5,300
Off Market
4 Cutler Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.23
$1,588,900
4
3
3,112
Off Market
160 Country Way, Needham, MA 02492
0.27
$1,663,600
4
3.5
3,847
Off Market
216 Country Way, Needham, MA 02492
0.30
$1,791,300
4
3
3,311
Off Market
11 Village Ln, Needham, MA 02492
0.44
$5,751,500
7
8
11,389
Off Market
4 Woods End, Needham, MA 02492
0.46
-
5
4
4,581
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1516 Central Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1990
Lot Size
7 acres
Living Area
8,029 sqft
Price/Sqft
$598
Parking
Garage

About this House

Custom-designed & gated 8,000 sq. ft. home sited on 7+ acres of open fields & privacy. Dramatic 25 ft. cathedral ceiling is breathtaking with massive windows, skylights, and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. 5 bedrooms, 6+ baths, new addition with 2 en-suite bedrooms, stunning mahogany paneled office/family room, 20 seat movie theater w/stage, 2,000 bottle wine cellar, second kitchen, game room, multiple balconies, 3 fireplaces and 3-car garage are a rare collection. The chef's kitchen includes new 6 burner Wolf range, Subzero, quartz counters, beautiful cabinetry & opens to glass surrounded breakfast room and stunning views. The master suite has radiant heat, spa bath, a 300 sq. ft. walk-in closet, private patio and fireplace to create a blissful retreat. Expansive 2,000 sq. ft. wrap-around patio, lush green lawn & space available for pool/tennis. Plus 12 stall, 3,000 sq. ft barn with loft, granite heated bridge, top of the line security system & fields make this home spectacular!
1516 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 is a 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 8,029 sqft single-family home built in 1990. It last sold for $2,715,125 on Aug 31, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,804,100, with a rent estimate of $11,999/month.

Home Details for 1516 Central Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Recreation Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Slate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, SlateExterior: Stone, Wood
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990Year Updated: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7.00 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 31, 2021
Source: MLS PIN #72823513
Sold
$2,715,125
May 27, 2021
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #72823513
Pending
$2,795,000
May 27, 2021
Source: MLS PIN #72823513
Contingent
$2,795,000
Apr 30, 2021
Source: MLS PIN #72823513
Listed For Sale
$2,795,000
Jan 3, 2021
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #72733293
ListingRemoved
$2,795,000

Market trends in Needham

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.57M
$76.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$602
$9MoM
Available listings
82
25MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Needham

At least 138 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Timothy Connolly
    "I have raised six children in Needham. Best place to live "
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  • Adrian Durbin
    "It is a great place for families or anyone with dogs. Extremely friendly and welcoming. I grew up here and it’s even better than it was 30 years ago. "
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  • Lschneidermd1
    "People walk their dogs on leash and are good about picking up after them. There are dog friendly hiking trails. "
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  • Louwf
    "There are Lots of dogs around. Good sidewalks and parks. Great dog facilities in town for dog watching and pet friendly ice cream and coffee shops"
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  • Trulia User
    "Seems great for dog owners, an excellent spot. Love it! Unsure if there’s a dog park but good sidewalks etc"
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  • Dikla
    "Most important is school and the Education system. Safety of the streets Family neighborhood. Nice neighborhoods. Friendly. Nice restaurants and coffee shops. "
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  • Apcollins
    "My commute is easy based on simple access to the highway system and commuter rail. Most of the time I find it is a reverse commute."
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  • Claire B.
    "There are lots of dogs around and most people are friendly about them. There is a dog park in town as well. Though there are some who are annoying about dogs doing their business on their lawns. I have been yelled at before which is frustrating. "
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  • Jaugat
    "Respectful, caring neighbors. Kids who play together, new school, proximity to everything. Would not change a thing!"
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  • Claire B.
    "There are amazing schools and lots of other families with children! There are also great parks and places to go hike."
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  • Andrew M.
    "Family friendly safe neighborhood. Convenient to the town center, restaurants, stores, medical and dental service providers, etc."
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  • Claire H
    "The schools in the area are too notch. Join the local parents group! Parenttalk is a wonderful way to connect with other parents "
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  • Acsmith33
    "Our neighborhood has block parties twice per year. The town has events for all major holidays like NYE and 4th of July "
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  • Eklayman
    "The area has nice sidewalks and is well lit at night. There are many other dog walkers so you’ll meet other dog fans. "
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  • Maiken.duelund
    "A lot of good restaurants, cafés and shopping within walking distance supports a lively city center. Many physical activities for children and their parents."
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  • Chelly2566
    "I really do love my area that I live then I do walk my dog I do clean up after myself but sometimes there be some people who do not and they will leave feces but I've just learned to just pay attention to my surroundings and pay attention to the individuals that don't walk with bags"
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  • Jjmitchell85
    "Living n Needham and commuting to the city is very straight forward. The rail line is dedicated to the Needham commuter rail, the line ends/originated in Needham, and there are 4 stops in the small town. I walk 5min from my house to the train and get off at back Bay to walk just another 5min to my office. Delays are limited due to the fact that this rail line only serves the Needham line."
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  • Bobsled
    "Block parties, kids outside, dad/mom nights, walk to school, general sense of security, community, and care. "
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  • Andrew M.
    "July 4th fireworks, Memorial Day parade, neighborhood/block parties, and other events. Farmers Market. "
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  • Ray S.
    "I have lived here for twelve years and neighbors are the best, looking out for everyone, friendly and taking interest in the well being of the community."
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  • JAS
    "There’s a lot of dogs and friendly dog owners. Everyone loves dogs here. Everyone walks their dogs and we all have yards. "
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  • Gsoldato26
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 9 years. The k-12 schools are great. Very friendly, safe and supportive community. "
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  • Charlotte S.
    "Amazing school system. A safe town, never any problems. Most of the town is turning into mcmansions, but some of the charm has remained. The population is growing rapidly. The commuter rail runs right into south station in Boston "
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  • Peter B.
    "It’s nice. Good access to trains and highway. Close to Boston. Very safe. Many families. Some business too across the highway."
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  • Kumar P.
    "great neighborhood for raising a family. probably the best in the states. very friendly folks. good schools. brilliant library. "
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  • Bradleycharleswhite
    "My wife and I have lived in Needham for 2 years now and love the community. All of our neighbors are very friendly."
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  • Ellen W. D.
    "I live in the neighborhood and it's close to everything and really friendly!"
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Frequently asked questions about 1516 Central Ave

  • What is 1516 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1516 Central Ave in Needham, MA is $4,804,100.
  • What is the price history for 1516 Central Ave?
    1516 Central Ave in Needham, MA last sold for $2,715,125 in August 2021.
  • Is Needham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Needham is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Needham?
    The median sale price in Needham is $1.57M. That is up $76.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1516 Central Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1516 Central Ave in Needham, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1516 Central Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 1516 Central Ave in Needham, MA has a pool.

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