17 Wachusett Rd, Needham, MA 02492
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OFF MARKET

17 Wachusett Rd
Needham, MA 02492

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,764 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$1,750,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,425/mo*
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$1,750,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,425/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,764 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.75M
Since last month
Decreased$39K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Increased$128K (+7.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$638K (+57.8%)
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 +79% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.74M
July 2026$1.78M
June 2026$1.81M
May 2026$1.8M
April 2026$1.77M
March 2026$1.77M
February 2026$1.69M
January 2026$1.66M
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
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,758,000
06/18/26
4
2.5
2,868
8 Wilshire Park, Needham, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
01/06/26
4
2.5
2,799
19 Mount Vernon Ave, Needham, MA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/15/26
3
2
1,703
443 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,495,000
08/22/25
4
2.5
2,582
133 Prince St, Needham, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,555,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
2,659
85 Dawson Dr, Needham, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
06/02/26
3
1.5
2,452
535 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,715,000
06/16/26
4
4
3,635
28 Green St, Needham, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
10/30/25
5
2.5
2,788
86 Washington Ave, Needham, MA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
11/10/25
4
2
2,100
62 Washington Ave, Needham, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,075,000
12/31/25
4
3.5
2,800

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
19 Mount Vernon Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.03
$1,100,000
3
2
1,703
Recently Sold
31 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.09
$931,000
3
1
1,210
Recently Sold
78 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.03
$3,175,000
6
6.5
5,800
Recently Sold
77 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.10
$2,234,100
4
3.5
3,808
Off Market
21 Wyoming Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.10
$2,161,500
4
3.5
3,965
Off Market
535 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.14
$1,715,000
4
4
3,635
Recently Sold
13 Appleton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.09
-
3
1.5
1,383
Off Market
108 Birds Hill Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.08
-
6
6.5
5,349
Off Market
166 Hillcrest Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.09
$1,758,000
4
2.5
2,868
Recently Sold
64 Wachusett Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.11
$1,575,800
4
3
2,333
Off Market
524 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.17
$1,015,000
2
1
1,288
Off Market
518 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.18
$1,199,300
4
2
1,750
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 17 Wachusett Rd.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
2,764 sqft
Price/Sqft
$633
Parking
Garage

About this House

This Birds Hill colonial has been comfortably updated & expanded. This treasured home offers an open floor plan and an abundance of natural light coming through the glass doors and many windows. Catch a breeze and relax on front mahogany porch surrounded by greenery and above the lightly traveled road. Step inside to an interesting and charming home with versatile floor plan. This unique home features a newer European kitchen, rooms with fireplaces, built-ins, vaulted & beamed ceilings, french doors, rows of windows, & varying types of hardwood flooring. Conveniences include large walk-in pantry, mudroom from back door, state of the art gas boiler, upgraded electrical, and renovated full bath with sauna. Second floor has 4 bedrooms plus den. Master w/ bath. With frontage on two streets there's easy access from Alpine Ter. garage & driveway into house. Enjoy outdoor oasis of patios, stone walls, plantings, gardens & a bonus outdoor shower. Lg level back yard for summer time enjoyment.
17 Wachusett Rd, Needham, MA 02492 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,764 sqft single-family home built in 1924. It last sold for $1,105,000 on Aug 18, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,750,800, with a rent estimate of $6,595/month.

Home Details for 17 Wachusett Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Ceiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or Spa

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924Year Updated: 2010
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Building

Pool
Sauna

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,105,000
Jul 3, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,150,000
May 26, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,150,000
Jul 3, 2007
Source: N/A
Sold
$638,000
Aug 22, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$540,000

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

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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

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  • 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 17 Wachusett Rd

  • What is 17 Wachusett Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 17 Wachusett Rd in Needham, MA is $1,750,800.
  • What is the price history for 17 Wachusett Rd?
    17 Wachusett Rd in Needham, MA last sold for $1,105,000 in August 2020.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 17 Wachusett Rd?
    The lot at 17 Wachusett Rd in Needham, MA is about 0.30 acres (13,068 sq ft).
  • Does 17 Wachusett Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 17 Wachusett Rd in Needham, MA has a garage.

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