491 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494
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OFF MARKET

491 Webster St
Needham, MA 02494

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,997 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$2,015,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,685/mo*
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$2,015,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,685/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,997 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Set back with a wonderful street presence, this storybook twelve room residence, extensively renovated 5 years ago, offers over 3,100 square feet of living space resplendent with high-end finishes, custom architectural detail, and period appointments. The main level features a front living room and dining room with stained glass cabinet. Both rooms share a double-sided gas fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with top-grade appliances, quartz countertops, island, and adjacent breakfast room. A family room opens onto a porch and yard. The layout is well-suited for entertaining, bringing the outdoors in. There are four bedrooms and two and one-half bathrooms. The primary bedroom plus two others are on the second level, and a fourth bedroom is on the third level. Maple floors and original wide pine plank floors add to its character. Amenities: side entrance opening to mudroom, updated systems, second floor laundry, garage, and driveway facing Morton Street.
491 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,997 sqft single-family home built in 1850. It last sold for $1,630,000 on Jun 15, 2023 (7% above the $1,525,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,015,600, with a rent estimate of $5,758/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
166 days ago

Home Details for 491 Webster St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump Pump,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2997 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Dining Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchExterior: PorchFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Attached,Paved Drive
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:062.0 B:0069 L:0000.0, 140906

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,525,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Apr 04 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Needham
School Information
Elementary School: Sunita WilliamsJr High / Middle School: Highrock/PollarHigh School: Needham

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2997 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway AccessNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73092686

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingHighway Access
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listed by Mona And Shari Wiener, (617) 872-1406
Hammond Residential Real Estate, (617) 731-4644
Bought with: Alison Borrelli, (617) 257-3012, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, (781) 444-1234
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73092686

Price History for 491 Webster St

DatePriceEventSource
06/15/2023$1,630,000Sold
MLS PIN #73092686
03/29/2023$1,525,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73092686
01/19/2018$1,275,000Sold
N/A
10/18/2017$1,225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/02/2016$700,000Sold
N/A
06/03/2016$759,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/13/2016$799,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/30/2016$849,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/16/2016$899,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
04/09/2016$899,000PendingAgent Provided
02/26/2016$899,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/01/1999$400,000Sold
N/A
07/28/1992$248,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Needham

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.38M
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
Price per sq ft
$644
Available listings
111
21MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$16,589
Assessment$1,565,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 491 Webster St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
24 Mellen St, Needham, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
05/22/26
5
2.5
3,026
454 Webster St, Needham, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
07/14/25
4
2.5
2,492
55 Burnside Rd, Needham, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
05/27/26
4
2.5
2,932
510 Webster St, Needham, MA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,322,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
2,174
58 Morton St, Needham, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
05/12/26
3
2.5
1,871
60 High St, Needham, MA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,317,050
06/05/26
3
2
2,230
3 Thorpe Rd, Needham, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
07/31/25
3
3.5
2,461
60 Rosemary St, Needham, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
10/29/25
5
5
3,620
14 Lasalle Rd, Needham, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,330,000
12/04/25
3
1.5
2,164
77 High St, Needham, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,510,000
12/05/25
5
3.5
2,910

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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

  • 61 % 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Family friendly safe neighborhood. Convenient to the town center, restaurants, stores, medical and dental service providers, etc."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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