781 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494
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OFF MARKET

781 Highland Ave
Needham, MA 02494

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,856 sqft

$984,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026

$984,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,856 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings accent this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a welcoming front porch and sunroom! The first floor features maple flooring, a formal living room and dining room and a large kitchen with eat in area and pantry. First floor laundry and half bath. The second floor has oak flooring and 3 large bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor is large and has a 3/4 bath - it could be transformed into a gracious owner's suite! Bow windows in the main bedroom and living room. Washer, dryer and refrigerator included in sale. A level fenced back yard leads to the kitchen and the detached one car garage. With your updates to the 1950's kitchen and baths, this home will be a gem!
781 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,856 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $955,000 on Jul 18, 2025 (2% below the $975,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $984,200, with a rent estimate of $4,678/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 781 Highland Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining 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: 1856 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas DryerAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,First FloorRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Electric Baseboard,Hot Water,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Carpet, Flooring Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, Porch - EnclosedExterior: Porch, Porch - EnclosedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1856

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial,Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:069.0 B:0033 L:0000.0, 141399

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $975,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 25 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Needham

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1856 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway AccessNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73385981Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1856

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingPoolParkGolfMedical FacilityConservation AreaHighway Access
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Leigh Doukas, (617) 966-1245
Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham, (781) 444-7400
Bought with: Shannon Beveridge, (774) 289-9676, Century 21 North East, (800) 844-7653
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73385981

Price History for 781 Highland Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/18/2025$955,000Sold
MLS PIN #73385981
06/05/2025$975,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73385981
06/25/2010$585,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/30/2010$585,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/16/2008$645,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/20/2008$645,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$9,262
Assessment$873,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 781 Highland Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
36 Davenport Rd, Needham, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$949,000
12/29/25
3
3
2,633
27 Concord St, Needham, MA
0.41
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$1,185,000
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,778
454 Webster St, Needham, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
07/14/25
4
2.5
2,492
7 West St, Needham, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
04/27/26
2
2
1,557
556 Webster St, Needham, MA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
01/27/26
4
1.5
1,352
60 High St, Needham, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,317,050
06/05/26
3
2
2,230
53 Yale Rd, Needham, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,049,000
06/24/26
3
1.5
1,607
28 Woodbine Cir, Needham, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,432,000
12/01/25
4
2.5
2,224
767 Highland Ave, Needham Heights, MA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,925,000
07/10/25
6
4
3,668

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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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  • Ray S.
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    "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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    "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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    "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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