970 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
OFF MARKET

$1,621,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,771 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

970 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

Est. Refi. Payment $10,485/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 5, 2023 for $1,408,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.62M
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$66K (+4.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$206K (+14.6%)
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 +96% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.61M
September 2026$1.62M
August 2026$1.62M
July 2026$1.66M
June 2026$1.68M
May 2026$1.68M
April 2026$1.66M
March 2026$1.65M
February 2026$1.6M
January 2026$1.56M
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
50 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,535,000
04/29/26
4
3
2,250
87 Hancock Rd, Needham, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,345,000
07/30/26
4
2.5
2,220
180 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$2,015,000
08/26/26
5
3.5
3,988
14 Fuller Brook Ave, Needham, MA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/23/26
4
2.5
2,456
10 Meredith Cir, Needham, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
06/25/26
4
3.5
3,785
277 Rosemary St, Needham, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
07/08/26
4
2.5
2,489
36 Eliot Rd, Needham, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,520,000
06/01/26
4
3
3,112
876 Central Ave, Needham, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
07/29/26
4
3.5
4,044
27 Rolling Ln, Needham, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
08/13/26
4
3
3,237
1069 Central Ave, Needham, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$799,000
08/18/26
3
3
2,705

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
7 Nehoiden St, Needham, MA 02492
0.02
$1,341,700
3
3
1,637
Off Market
980 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.02
$2,642,800
7
4
2,306
Off Market
984 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.03
$1,163,400
3
2
1,688
Off Market
23-23 Dwight Rd #B, Needham, MA 02492
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
15 Nehoiden St, Needham, MA 02492
0.04
$1,284,600
3
2
1,884
Off Market
963 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
0.05
$2,750,400
4
3.5
4,225
Off Market
6 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.05
$1,627,800
5
4
3,000
Off Market
18 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.05
$1,828,500
4
2.5
2,456
Off Market
56 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.05
$1,510,100
4
3
1,540
Off Market
50 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.05
$1,535,000
4
3
2,250
Recently Sold
26 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.06
$1,647,000
4
3
2,268
Off Market
40 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.06
$1,548,600
3
3
1,720
Off Market
23 Nehoiden St, Needham, MA 02492
0.06
$1,857,700
4
3.5
3,107
Off Market
62 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.06
$1,563,800
3
4
1,868
Off Market
23 Dwight Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.07
$4,215,800
7
9
2,356
Off Market
23 Dwight Rd #A, Needham, MA 02492
0.07
$1,746,700
4
3
2,900
Off Market
7 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.08
$1,540,000
3
3
1,903
Off Market
Dwight Rd, Needham, MA 02492
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
55 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.08
$1,518,100
3
2
1,996
Off Market
15 Meetinghouse Cir, Needham, MA 02492
0.08
$2,068,900
4
3.5
4,172
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1968
0.28 acre lot
2,771 sqft
$585/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Primary suiteFormal dining roomHuge yardVersatile floor planFantastic entertaining spaceLarge eat in kitchen
Custom built Colonial offers many special features. First floor includes a large inviting foyer, vaulted 1st floor bedroom with parquet floors and bath, open eat-in kitchen with island, pantry, & desk. Spacious formal living room and dining room with built-ins, and 1st floor laundry. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, master with bath. Hardwoods throughout. Finished lower level offers playroom with large windows,walkout, and additional room for home office. Many updates include newer furnace, A/C, new roof and paint. Large lot. Great location convenient to town center.
970 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,771 sqft single-family home built in 1968. It last sold for $1,408,000 on Sep 5, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,621,000, with a rent estimate of $5,977/month.

Home Details for 970 Central Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968Year Updated: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 5, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73141067
Sold
$1,408,000
Jul 30, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73141067
Contingent
$1,200,000
Jul 26, 2023
Source: MLS PIN #73141067
Listed For Sale
$1,200,000
Nov 14, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$800,000
Sep 23, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$829,000

Market trends in Needham

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.55M
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$587
$14MoM
Available listings
75
7MoM

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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 970 Central Ave

  • What is 970 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 970 Central Ave in Needham, MA is $1,621,000.
  • What is the price history for 970 Central Ave?
    970 Central Ave in Needham, MA last sold for $1,408,000 in September 2023.
  • 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 $1.55M. That is down $16.67K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 970 Central Ave?
    The lot at 970 Central Ave in Needham, MA is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).
  • Does 970 Central Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 970 Central Ave in Needham, MA has a garage.

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