Last Sold Price
4 beds3,500 sqft$503/sqft
20 Walnut St, Needham, MA 02492

Description

Beautiful Colonial in one of Needham’s most beloved in-town neighborhoods! The main level features a fantastic open floor plan w/ a front-to-back family room w/gas fireplace, which flows seamlessly into the gorgeous, 2021 kitchen with white cabinets, quartz counters, stainless appliances & adjoining, elegant dining room. The 1st floor also offers an expansive bonus room w/ cathedral ceilings & skylights, office/guest room, mud room & half bath. The 2nd floor features a primary suite w/ tray ceiling,...Beautiful Colonial in one of Needham’s most beloved in-town neighborhoods! The main level features a fantastic open floor plan w/ a front-to-back family room w/gas fireplace, which flows seamlessly into the gorgeous, 2021 kitchen with white cabinets, quartz counters, stainless appliances & adjoining, elegant dining room. The 1st floor also offers an expansive bonus room w/ cathedral ceilings & skylights, office/guest room, mud room & half bath. The 2nd floor features a primary suite w/ tray ceiling, full bath, large walk-in closet, office & private balcony. Two additional bedrooms, a family bath w/ double vanity & laundry complete the 2nd floor. The lower level has a generous rec room w/ pool table + a separate office. Ample storage available in the unfinished walk-up 3rd floor & basement. The fenced & manicured backyard w/ koi pond provides your own private oasis. Ideally located close to shops, restaurants, schools and commuter rail. Open Houses: Fri 3-6pm, Sat 12-3pm, Sun 12-3pm
LISTING CLOSED: 06/14/2022 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Beyond Boston Properties

    Beyond Boston Properties

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 383-7810

    M: (617) 383-7810

  2. Lisa Curlett

    Lisa Curlett

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781) 267-2844

    M: (781) 267-2844

  3. Maura Dolan

    Maura Dolan

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 448-1346

    M: (617) 448-1346

  4. Tricia Parmele

    Tricia Parmele

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781) 296-0966

    M: (781) 296-0966

Property Details for 20 Walnut Street

Status
MLS #
72963702
Days on Market
19
Taxes
$15,134 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1930
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%
Town
Needham
MLS Area
Needham Junction
Area
MA-Needham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,830,000

Avg days on market

11

Sale-to-list ratio

102.9%

Needham, MA

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Location

Sold By Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group, Robert Ellington

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Building Information for 20 Walnut Street

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,970 SF

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$10,207 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,946

Property Taxes

$1,261

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 20 Walnut Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3500.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Newman
  • High School: Needham High
  • Middle School: Pollard
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bonus Room, Office, Play Room, Home Office, Central Vacuum
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Storage, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Attic Access,Double Vanity
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Remodeled,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Trellis off driveway is in need of paint/repair. Pool table and koi fish are included in the sale.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:132.0 B:0091 L:0000.0,144622
  • Assessments: $1,131,900
  • Book: 36976
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: SRB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 4
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 20 Walnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 14, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72963702

$1,760,000
Apr 10, 2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72963702

Apr 10, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72963702

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/14/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72963702

$1,760,000
04/10/2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72963702

04/10/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72963702

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Walnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$687,700Additions$1,089,900Total$1,777,600
Tax Record2025$18,843 ($1,570 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,302 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,302 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt260 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1998ZoningSRBCountyNORFOLKAPNNEED M:132.0 B:0091 L:0000.0

Schools near 20 Walnut Street

This home is within Needham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Newman Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

High Rock School
Public6

Pollard Middle School
Public7 to 8

Needham High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

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This home: 20 Walnut Street, Needham, MA 02492
$1,760,000
4
3,500
6,970
$672,110
4
2.5
1,117
6,098
$255,000
3
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11,984
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7,841
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