259 Central Ave

3,019 Sq. Ft.
$547 / Sq. Ft.
3,019
Sq. Ft.
$547
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Elevated living awaits in this sun-filled center entrance Colonial! Thoughtfully designed for today’s lifestyle, the open floor plan offers seamless flow for entertaining. A beautifully updated kitchen with a generous island and dining area opens to an expansive front-to-back family room with soaring ceilings and a striking fireplace. Formal living room and an elegant dining room featuring wainscoting, crown molding and tray ceilings add timeless sophistication. Enjoy outdoor living from the back...Elevated living awaits in this sun-filled center entrance Colonial! Thoughtfully designed for today’s lifestyle, the open floor plan offers seamless flow for entertaining. A beautifully updated kitchen with a generous island and dining area opens to an expansive front-to-back family room with soaring ceilings and a striking fireplace. Formal living room and an elegant dining room featuring wainscoting, crown molding and tray ceilings add timeless sophistication. Enjoy outdoor living from the back deck or the inviting three-season porch overlooking a fenced yard. Flexible first-floor bonus room perfect for a 5th bedroom, office, den, or playroom. The spacious primary suite features a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, with jacuzzi & shower. Oversized two-car garage with mudroom, abundant storage, and a lower level ready for finishing to create additional living space. Ideally situated near John Eliot Elementary, town center, commuter rail, and major routes.
  1. Listed by Wilson Group • Keller Williams Realty
  2. Listed by Ryan Wilson • Keller Williams Realty

Property Details for 259 Central Avenue

Town
Needham
Area
MA-Needham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 05/01/2026 04:28 PM

Property Details for 259 Central Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73490780
Days on Market21
Taxes$15,545 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built2005
CountyNorfolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Wilson Group; Keller Williams Realty, Ryan Wilson

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Building Information for 259 Central Avenue

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,193 SF

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$9,604 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,309

Property Taxes

$1,295

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 259 Central Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 3019.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: John Eliot
  • High School: Needham
  • Middle School: Pollard
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Garage Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Website: https://listings.redwardsmedia.com/sites/rjpadjml/unbranded
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 142293
  • Assessments: $0
  • Book: 37048
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: unknown
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 259 Central Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73490780

$1,650,000
Apr 14, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73490780

Mar 31, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73490780

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73490780

$1,650,000
04/14/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73490780

03/31/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73490780

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Public Records for 259 Central Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$670,800Additions$795,700Total$1,466,500
Tax Record2025$15,545 ($1,295 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,664 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,664 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,456 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,193 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningSRBCountyNORFOLKAPNNEED M:087.0 B:0069 L:0000.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 259 Central Avenue

This home is within Needham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Eliot Elementary School
PublicK 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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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Wilson Group; Keller Williams Realty, Ryan Wilson

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