6 Tower Ave

Needham, MA 02494

$1,250,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,733 Sq. Ft.
$721 / Sq. Ft.
1,733
Sq. Ft.
$721
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 5/19/25
Sold 5/19/25
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Description

Situated on a picturesque corner lot, this delightful home offers a rare connection to Needham’s rich history — once owned by the Carter family, founders of the beloved Carter’s children’s clothing store. Beyond its storied past, the property blends timeless character with a desirable location. First floor offers a welcoming eat-in kitchen, 1/2 bath, a formal dining room accented by two classic built-in china cabinets, and a front-to-back living room anchored by a charming mantled fireplace. Enjoy...Situated on a picturesque corner lot, this delightful home offers a rare connection to Needham’s rich history — once owned by the Carter family, founders of the beloved Carter’s children’s clothing store. Beyond its storied past, the property blends timeless character with a desirable location. First floor offers a welcoming eat-in kitchen, 1/2 bath, a formal dining room accented by two classic built-in china cabinets, and a front-to-back living room anchored by a charming mantled fireplace. Enjoy the heated sunroom, bathed in natural light. Second level boasts three generous sized bedrooms & a full bath. The fenced-in backyard creates a private retreat for outdoor entertainment & enjoyment. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, vinyl replacement windows, newer roof/heating system/hot water tank & a detached two-car garage. Short walk to the Elementary & High Schools, commuter rail, local shops & dining establishments, houses of worship & easy access to Rt. 95 &the Mass Pike.
  1. Listed by Condon-Droney Team • Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
  2. Listed by Patsy Condon • Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
  3. Listed by Patrice Droney • Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC

Property Details for 6 Tower Avenue

Town
Needham
MLS Area
Needham Heights
Area
MA-Needham-Needham Heights, MA-Needham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2025 03:56 PM

Property Details for 6 Tower Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73360926
Days on Market2
Taxes$9,711 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1937
CountyNorfolk County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Condon-Droney Team; Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Patsy Condon; Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Patrice Droney

Sold By Compass, The Samantha Eisenberg Group

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Building Information for 6 Tower Avenue

Stories-Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

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Property Information for 6 Tower Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1733.0
  • Color: blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Unknown/Mixed
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Mitchell School
  • High School: Nhs
  • Middle School: Pollard
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Bonus Room, Foyer, Entry Hall, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Screens, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Storage Shed, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: Town
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 216.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 176.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 20.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 65.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Bathroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 144.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 240.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Laminate,Dining Area,Exterior Access,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 276.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Cable Hookup,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 23.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Living area square footage does not include finished basement. Possible asbestos flooring tile in basement; one of the garage doors requires repair (spring replacement). Side entrance steps/platform requires repointing.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 141092
  • Assessments: $916,100
  • Book: 8334
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SRB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 35.00
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 6 Tower Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73360926

$1,250,000—
May 13, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558534836

$1,250,000—
Apr 19, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73360926

—
Apr 19, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73360926

—
Apr 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73360926

$999,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73360926

$1,250,000
05/13/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558534836

$1,250,000
04/19/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73360926

—
04/19/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73360926

—
04/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73360926

$999,900

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

Public Records for 6 Tower Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$685,400Additions$230,700Total$916,100
Tax Record2025$9,711 ($809 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt930 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt930 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt384 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,712 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1937Year Renovated1998ZoningSRBCountyNORFOLKAPNNEED M:065.0 B:0039 L:0000.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 6 Tower Avenue

This home is within Needham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
William Mitchell Elementary School
Public - K to 5
High Rock School
Public - 6
Pollard Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Needham High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William Mitchell 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 Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Condon-Droney Team; Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Patsy Condon; Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC, Patrice Droney

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