603 Charles River Street

Needham, MA 02492

$2,400,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
5,496 Sq. Ft.
$437 / Sq. Ft.
5,496
Sq. Ft.
$437
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An incomparable home beautifully sited on 2.5 estate acres close to Wellesley & Needham centers. This iconic 1785 manor house, moved here from CT in 1937, seamlessly integrates the character of a bygone era w/ the conveniences demanded by today's most discriminating buyers. The sprawling property offers privacy & an elegant setting. Inside, original details include antique flooring, bullseye window panes & a hidden passageway. An expansive architect-designed addition makes it ideal for today's lifestyle....An incomparable home beautifully sited on 2.5 estate acres close to Wellesley & Needham centers. This iconic 1785 manor house, moved here from CT in 1937, seamlessly integrates the character of a bygone era w/ the conveniences demanded by today's most discriminating buyers. The sprawling property offers privacy & an elegant setting. Inside, original details include antique flooring, bullseye window panes & a hidden passageway. An expansive architect-designed addition makes it ideal for today's lifestyle. Lovely formal living & dining rooms feature oversized fireplaces & custom woodwork. A dramatic beamed ceiling & brick fireplace wall accent the large family room. Well designed kitchen includes a bright breakfast room & expansive butler's pantry. The private sunroom offers the ideal spot to enjoy the beautiful scenery year-round. An incredible master suite encompasses a private office, a stunning master bath & unsurpassed closets. Walk up third floor. A once in a lifetime opportunity.

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Property Details for 603 Charles River Street

Town
Needham
Area
MA-Needham
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 06:58 AM

Property Details for 603 Charles River Street

StatusSold
MLS #71832879
Days on Market47
Taxes$19,295 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1785
CountyNorfolk County

Location

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Building Information for 603 Charles River Street

Stories-Year Built1785Building Size-Lot Size2.60 AC / 113,256 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,706 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,098

Property Taxes

$1,608

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 603 Charles River Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5496.0
  • Color: white
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Newman
  • High School: Needham Hs
  • Middle School: Hghrck/Pollard
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 7
  • Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Sun Room, Home Office, Bathroom, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wetbar, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Invisible Fence, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 374.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Dressing Room
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 22.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 208.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 252.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 21.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 240.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 15.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 350.0
  • Family Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 25.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 165.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 9X7
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 208.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 180.0
  • Room Office Features: Fireplace,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 15.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: This offering INCLUDES the 1.3 acre adjacent parcel of land for a total of 2.6 acres. Shared drive easement shown on plot plan no longer exists. Invisible fence wire needs repair. 3 main floor fireplaces functioning; Seller never used 4 upstairs FPs. See attached Email/Escrow/Text Notification
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:2210000100000,146413
  • Assessments: $2,270,900
  • Book: 8665
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Zoning: AP
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 2250.0
  • Frontage: 350.00
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 603 Charles River Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 603 Charles River Street

Taxable ValueLand$825,400Additions$1,388,000Total$2,213,400
Tax Record2023$28,863 ($2,405 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,496 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,496 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,128 SqFtStories3Lot Size56,192 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000ZoningSRACountyNORFOLKAPNNEED M:221.0 B:0001 L:0000.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 603 Charles River Street

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

Pollard Middle School
Public7 to 8

Needham High School
Public9 to 12

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