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  • $2,475,000

    178 South St, Needham, MA 02492

    4beds
    5,232sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1776
    1.25 Acres Lot
    $2,445,000 Zestimate®
    $473/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Detached four-car garageWalk-in fridgeStunning viewsFlagstone terraceGourmet kitchenSix wood-burning hearths
    BostonGlobe HOME OF THE WEEK. Have you ever dreamed of living in a poem, a painting, a stop on the Underground RR or on the banks of the Charles? Here, where Longfellow once penned the River Charles and NC Wyeth brought visions to life, you can. Inside, you'll find original details such as wainscoting and wide plank wood floors, along with six wood-burning hearths that enhance the home's warm inviting atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features a walk-in fridge and high-end Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Two staircases lead to the second level, w/ four bedrooms and a convenient second-floor laundry. The house is ADA compliant, with an elevator providing easy access to both the first and second floors. Outside, a flagstone terrace offers stunning views over 1.25 acres of lush, pastoral land. A detached four-car garage A separate, air-conditioned 840 sq ft artists studio, complete with a kitchen, full bath, and vaulted ceiling- Multigenerational living at its best. SOLD AS IS!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 03, 2025 at 01:02pm

    Listed by:

    Michael Niden,

    Keller Williams Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73347029
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Handicap Accessible, Handicap Equipped, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 315
    • Dimensions: 15 x 21
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 208
    • Dimensions: 13 x 16
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 238
    • Dimensions: 14 x 17
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 221
    • Dimensions: 13 x 17
    Dining room
    • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 238
    • Dimensions: 14 x 17
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 345
    • Dimensions: 15 x 23
    Kitchen
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: First
    • Area: 336
    • Dimensions: 21 x 16
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 221
    • Dimensions: 13 x 17
    Office
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 315
    • Dimensions: 15 x 21
    Heating
    • Central, Gravity, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Upgraded Countertops, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
    Features
    • Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Live-in Help Quarters, Sitting Room, Home Office, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Cement Plaster, Internet Available - Broadband, Elevator, Other
    • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 6
    • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,232
    • Total interior livable area: 5,232 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,232

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 10
    • Parking features: Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Balcony / Deck, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Scenic View(s)
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Beach Front, Navigable Water, River, Private, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
    Lot
    • Size: 1.25 Acres
    • Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:200.0 B:0026 L:0000.0,145553
    • Zoning: A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • Year built: 1776

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Needham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $473/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,121,400
    • Annual tax amount: $21,210
    • Date on market: 4/2/2025
    • Listing terms: Contract
    • Road surface type: Paved
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