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Sold for $2,850,000 on 06/09/25
  • $2,850,000

    56 Lantern Ln, Needham, MA 02492

    5beds
    6,114sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    1.05 Acres Lot
    $2,861,500 Zestimate®
    $466/sqft
    $7,164 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,861,500

    $2.66M - $3.09M

    $7,164/mo

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    What's special

    Sited on over an acre of private professionally landscaped grounds on a cul de sac, this stately 5 bedroom home features a spectacular floorplan with formal living and dining rooms, a private study and recently renovated chef’s kitchen that opens to a fireplaced family room. Four generous bedrooms and 2 renovated bathrooms on the second floor including the handsome primary suite with spa bath and walk in closet. A separate inlaw or guest suite offers flexible living arrangements. Fabulous lower level with recreation room, gym, media area and full bath. Three car garage, private rolling lawns and around the corner from train, shops and restaurants.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 12:44pm

    Listed by:

    Donahue Maley and Burns Team,

    Compass 781-365-9954

    Bought with:

    Thom McGair

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73341611

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 300
    • Dimensions: 15 x 20
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 12 x 14
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Laminate
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 196
    • Dimensions: 14 x 14
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 196
    • Dimensions: 14 x 14
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 525
    • Dimensions: 15 x 35
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Wainscoting
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 238
    • Dimensions: 14 x 17
    Family room
    • Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 552
    • Dimensions: 24 x 23
    Kitchen
    • Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Level: First
    • Area: 528
    • Dimensions: 22 x 24
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 420
    • Dimensions: 15 x 28
    Office
    • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 154
    • Dimensions: 14 x 11
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: First Floor
    Features
    • Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Media Room, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Basement: Full,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,114
    • Total interior livable area: 6,114 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,850
    • Finished area below ground: 1,264

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 9
    • Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Uncovered spaces: 6
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
    • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System
    Lot
    • Size: 1.05 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:042.0 B:0025 L:0006.0,139436
    • Zoning: SRB

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1988

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access
    Location
    • Region: Needham

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Contract

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/9/2025Sold$2,850,000-1.6%$466/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73341611
    3/12/2025Contingent$2,895,000$474/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73341611
    3/5/2025Listed for sale$2,895,000+79.8%$474/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73341611
    11/15/2006Sold$1,610,000+34.7%$263/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    5/9/2003Sold$1,195,550+55.3%$196/sqft
    Source: Public Record

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$22,157 +2.9%$2,090,300 +21.6%
    2024$21,524 +0.4%$1,719,200 +4.6%
    2023$21,430 +0.4%$1,643,400 +3%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 02492

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Hirock/Pollard
    • High: Needham High

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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    Estimated market value

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