Welcome to this beautifully maintained multi-level home in the highly desirable Olin Woods neighborhood. The main level offers a sun-drenched living room, an inviting kitchen and dining area, and an amazing family room. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level provides a private office space, half bath, and laundry area while the basement features a spacious finished room along with ample unfinished space for storage. Central a/c to keep you cool in the summer months. Perfectly situated close to both Needham and Wellesley Centers, this home combines comfort, space, and convenience in a coveted location on a quiet street. Don’t miss the opportunity to make it yours!
Sold for $1,105,000 on 10/15/25
$1,105,000
78 Whiting Way, Needham, MA 02492
3beds
2,001sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
10,019 Square Feet Lot
$1,108,800 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$3,939 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,108,800
$1.04M - $1.18M
$3,939/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 16, 2025 at 02:35pm
Listed by:
Robert S. Ticktin 617-840-3463,
Hawthorn Properties 617-840-3463,
Meaghan Gay 508-596-8574
Bought with:
Highland Homes Group
Cindy Cai Realty LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73420080
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,001
- Total interior livable area: 2,001 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,706
- Finished area below ground: 295
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage
Lot
- Size: 10,019 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 143608
- Zoning: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Needham
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | Sold | $1,105,000+11.1%$552/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420080 | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$497/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420080 | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+321.6%$497/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73420080 | ||
| 11/5/1993 | Sold | $236,000$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,990 +9.5% | $1,036,800 +29.4% |
| 2024 | $10,034 -1.6% | $801,400 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $10,193 +6.8% | $781,700 +9.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02492
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Newman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10High Rock SchoolGrades: 6Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Needham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Newman
- Middle: Hi Rock/Pollard
- High: Needham
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
$1,108,800
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Estimated market value
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