1275 Central Avenue, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492 • Forest Edge

$2,389,000

Est. $14,249/month

4

Beds

4.5

Baths

6,251

Sq Ft

$382

Price/Sq Ft

0.26

Acres

2004

Year Built

2

Garage Spaces

Single Family Residence

Type

36

Days on Market

Pending Listed Jun 10, 2026 • MLS# 73533613 Copied! • Updated Jul 17, 2026

About this home

Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in Needham’s desirable Forest Edge neighborhood & Newman School district, this center-entrance Colonial offers over 4,850 SF of above-grade living space plus 1,400 SF of finished walk-out lower level. Features include a first-floor office, custom millwork, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and family room with fireplace. The second floor offers an expansive primary suite, spacious bedrooms, laundry, and a versatile media room with full bath. The finished lower level provides flexible space for recreation, fitness, guests, or a home office. Enjoy a private fenced in backyard with patio, hot tub, mature landscaping, and outdoor entertaining area. Heated two-car garage and new 2026 roof. Convenient to Needham Center, commuter rail, Route 95, conservation trails, and top-rated schools.

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

📋

Status: Active under contract

Jul 10, 2026

Active → Active Under Contract

⏳

Pending Sale

Jul 10, 2026

Offer accepted, sale pending

🏠

Listed for Sale

Jun 10, 2026

$2,389,000

Original listing

Agent: Christine Norcross & Partners Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
07/10/2026	📋 Status: Active under contract	-	-	-	Active → Active Under Contract
07/10/2026	⏳ Pending Sale	-	-	-	Offer accepted, sale pending
06/10/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$2,389,000	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2026	$23,627	$2,181,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$23,627

Tax Year 2026

Assessed Value

$2,181,700

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 2004

Living Area 6,251 sq ft

Lot Size 0.26 acres

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Radiant, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Laminate

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Fireplace Family Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Features Walk-in Closet(s), Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Seat, Library, Media Room, Game Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Colonial

Roof Shingle, Asphalt/composition Shingles

Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting

Pool None

Spa Private

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Total Spaces 9

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $23,627

Assessed Value $2,181,700

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Easement In Front Circle, Water/sewer Easement

Exclusions Please See Agent For List Of Improvements And Exclusions.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

House Color Cream

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Documents None

County Norfolk

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 37 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

2004

Bedrooms

4

Full Bathrooms

4

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

6,251 sq ft

Total Rooms

10

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Dining Room

14.1 x 12.7

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)

Kitchen

15.1 x 26.7

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding

Living Room

15.1 x 14.5

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)

Family Room

20.3 x 22.1

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding

Second Floor

Bedroom4

12.2 x 12.9

Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding

Bedroom3

12.6 x 12.6

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding

Bathroom2

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bedroom2

13.8 x 13.1

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding

Master Bedroom

23.4 x 15.5

Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Other Floor

Bedroom5

Bathroom3

Office

Master Bathroom

Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Seat, Library, Media Room, Game Room, Central Vacuum

Windows: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial

Year Built: 2004

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle, Asphalt/Composition Shingles

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Radiant, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 6

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 3

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting

Patio & Porch: Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 9

Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Family Room

Spa/Hot Tub: Yes

Spa Features: Private

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Nearby Schools

School District

Needham School District local

A+

✓ School Safety 2024-25

0.4% Low

0.4% Suspensions 0.8% In-School

↓ 5.1% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

3 schools

A+

Newman Elementary School

0.3 mi | #2 of 824 | Score: 68.5

Improved 103 spots from last year

+10.3 above state avg

696 students Moderate

Rising School Strong Attendance

Grades PK-05

St. Joseph Elementary School

1.1 mi

Grades K-08

Walker School

1.5 mi

Grades PK-09

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

A+

High Rock School

0.6 mi | #5 of 352 | Score: 64.9

Improved 22 spots from last year

+6.6 above state avg

441 students Moderate

Rising School Strong Attendance

Grades 06

A+

Pollard Middle School

1.5 mi | #10 of 352 | Score: 63.3

Dropped 6 spots from last year

+5.1 above state avg

867 students Moderate

Strong Attendance

Grades 07-08

A+

Wellesley Middle School

2.6 mi | #7 of 352 | Score: 64.5

Same rank as last year

+6.3 above state avg

919 students Diverse

Strong Attendance

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

3 schools

A+

Needham High School

1.4 mi | #4 of 346 | Score: 78.0

Improved 7 spots from last year

+19.8 above state avg

1,633 students Moderate

20 sports • 2,794 athletes

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

Dana Hall School

2.0 mi

Grades 06-12

A+

Wellesley Sr High School

2.1 mi | #28 of 346 | Score: 71.3

Improved 63 spots from last year

+13.1 above state avg

1,262 students Diverse

20 sports • 2,762 athletes

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

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