178 South St, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492 • Birds Hill
$1,950,000
Est. $11,828/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
5,232
Sq Ft
$373
Price/Sq Ft
1.25
Acres
1776
Year Built
162
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$525,000 Listed Mar 19, 2025 • MLS# 73347029 Copied!

About this home

**PRICE REDUCTION** SOLD AS IS- CHARLES RIVER WATERFRONT. Have you ever dreamed of living in a poem, a painting, a stop on the Underground RR or on the banks of the Charles? 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. Multigenerational living 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, - Open House Saturday 11-1 PM

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1776
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,232 sq ft
Total Rooms
12

Facts & Features

4 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1776
Living Area 5,232 sq ft
Lot Size 1.25 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Central, Gravity, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil
Cooling Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 6
Basement Full
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, 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

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Balcony / Deck, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Exterior, Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 4
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 14

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $21,210
Assessed Value $2,121,411

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop
Interior 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
Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1776
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Gravity, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Patio & Porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 4
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 14
Parking Features: Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 6
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Navigable Water, River, Private, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: 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

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Neighborhood

Birds Hill

178 South St, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492

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Schools

Elementary School
Broadmeadow
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Middle School
Hrock/Pollard
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High School
Needham High
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Year 15
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2025
$1,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Niden Office: Keller Williams Realty
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2025
$1,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Niden Office: Keller Williams Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 19, 2025 New Listing Added $1,950,000
Mar 19, 2025 New Listing Added $1,950,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
162 days
Price per Sq Ft
$373
Total Price Drop
-$525,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $21,210 $2,121,411

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,210
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$2,121,411

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Niden
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Agent MLS ID CN232386
Office MLS ID AN0875
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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