For sale

$1,250,000

178 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494

3beds

1,538sqft

$7,678/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1954

0.33 Acres Lot

$1,215,200 Zestimate^®

$813/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Generous backyardUpdated kitchenLevel lot

First time available on the open market! Nestled in the highly desirable Needham Heights, this cherished 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over 70 years! The updated kitchen flows seamlessly into the open-concept living & dining areas, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. A finished sunroom offers additional living space. The possibilities continue in the lower level, featuring a full bath and abundant unfinished space ready to be transformed into a home office, playroom, media room, gym, or additional living area to suit your needs. Set on a level lot, this property boasts a generous backyard with endless possibilities! UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Situated just MINUTES from the Needham Heights commuter rail station, Route 128, Needham Center, and Needham Heights! Enjoy easy access to top-rated schools, parks, dining, shopping, and all the amenities that make Needham one of the area's most sought after communities!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laundry Chute
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Level: Basement

Family room

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Level: First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: First

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry: Sink, In Basement

Features

Closet, Entrance Foyer
Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,538
Total interior livable area: 1,538 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,538

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 7
Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 6

Lot

Size: 0.33 Acres

Details

Parcel number: M:078.0 B:0051 L:0000.0,141868
Zoning: SRB

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Needham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $813/sqft
Tax assessed value: $970,500
Annual tax amount: $10,287
Date on market: 6/10/2026
Exclusions: Washer & Dryer, Sconces In The Primary Bedroom, Trampoline, Swing Set.

Estimated market value

$1,215,200

$1.15M - $1.28M

$3,754/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/10/2026	Listed for sale	$1,250,000+186%$813/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73533277 Report a problem
4/28/2011	Sold	$437,000$284/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$10,287 +24.7%	$970,500 +47.2%
2024	$8,252 -1.8%	$659,100 +2.3%
2023	$8,400 +6.7%	$644,200 +9.4%
2022	$7,874 +2.6%	$588,900
2021	$7,673 +3.4%	$588,900 -0.8%
2020	$7,418 +8.6%	$593,900 +7.7%
2019	$6,832 +4.3%	$551,400
2018	$6,551 +3.8%	$551,400 +3.9%
2017	$6,312 +3%	$530,900
2016	$6,127	$530,900