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Sold for $2,725,000 on 07/23/25
  • $2,725,000

    179 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492

    4beds
    5,261sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2011
    9,148 Square Feet Lot
    $2,725,300 Zestimate®
    $518/sqft
    $7,719 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Spectacular 2011 colonial on one of Needham's ladder streets, only a few blocks to town center and Mitchell school, this 4 bed, 5.5 bath home has it all! Covered front porch with swing and mature landscaping welcome you. Inside, arts and crafts style wainscoting, soaring ceilings, crown moldings, walnut floors, and high-end finishes throughout. 1st floor boasts livingroom; diningroom; study; kitchen with island, Subzero refrigerator, stainless appliances, white custom cabinetry and dining area; fireplaced familyroom; and slider to magnificent patio with built-in firepit and level fenced yard! Upstairs you will find private primary suite with vaulted ceiling, 2 walk-in closets, luxury bathroom with soaking tub and large tiled shower; 2 corner family bedrooms share double vanity bath; a corner ensuite bedroom; and laundry room. 3rd floor ideal for guest suite or office, with full bath. Basement with high ceilings, rec room, office/gym/bed option, and amazing music room. Welcome home!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 23, 2025 at 07:16am

    Listed by:

    Benna Lynch Rondini,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    Bought with:

    The Samantha Eisenberg Group

    Compass

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73374828

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 360
    • Dimensions: 20 x 18
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 143
    • Dimensions: 11 x 13
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 144
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 143
    • Dimensions: 11 x 13
    Family room
    • Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 285
    • Dimensions: 15 x 19
    Kitchen
    • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 399
    • Dimensions: 21 x 19
    Living room
    • Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 144
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Office
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 374
    • Dimensions: 11 x 34
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
    Features
    • Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Linen, Recessed Lighting, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Bathroom, Office, Media Room, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Doors: Insulated Doors
    • Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,261
    • Total interior livable area: 5,261 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,904
    • Finished area below ground: 1,357

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
    • Exterior features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 9,148 sqft
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:048.0 B:0015 L:0000.0,139787
    • 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: 2011

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Generator, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Needham

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Contract
    • Road surface type: Paved
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