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!
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
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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