Interior Features
- FlooringWood, Tile
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Home Highlights
First‑Floor Primary Bedroom
Fireplace2 fireplaces
9% Under Estimated ValueCotality estimate: $1,319,700
$490 per Sq Ft8% below the Needham median ($531)
About This Home
Welcome to 523 Greendale Ave! Set back from the road in Needham's desirable Mitchell School district, this spacious raised ranch offers 4 bedrooms, 3 updated full baths, and a versatile layout with room to fit a variety of needs. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bath, while multiple bonus spaces provide flexibility for a home office, gym, playroom, media room, or guest space. The lower level offers additional living space and potential for an in-law setup. Both the living room and family room feature inviting fireplaces with original mantels, adding warmth and character. At the heart of the home is a large, updated kitchen with plenty of space for cooking and entertaining, complemented by both formal and informal dining areas. Enjoy peaceful wooded views from the kitchen, dining area, and sunroom/office, creating a tucked-away feel while still being close to everything Needham has to offer. Additional highlights include a whole-home water filtration system, one-car garage, 200-amp electrical service with updated Leviton panel, and EV charger. Conveniently located near Needham Center, schools, commuter rail, and Route 128.
Read moreKey Details
MLS #73584206
Monthly HOA$0
Price / Sq Ft$490
Property TypeSingle Family
Subdivision
Tax (2025)$10,089
Assessed Value$951,800
How This Home Compares
vs. the 108 homes for sale in NeedhamPrice$1,199,000
Median $1,795,000
$375,000
$5,900,000
33% below the median Needham home ($1,795,000).
Price per Sq Ft$490
Median $531
$335
$1,932
8% below the median Needham home ($531).
Home Size2,448 sq ft
Median 3,168 sq ft
740 sq ft
9,883 sq ft
23% smaller than the median Needham home (3,168 sq ft).
Lot Size0.23 acres
Median 0.28 acres
0.11 acres
4.63 acres
16% smaller than the median Needham home (0.28 acres).
Days on Market17 days
Median 38 days
2 days
268 days
Newer to the market than most homes here (38 days median).
523 Greendale Ave at a Glance
MLS# 73584206
Offered at $1,199,000, this 4 bed, 3 bath home has 2,448 square feet of living space and was built in 1978. It sits in Needham, zoned for William Mitchell Elementary School, Pollard Middle School, High Rock School and Needham High School.
Want to see it in person? Schedule a showing or call Keith Wade at 603-818-7976.
Property Details
Kitchen and Appliances
- Gas Water Heater
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Water Treatment
- Laundry FeaturesFirst Floor, Washer Hookup
- Dining Room FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room LevelMain,First
- Kitchen FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Kitchen Island,Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen LevelFirst
Exterior and Lot
- Deck
- Storage
- Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch FeaturesDeck
- Road Frontage TypePublic
- Road Surface TypePaved
- Deck
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage
- Covered Spaces1
- Garage Spaces1
- Open Parking
- Parking FeaturesAttached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Parking Total4
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living2,448
- Year Built1978
- Above Grade Finished Area2,448
- Building Area Total2,448
- Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Construction MaterialsFrame
- Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
- Property Age48
- RoofShingle
- Year Built DetailsActual
- Year Built SourcePublic Records
- Architectural StyleSplit Entry
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bedrooms4
- Primary Bedroom LevelFirst
- Bedroom 2 LevelFirst
- Bedroom 3 LevelFirst
- Bedroom 4 LevelFirst
- Primary Bedroom FeaturesBathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 2 FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 3 FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 4 FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
- Total Bathrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Bathroom 1 LevelFirst
- Bathroom 2 LevelFirst
- Bathroom 3 LevelBasement
- Primary Bathroom Features
- Bathroom 1 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled with Tub & Shower
- Bathroom 2 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled with Shower Stall
- Bathroom 3 FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled with Shower Stall
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms8
- Basement FeaturesFull
- Family Room LevelBasement
- Living Room LevelMain,First
- Family Room FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Laminate
- Living Room FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling FeaturesCentral Air
- Fireplace FeaturesLiving Room
- Heating FeaturesCentral, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard
- Heating
- Number of Fireplaces2
Land Info
- Lot DescriptionWooded
- Lot Size Acres0.234734
- Lot Size Square Feet10,225
Homeowners Association
- AssociationNo
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees0
School Information
- Elementary SchoolWilliam Mitchell
- High SchoolNeedham High
- Middle SchoolHigh Rock/Pollard Middle Schoo
Amenities and Community Features
- Community FeaturesShopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount10,786
- Source Listing StatusNew
- CountyNorfolk County
- DirectionsPlease Use Gps
- Tax Year2027
- Source Property TypeResidential
- Home WarrantyNo
- Parcel Number138214
- ZoningSRB
- Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Utilities
- Electric200+ Amp Service
- SewerPublic Sewer
- For Electric Range
- For Electric Oven
- Washer Hookup
- Water SourcePublic
Home Features
- Green Energy EfficientThermostat
Schools Zoned for This Home
Needham School District
elementary · K-5Photo: Google Street ViewWilliam Mitchell Elementary School
9/10
middle · 7-8Photo: Google MapsPollard Middle School
9/10
middle · 6Photo: Google MapsHigh Rock School
9/10
high · 9-12Photo: Google MapsNeedham High School
9/10
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Price History
Listed For
$1,199,000
Last Sold $966,000 on 08-01-2023
First Recorded Sale $473,000 in 2007
SoldListed
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLSListed | Listed | $1,199,000 | +$233,000+24.1% |
| 08-01-2023MLSSold | Sold | $966,000 | −$9,000−0.9% |
| 06-08-2023MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $975,000 | −$20,000−2.0% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $995,000 | +$406,000+68.9% |
| 11-24-2013MLSListing Removed | Listing Removed | — | — |
| 10-11-2013MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $589,000 | −$10,000−1.7% |
| 10-04-2013MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $599,000 | −$900−0.2% |
| 09-21-2013MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $599,900 | −$20,000−3.2% |
| 08-16-2013MLSPrice Changed | Price Changed | $619,900 | −$7,600−1.2% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $627,500 | +$154,500+32.7% |
| 09-28-2007MLSSold | Sold | $473,000 | −$26,000−5.2% |
| MLSListed | Listed | $499,000 | — |
2025 Property Tax
$10,089per year
Assessed Value $951,800
Tax records back to 2003
| Year | Property Tax | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,089 | $951,800 |
| 2024 | $9,748 | $778,600 |
| 2023 | $9,839 | $754,500 |
| 2022 | $9,219 | $689,500 |
| 2021 | $8,984 | $689,500 |
| 2020 | $8,842 | $707,900 |
| 2019 | $8,234 | $664,600 |
| 2018 | $7,895 | $664,600 |
| 2017 | $7,501 | $630,900 |
| 2016 | $7,281 | $630,900 |
| 2015 | $7,123 | $630,900 |
| 2014 | $6,500 | $558,400 |
| 2006 | $4,930 | $560,200 |
| 2005 | $4,837 | $503,300 |
| 2004 | $4,238 | $448,500 |
| 2003 | $4,005 | $434,900 |
Sale prices from public records; list prices from the MLS. Taxes shown are for the prior owner and can change after a sale.
523 Greendale Ave FAQ
At $1,199,000, the asking price of 523 Greendale Ave is 33.2% below the median asking price of $1,795,000 for homes for sale in Needham.
- Its price per square foot is $490, 7.8% below the median of $531 for homes for sale in Needham.
- That is the 36th lowest price per square foot of the 102 homes for sale in Needham that list their size.
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