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Sold on 09/03/2021

1516 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492

  • $4,109,000

    Last sold 09/03/2021 for $2.71M

  • 5

    bed

  • 6.5

    bath

  • 8,029

    Sqft ($338/Sqft)

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Property type House
Year built 1990
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 7 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 3 garage spaces
Property description
Custom-designed & gated 8,000 sq. ft. home sited on 7+ acres of open fields & privacy. Dramatic 25 ft. cathedral ceiling is breathtaking with massive windows, skylights, and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. 5 bedrooms, 6+ baths, new addition with 2 en-suite bedrooms, stunning mahogany paneled office/family room, 20 seat movie theater w/stage, 2,000 bottle wine cellar, second kitchen, game room, multiple balconies, 3 fireplaces and 3-car garage are a rare collection. The chef's kitchen includes new 6 burner Wolf range, Subzero, quartz counters, beautiful cabinetry & opens to glass surrounded breakfast room and stunning views. The master suite has radiant heat, spa bath, a 300 sq. ft. walk-in closet, private patio and fireplace to create a blissful retreat. Expansive 2,000 sq. ft. wrap-around patio, lush green lawn & space available for pool/tennis. Plus 12 stall, 3,000 sq. ft barn w/ loft, granite heated bridge, top of the line security system & fields make this home spectacular!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Amy Gworek
Listing Office - William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72823513 • last updated 4 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 19 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Contemporary, Other (See Remarks)
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 72823513
SqFt 8029
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 7
Property Tax 33278.86
Year Built 1990
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 6
Primary Bathroom Yes
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Skylight, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, French Doors, Dressing Room
Bedroom 5 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 4 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Total # of Bedrooms 5
Total # of Rooms 16
Add'l Room 3 Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen
Family Room Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access
Add'l Room 2 Study, Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Wine Chiller
Laundry Closet, Main Level
Kitchen Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances
Add'l Room 5 Media Room, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Add'l Room 6 Other
Dining Room Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood
Add'l Room 4 Wine Cellar, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors
Add'l Room 1 Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Other
Basement Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access, Exterior Access
# Fireplaces 3
Interior Features Fireplace, Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar, French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Clapboard, Wood
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Slate
Construction Frame
Garage/ Parking Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Side Entry, Insulated, Oversized Parking
Parking Desc Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
# Parking Spaces 30
# Garage Spaces 3
Exterior Features Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Gutters, Storage Shed, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Lot Desc Easements, Stream, Fenced/Enclosed, Scenic View(s)
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat, Backup Generator
Electricity 400 Amps
Utility Connections For Gas Range, Icemaker Connection
Utilities: Hot Water Natural Gas
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Location
Neighborhood Sunny Hill Horse Farm
County Norfolk
Middle School Pollard
Elementary School Newman
High School Needham
APN M:212.0 B:0013 L:0000.0, 146079
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public, Paved
Frontage 283
$4.1M
Range: $2.99M-$5.21M
Last 30 days 
  • Sep 2021
    mls logo MLS # 72823513
  • Sep 3, 2021 Sold
    $2,715,125 (-2.9%)
  • Jun 10, 2021 Under Agreement
  • May 27, 2021 Contingent
  • Apr 29, 2021 Listed
    $2,795,000
  • Sep 2020
    mls logo MLS # 72733293
  • Sep 27, 2020 Listed
    $2,795,000 (-6.0%)
  • Dec 2019
    mls logo MLS # 72485829
  • Dec 6, 2019 Temporarily Withdrawn
  • Sep 6, 2019 Price Changed
    $2,974,900
  • Aug 15, 2019 Price Changed
    $2,975,000 (-5.6%)
  • Jul 23, 2019 Price Changed
    $3,150,000 (-4.5%)
  • May 8, 2019 Price Changed
    $3,299,000 (-1.5%)
  • Apr 22, 2019 Listed
    $3,350,000
  • Nov 2018
    mls logo MLS # 72265263
  • Nov 13, 2018 Price Changed
    $3,350,000 (-4.3%)
  • Apr 4, 2018 Price Changed
    $3,499,000 (-12.5%)
  • Feb 6, 2018 Back On Market
  • Jan 1, 2018 Temporarily Withdrawn
  • Dec 20, 2017 Listed
    $3,999,000
  • Sep 2017
    mls logo MLS # 72224158
  • Sep 6, 2017 Listed
    $3,999,000 (+1.2%)
  • Dec 2015
    mls logo MLS # 71789922
  • Dec 28, 2015 Price Changed
    $3,950,000 (+5.3%)
  • Sep 8, 2015 Price Changed
    $3,750,000 (-16.7%)
  • Feb 4, 2015 Listed
    $4,500,000 (+63.6%)
  • Jan 2003
    mls logo MLS # 30680159
  • Jan 14, 2003 Listed
    $2,750,000
  • Aug 2001
    mls logo MLS # 30530994
  • Aug 8, 2001 Listed
    $2,750,000 (+5.8%)
  • Jan 2001
    mls logo MLS # 30468568
  • Jan 4, 2001 Listed
    $2,600,000 (+4.0%)
  • Apr 1998
    mls logo MLS # 50395948
  • Apr 18, 1998 Listed
    $2,500,000 (+116.1%)
  • Sep 1996
    mls logo MLS # 50299802
  • Sep 21, 1996 Sold
    $1,157,000 (-9.3%)
  • Sep 5, 1995 Listed
    $1,275,000
  • 1516 Central Ave
    $2.71M
  • 02492
    $2.41M +30% y/y
  • Needham
    $1.78M -27% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1544 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 $1,684,000 5/2 2,061 0.06
99 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492 $2,849,000 4/4 2,481 0.08
1509 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 $1,460,000 3/3 699 0.08
1554 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 $1,654,000 4/3 2,112 0.08
1490 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492 $1,955,000 4/5 1,882 0.09
117 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492 5/3 1,908 0.09
131 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492 $2,585,000 4/3 2,872 0.09
77 Bridle Trail Rd, Needham, MA 02492 $3,037,000 5/4 2,585 0.1

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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6/10
Newman Elementary School
public Grades PK, K-5
Needham School District
9/10
High Rock School
public Grades 6
Needham School District
9/10
Pollard Middle School
public Grades 7-8
Needham School District
10/10
Needham High School
public Grades 9-12
Needham School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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