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178 South St, Needham, MA 02492

$1,895,000
•
  • 5

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 5,232

    Sqft ($362/Sqft)

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About 178 South St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1776
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1.25 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 4 garage spaces
Property description
SOLD AS IS- CHARLES RIVER WATERFRONT. Have you ever dreamed of living on the banks of the Charles? Kayak, canoe, stand up paddle or fish out Inside, you'll find original details such as wainscoting and wide plank wood floors, along with six wood-burning hearths that enhance the home's warm inviting atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features a walk-in fridge and high-end Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Multigenerational living Two staircases lead to the second level, w/ four bedrooms and a convenient second-floor laundry. Close to St. Sebastian's and Nobel and Greenough. The house is ADA compliant, with an elevator providing easy access to both the first and second floors. Outside, a flagstone terrace offers stunning views over 1.25 acres of lush, pastoral land. A detached four-car garage A separate, air-conditioned 840 sq ft artists studio, complete with a kitchen, full bath, - PHOTOGRAPHS ARE VIRTUALLY STAGED. The house is completely empty. Located within the 178 South Street Local Historic District: the front and two side elevations of the original home are protected; additions may be removed. The interior may be comprehensively renovated and updated for modern use. Open House Saturday and Sunday 11-2 PM
Listed by
Listing Agent - Michael Niden
Listing Office - Keller Williams Realty
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#73598884 • last updated 1 hour ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
Heating Central, Gravity, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil
Levels/Style Colonial, Antique
MLS # 73598884
Type Residential
Status Active
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 5232
Lot Size (SqFt) 54450
Lot Size (Acres) 1.25
Annual Property Tax 21210
Year Built 1776
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 4
# Full Baths 2
# Half Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 5
Bedroom 3 Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 Fireplace, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
Basement Full
Family Room Flooring - Wood, 15
Living Room Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room First, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
Total # of Rooms 12
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Kitchen Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop
# Fireplaces 6
Accessibility Features Accessible Entrance
Interior Features Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Live-in Help Quarters, Sitting Room, Home Office, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Cement Plaster, Internet Available - Broadband, Elevator, Other
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Window Features Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Roof Shingle
Construction Frame
# Covered Spaces 4
Parking Desc Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
# Parking Spaces 14
# Garage Spaces 4
Exterior Features Balcony / Deck, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Patio/ Porch Deck - Exterior, Deck, Patio
Lot Desc Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Public Sewer
Utilities For Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Electricity 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Source Public
Location
View Scenic View(s)
Waterfront Waterfront, Navigable Water, River, Private, River, 0 To 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
County Norfolk
Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Elementary School Broadmeadow
Middle School Hrock/Pollard
High School Needham High
Zoning SRA
APN M:200.0 B:0026 L:0000.0, 145553
Directions 95 To Great Plain Ave Exit Toward Needham Center. Second Left Onto South St. 0.4 Miles On Left.
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Paved
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