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Sold on 09/29/2015

226 May St, Needham, MA 02492

  • $1,309,000

    Last sold 09/29/2015 for $780K

  • 3

    bed

  • 1.5

    bath

  • 2,370

    Sqft ($329/Sqft)

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About 226 May St

Property type House
Year built 1925
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.41 Acre
Movoto estimate
Property description
BEST BUY IN TOWN!!! Charming 1925 English Colonial set on a knoll overlooking spectacular gardens and private conservation land. Sunny, bright and gracious with lovely details throughout. Beautiful bay windows in the fireplaced living room and dining room with wainscoting and high ceilings. Kitchen has been updated with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a delightful breakfast nook. Family Room has an exposed brick wall, a cathedral ceiling and a wall of glass overlooking the very private yard. Screened in Sun Room, and patio beckon you to the outdoors. Bedrooms are sunny and bright with gorgeous hardwood floors. Move in Condition. Perfect location for commuting, walking to downtown shops and Needham's fabulous restaurants. This truly is a one of a kind home! A pleasure to show.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Maureen S. Steverman
Listing Office - RE/MAX Home Team
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#71853826 • last updated 10 years ago
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Overview
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 71853826
SqFt 2370
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.41
Property Tax 8738
Year Built 1925
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 1
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Primary Bathroom No
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 3 Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 2 Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Total # of Rooms 7
Add'l Room 3 Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Sun Room
Family Room Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling - Beamed, Ceiling - Coffered, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Add'l Room 2 Mud Room, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
Kitchen Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Dining Room Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting
Add'l Room 1 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Foyer
Basement Full
# Fireplaces 1
Interior Features Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Wood, Brick
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Frame, Brick, Stone/Concrete
Parking Desc Off-Street
# Parking Spaces 2
Exterior Features Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Lot Desc Wooded
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows, Storm Windows, Insulated Doors, Storm Doors
Electricity 220 Volts, 100 Amps
Utility Connections For Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Utilities: Hot Water Oil
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
County Norfolk
Middle School Pollard
Elementary School Hillside
High School NHS
APN M:0510002600000, 140075
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public
$1.3M
Range: $1.07M-$1.54M
Last 30 days 
  • Sep 2015
    mls logo MLS # 71853826
  • Sep 29, 2015 Sold
    $780,000 (+0.6%)
  • Aug 11, 2015 Under Agreement
    —
  • Aug 6, 2015 Price Changed
    $775,000 (-3.0%)
  • Jun 9, 2015 Listed
    $799,000 (+5.0%)
  • Jun 2013
    mls logo MLS # 71506518
  • Jun 26, 2013 Sold
    $761,000 (+1.6%)
  • May 14, 2013 Under Agreement
    —
  • Apr 10, 2013 Listed
    $749,000
  • 226 May St
    $780K
  • —
  • 02492
    $2.41M +30% y/y
  • Needham
    $1.65M -28% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
218 May St, Needham, MA 02492 $1,514,000 3/2 1,474 0.02
232 May St, Needham, MA 02492 $1,429,000 3/2 1,102 0.02
5 Lake Dr, Needham, MA 02492 $1,291,000 3/2 1,404 0.04
210 May St, Needham, MA 02492 $1,477,000 5/3 1,518 0.04
6 Lake Dr, Needham, MA 02492 $1,362,000 3/2 1,152 0.04
193 Garden St, Needham, MA 02492 $1,832,000 5/3 2,892 0.04
11 Lake Dr, Needham, MA 02492 $1,622,000 4/4 1,823 0.05
241 May St, Needham, MA 02492 $1,270,000 3/1 1,156 0.05

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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9/10
High Rock School
public Grades 6
Needham School District
9/10
Hillside Elementary School
public Grades K-5
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
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