Enjoy the sophisticated renovation & expansion of this stately 1920's Colonial set on an acre of park like grounds in the prestigious South Street estate area. Offering 5565± of dramatic living space on four floors, this elegant home features a welcoming entry foyer, grand size living room with fireplace & adjacent sun room, formal dining room, bright kitchen with oversized island overlooking the rear terrace, walk-in pantry, two-story family room, cozy den & mudroom with cubbies. The second floor is complete with an expansive primary suite including walk-in closet, dressing room & spa-like bath. Spacious third floor bedroom, office & full bathroom. The extensive lower level features a large recreation room, exercise area, two offices & storage. A spectacular Walpole Woodworkers fenced-in yard, covered porch, lawn area & bluestone terrace affords private, expansive outdoor living space. Newer two-car attached garage plus two-car detached garage.
Sold for $2,100,000
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$2,100,000
617 South St, Needham, MA 02492
4beds
5,565sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
1 Acres Lot
$2,118,900 Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$7,000 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,118,900
$1.97M - $2.27M
$7,000/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 30, 2025 at 11:13am
Listed by:
Tom Aaron 781-248-8785,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley 781-237-9090
Bought with:
Teri Adler
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73378469
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dressing Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 7 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Family room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 361
- Dimensions: 19 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Gas Stove
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 24 x 12
Office
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Den, Sun Room, Play Room, Home Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Other, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,565
- Total interior livable area: 5,565 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,509
- Finished area below ground: 1,056
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.00 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 145715
- Zoning: SRA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Location
- Region: Needham
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $2,100,000-4.3%$377/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378469 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000$394/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378469 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2025 | Contingent | $2,195,000$394/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378469 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+96.9%$394/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378469 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2011 | Sold | $1,115,000-7%$200/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,727 +5.9% | $1,861,000 +25.1% |
| 2024 | $18,620 +0.6% | $1,487,200 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $18,512 -0.3% | $1,419,600 +2.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02492
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10High Rock SchoolGrades: 6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Needham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Newman
- Middle: High Rk/Pollard
- High: Nhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Needham
- 02492
- 617 South St