Timeless Victorian charm meets modern updates in this beautifully maintained attached single-family home in the heart of Needham Heights. A welcoming three-season porch leads into a sun-filled living room w/ abundant natural light & classic character. The formal dining room features a built-in cabinet, creating the perfect space for entertaining. The renovated kitchen offers stylish finishes, updated cabinetry & modern conveniences, along w/ a convenient half bath & direct access to a private deck overlooking the backyard. The second floor includes a spacious primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms & full bath. The third level provides exceptional flexibility w/ a fourth bedroom & dedicated home office, ideal for today's lifestyle. The walk-out basement offers high ceilings, ample storage & outstanding potential for future finished living space. A storage shed, generous off-street parking & an unbeatable location just moments from Needham Heights shops, restaurants & commuter rail.
Sold for $949,900
$949,900
309 Hillside Ave, Needham, MA 02494
4beds
2,004sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$929,300 Zestimate®
$474/sqft
$4,592 Estimated rent
Home value
$929,300
$883,000 - $976,000
$4,592/mo
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Modern updatesTimeless victorian charmStorage shedSpacious primary bedroomWelcoming three-season porchConvenient half bathGenerous off-street parking
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Listed by:
The Varano Realty Group 339-222-0871,
Keller Williams Realty 617-969-9000,
Adriano Varano 339-222-0871
Bought with:
Whitney Cheever
Hope McDermott Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73547336
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, High Seer Heat Pump (12+), Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Home Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,004
- Total interior livable area: 2,004 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,004
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 142798
- Zoning: GR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
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
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Needham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $474/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $832,500
- Annual tax amount: $8,825
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2026 | Sold | $949,900$474/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73547336 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2026 | Pending sale | $949,900$474/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73547336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2026 | Listing removed | $4,750$2/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73560826 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,750$2/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73560826 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,900+19.5%$474/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73547336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2021 | Sold | $795,000+4.6%$397/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2021 | Pending sale | $760,000$379/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72861180 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $760,000+29.9%$379/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72861180 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2019 | Sold | $585,000-2.5%$292/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2018 | Listing removed | $600,000$299/sqft |
Source: Hughes Residential #72393426 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $600,000$299/sqft |
Source: Hughes Residential #72393426 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,825 -2% | $832,500 +15.7% |
| 2024 | $9,006 -1.2% | $719,300 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $9,112 +5.9% | $698,800 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $8,602 +13.6% | $643,400 +10.7% |
| 2021 | $7,570 +6.5% | $581,000 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $7,108 +8% | $569,100 +7.2% |
| 2019 | $6,580 +4.3% | $531,100 |
| 2018 | $6,309 +4.3% | $531,100 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $6,047 +3% | $508,600 |
| 2016 | $5,869 | $508,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02494
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sunita L. Williams ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Needham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Williams Es
- Middle: Hirock/Pollard
- High: Needham Hs
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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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Norfolk County
- Needham
- 02494
- 309 Hillside Ave
