Delightful expanded Cape tucked on a quiet tree-lined street in one of Needham’s most sought after neighborhoods is on the market for the first time in over 40 years! Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully expanded, it offers an exceptional opportunity to move right in and add your own touches over time. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the home boasts a welcoming 1st floor layout with fireplaced living room, open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, casual dining area with slider to a wrap-around deck, comfortable bright family room, formal dining room, and a versatile bonus room with deck access. Numerous updates over the years include newer windows, roof, electrical panel, 2-story addition and more. Basement offers ample storage and direct entry from garage. Ideally located just down the street from Perry Park and Mitchell school, ½ mile from the Hersey commuter rail station, and less a mile from Needham center. Move in before the next school year begins!
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492
3beds
1,792sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$1,097,500 Zestimate®
$614/sqft
$4,734 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,097,500
$1.03M - $1.17M
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Newer windowsWrap-around deckComfortable bright family roomFormal dining roomQuiet tree-lined streetBasement offers ample storage
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Listed by:
Benna Lynch Rondini 339-204-7394,
Charlesgate Realty Group LLC 617-587-0100
Bought with:
Scott Farrell & Partners
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Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73534698
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 9 x 20
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 253
- Dimensions: 11 x 23
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl / VCT, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Garage Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,792
- Total interior livable area: 1,792 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,792
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Screens
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:023.0 B:0066 L:0000.0,138035
- Zoning: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Needham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $614/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,042,500
- Annual tax amount: $11,051
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Sold | $1,100,000-2.2%$614/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73534698 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2026 | Pending sale | $1,125,000$628/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73534698 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Contingent | $1,125,000$628/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73534698 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,125,000$628/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73534698 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,051 -0.9% | $1,042,500 +17.1% |
| 2024 | $11,147 -1.5% | $890,300 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $11,317 +7.8% | $867,900 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $10,495 +2.6% | $785,000 |
| 2021 | $10,229 +4.8% | $785,000 +0.4% |
| 2020 | $9,765 +7.4% | $781,800 +6.6% |
| 2019 | $9,089 +4.3% | $733,600 |
| 2018 | $8,715 +4.8% | $733,600 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $8,316 +2.6% | $699,400 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $8,102 | $702,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02492
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10William Mitchell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Needham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mitchell
- Middle: Hirock/Pollard
- High: Needham High
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
- 42 Hawthorn Ave
