Pending

$1,125,000

42 Hawthorn Ave, Needham, MA 02492

3beds

1,792sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1947

6,970 Square Feet Lot

$1,198,300 Zestimate^®

$628/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Newer windowsWrap-around deckComfortable bright family roomFormal dining roomQuiet tree-lined streetBasement offers ample storage

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!

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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: $628/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,042,500
Annual tax amount: $11,051
Date on market: 6/11/2026
Listing terms: Contract
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$1,198,300

$1.14M - $1.26M

$4,734/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
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

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