Meticulously maintained 8rm, 3Br, colonial built in 1960 embodies enduring quality along with updates for today's lifestyle. The home is comprised of approx 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The first floor offers comfortable living with a family room, an updated kitchen opened to dining room, fireplaced living room, and a powder room. The second floor boasts 3 bedrooms and a full bath along with ample closet space and all hardwood flooring. Finished lower-level playroom with fireplace and access to yard. Some upgrades include newer gas furnace, central A/C, 2010 roof, newer windows & storm doors. The attractive level 10,454 sq ft lot provides for outdoor enjoyment with patio and garden areas. Plenty of parking along with oversized 2 car garage. Located in sought after Birds Hill area convenient to train and Broadmeadow Elementary School.
Sold for $1,500,000
$1,500,000
85 Dawson Dr, Needham, MA 02492
3beds
2,452sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$1,507,200 Zestimate®
$612/sqft
$4,184 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,507,200
$1.40M - $1.61M
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Newer gas furnaceFamily roomPatio and garden areasPowder roomAmple closet spaceAll hardwood flooringAccess to yard
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Listed by:
Louise Condon 781-910-1275,
Louise Condon Realty 781-449-6292,
Pamela Condon 781-248-6293
Bought with:
Bell Petrini Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492583
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 190
- Dimensions: 19 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Closet, Play Room
- Flooring: Wood, Laminate
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,452
- Total interior livable area: 2,452 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,727
- Finished area below ground: 725
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Frontage length: 80.00
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:012.0 B:0040 L:0000.0,137389
- Zoning: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Garrison
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Needham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $612/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,158,700
- Annual tax amount: $12,547
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Sold | $1,500,000+15.4%$612/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492583 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Contingent | $1,300,000$530/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492583 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+94.8%$530/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492583 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2005 | Sold | $667,500+24.8%$272/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2002 | Sold | $535,000+69.8%$218/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/1989 | Sold | $315,000$128/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,927 +4.3% | $1,125,200 +23.2% |
| 2024 | $11,436 -1.4% | $913,400 +2.7% |
| 2023 | $11,603 +7% | $889,800 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $10,839 +2.6% | $810,700 |
| 2021 | $10,563 +5.6% | $810,700 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $10,003 +7.5% | $800,900 +6.7% |
| 2019 | $9,302 +4.3% | $750,800 |
| 2018 | $8,920 +4.6% | $750,800 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $8,528 +2.6% | $717,200 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $8,308 | $719,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02492
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Broadmeadow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Needham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Broadmeadow
- Middle: Pollard
- High: Needham
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
- 85 Dawson Dr
