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178 Webster St Needham — Photo 1 of 24

Recent Drop: $51,112

$1,250,000

$1,198,888

178 Webster St, Needham, MA 02494

Needham, MA 02494 — Needham Heights

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,538

Style

Single Family

Built

1954

Located in the highly desirable Needham Heights, this cherished 3 BEDROOM 2-bath RANCH has a GENEROUS SIZED BACKYARD, a LEVEL LOT and an UPDATED KITCHEN! The kitchen flows seamlessly into the OPEN CONCEPT living & dining areas, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. A FINISHED SUNROOM offers additional living space. The possibilities continue in the lower level, featuring a full bath and ABUNDANT UNFINISHED SPACE ready to be transformed into a home office, playroom, media room, gym, or additional living area to suit your needs. UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Situated just MINUTES from the Needham Heights commuter rail station, Route 128, Needham Center, and Needham Heights! Enjoy easy access to top-rated schools, parks, dining, shopping, and all the amenities that make Needham one of the area's most sought after communities!

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$780/sqft

Local Avg (Needham)$592/sqft

32% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Needham, MA.

Financials

Original Price$1,250,000

Annual Taxes$10,287

Parking

Garage1

Off-Street7

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

Fireplaces2

FlooringFlooring - Hardwood

BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas

CoolingCentral Air

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--

RoofShingle

FoundationConcrete Perimeter

ZoningSRB

Property & Lot

Acres0.33

SqFt Lot14,157

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First

Living RoomKitchenFamily RoomMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1

Basement

Bathroom 2

Living Room

Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Kitchen

Lvl First

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove

Family Room

Lvl First

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Slider

Master Bedroom

Lvl First

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 2

Lvl First

Bedroom 3

Lvl First

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1

Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laundry Chute

Bathroom 2

Lvl Basement

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Property History

Price Drop

$1,198,888

Was $1,250,000

Sep 6, 2026

MLS® 73533277

Listed

$1,250,000

Jun 10, 2026

MLS® 73533277

Population

11,035

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$180K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

27.8%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Norfolk County

1,189 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+21% vs the prior 12 months) — 706 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 769 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,538 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 14,157 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Needham, MA market report ZIP 02494 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Weinstein Keach Group

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Easton

MLS® Number: 73533277