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Brief Synopsis
An area in the northeast corner of Needham is called Needham Crossing. It is a light industrial corridor east of the I-95/Route 128 beltway. Needham Crossing is comprised of commercial and retail businesses including a Coca-Cola plant, a Trader Joe's packing plant, and several high technology and Internet firms, such as PTC. Apart from this relatively small area and its thriving town center, Needham is primarily an affluent bedroom community and commuter suburban district which you will find to be very friendly and a great place in which to live and raise a family. Residents often talk about how close-knit the neighborhoods are. Knock on a door or two, chat a resident up that you pass by and you will hear the same sentiments expressed from everyone about their Needham home, "the only way I'm leaving is in a pine box".
Where is Needham?
The Town of Needham is located on rocky uplands within a loop of the Charles River in the eastern section of Norfolk County, Massachusetts, bordered by Wellesley on the west and northwest, Newton on the north and northeast, the West Roxbury section of Boston on the east, Dedham on the southeast and south, and Westwood and Dover on the south. Needham is just 10 short miles southwest of Boston. Quick access to the rest of the metroplex is possible via I-95/SR-128, SR-9, and SR-135. The commuter train runs through Needham with stations at Needham Junction, Needham Center, and Needham Heights, if you'd rather avoid driving in rush hour traffic - see schedule here. If you are doing a search for properties or for anything or anyone else in Needham, you can search by two zip codes - 02492 (for south and western parts of Needham) and 02494 (for its northeast section, Needham Heights).
Needham's Neighborhoods
Different areas of Needham are given local names. Some of the more common neighborhoods include: Tower Hill, Mitchell School, Broadmeadow & Birds Hill-Thornton, Walker Pond, Needham Junction, Needham Heights, High Rock Junction, Volante, Needham South of Highland, Thorpe Park Area, Hunnewell-Hillside, Olin Woods, and Charles River Village.
Local Activities
Check out The Neighborhood Farm - aka Farmers' Market - an exciting addition to the town. It provides fresh, locally grown produce from Memorial Day through the Thanksgiving weekend. Volante Farms, open year round, is another popular market. Are you a mountain biker or simply a hiker? Either way, you will enjoy Cutler Park Reservation, a state park, with its hills and trails near an 800-acre marsh along the Charles River and beside route 128. There is an outdoor public swimming pool built into Rosemary Lake, and many parks, playgrounds and ball fields that offer exceptional family recreation, including: DeFazio Park, Greene's Field (which houses a playground and several sports fields), Memorial Park, Perry Park (featuring a playground and basketball court), the Walker-Gordon Field and Walker Pond (where fishing is added to soccer and baseball activities), the Ridge Hill Reservation (for nature hiking at its best), and Town Forest Park and Farley Pond (where you can enjoy mountain biking). If you are single or want more night life you will need to drive into Boston. Don't forget to check into the Newcomer's Club of Needham once you decide to make Needham your home.
Housing
In years past, Needham was principally recognized as the country getaway for well-to-do Bostonians living on Beacon Hill or Back Bay. Many large houses first built in the 1800s as country homes for the rich still survive. You will find some secluded estates along the Charles River - areas of grand new homes and charming, old-fashioned neighborhoods. Since the southern area of Needham is comprised of many estates built upon 3-5 acres - some even as large as 35 to 60 acres - it is less densely populated than its northern section where lot sizes are typically a fifth of an acre or less. Understandably, you will find the most expensive homes in the south. However, a lot of people think of all of Needham as an expensive place to buy a home because many homes priced less than $600,000 are snapped up by builders, torn down, and replaced with McMansions selling from $1,300,000 - $1,600,000. You can find condominiums/townhomes in Needham, but by and large Needham consists of single-family dwellings.
Property Taxes
Needham's official web site provides links to important information, including an online database which you can access to see what value the city Assessor gives each property. You can jot down the value found here and then multiply it by its annual tax rate to determine the total taxes of any property you have interest in buying.
Other Info About Needham
If you have school-age children, the Needham Public School District is highly rated (per GreatSchools.org) especially its middle and high schools and Eliot Elementary School. You can determine which elementary school your child(ren) will attend by locating your prospective new home's address on the list provided here. NPS's transportation policies, bus routes, etc., are outlined here. There are also several private Catholic schools, including Saint Joseph's Elementary School, Monsignor Haddad Middle School, and Saint Sebastian's high school for boys.
It is always wise to check if there is reported criminal activity in the area in which you plan to live. Fortunately, Needham's crime rate is very low. To keep up with daily goings on, you can check in online with the purveyors of local news: The Needham Times, The Hometown Weekly, The Patch, and The Needham Channel on TV. Of course, there are also the Boston Globe and the Boston Herald.
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Available Needham Properties
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17,860 sq ft lot with 98 ft of frontage! Attention builders & renovaters terrific opportunity to fix up or build new! Charming cape has many special features include: new...
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Attention Builders and remodelers, opportunity knocks in this 7 room 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial in NEEDHAM. Great bones and sensible colonial layout present options for ...
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Massive price drop!!! Don't let the outside fool you, get in to see this before others realize what they are missing! This rare unique unit in High Cliff Estates offers 3...
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Welcome home to Needham newest development! This beautiful new construction townhouse with open floor plan is the one you've been waiting for! The features include 4 bedr...
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Welcome home to Needham newest development! This beautiful new construction townhouse with open floor plan is the one you've been waiting for! The feature include 4 bedro...
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- 72597461 MLS
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Beautiful land offering in Needham! Site your new home on a gentle knoll with a street view or back further surrounded by open space and woods. Wonderful flat, open spa...
- 72563316 MLS
Have you been looking for a fabulous house in an fabulous neighborhood? This is an opportunity to buy a home in the new SUNITA WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL district. Ove...
- 3 Beds
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Lovingly restored SUNNY and bright Cape Style Home. Located on a small PRIVATE ROAD near Hershey train station and Needham Golf Club. Spacious Deck with Built-in planters...
- 4 Beds
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- 72549188 MLS
Well maintained multi-level home set on a 14,800 sq ft lot with private backyard is located in a highly desirable Broadmeadow neighborhood minutes from the elementary sch...
- 3 Beds
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- 72598731 MLS
Country living in Needham. Well built Colonial situated on a level acre lot in a cul de sac off South St. Spacious rooms and sunlight abounds in this handsome colonial wi...
- 4 Beds
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- 72571689 MLS
This home was most recently used as a Doctor's office and residence. There is an option to continue with the mixed use or to use as a single family home. The mixed use is...
- 4 Beds
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- 72533659 MLS
Sophisticated 4BR / 3.5 Bath Townhouse in outstanding location on quiet side street in Needham Center. Spacious, open floor plan w/ over 2600' of living area, filled with...
- 4 Beds
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- 72594770 MLS
Introducing 23 Dwight Rd Needham, MA! Centrally located, this well maintained 4 bed / 2.5 bath Cape with a large two door attached garage, and an unheard of 27,009 SqFt l...
- 4 Beds
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- 72584929 MLS
NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION WITH PRE-CONSTRUCTION PRICING! Townhouse condominiums all in close proximity to town services including Trader Joe's, Starbucks's, Commuter Rail, r...
- 4 Beds
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NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION! WITH PRE-CONSTRUCTION PRICING! Townhouse Condominiums all in close proximity to town services including Trader Joe's, Starbucks,Commuter Rail,re...
- 4 Beds
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- 72582899 MLS
HUGE PRICE DROP! THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME IS PRICED TO SELL. Spectacular renovation of this colonial in the most desirable Broadmeadow neighborhood, and directly across the ...
- 4 Beds
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A perfect family home! Surprisingly large wonderfully updated and expanded, well maintained five bedroom spacious 3 1/2 bath colonial. Two master bedrooms with double wal...
- 5 Beds
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Come see this well built, young colonial with shining hardwood floors, high ceilings, wide staircases and gorgeous woodwork. This home is built for entertaining; groups l...
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MOTIVATED SELLER! Welcoming farmers porch sets the stage for this impressive stone front, hip roof colonial in the sought after Broadmeadow district.Custom built ten year...
- 6 Beds
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Grand home sited on a Cul-de-sac of 5 homes in Needham’s estate neighborhood. Marble entry with a gorgeous bridal stairway just begin the list of features of this expans...
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This beautifully renovated Needham home set on 2.3 acres deserves to be in Architectural Digest Magazine! With an extensive renovation down to the studs and addition in 2...
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Beautiful 3.47 acre parcel located on desirable Central Avenue. Property has existing home, large barn and garage. Unique opportunity for development of potentially two...
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Graceful young colonial in pristine condition sited on a raised flat lot with a large enclosed back yard, close to Mitchell school, high school and convenient to commute....
- 5 Beds
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** MOVE ** RIGHT ** IN ** NEW CONSTRUCTION ** Simply Gorgeous Copper & Dentil Accented Farmers Porch Colonial on Flat Fenced Lot ~ ...
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NEW CONSTRUCTION: Great Location! Just two blocks from Broadmeadow School. Private and level yard! The house is just spectacular! 5 plus bedrooms and 4.5 baths with an a...
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Just Completed new construction home on a quiet street in Mitchell School neighborhood. Three floors of well designed living space and well planned finishes throughout. B...
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Stunning new construction! Well-appointed spaces and luxury finishes highlight this beautiful Colonial near the Broadmeadow School. You'll want to enjoy every feature th...
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Saddlebrook custom contemporary colonial on a beautiful, private wooded acre. This GORGEOUS home boasts a first floor master suite, spacious artist's studio above garage ...
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Spectacular new home from one of the area's top local builders. This beautiful home has everything you want including first floor master bedroom, high ceilings and incred...
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New to Market in a top Needham neighborhood, this exceptional home has it all! Custom built french country manor home located on a private cul de sac. Well appointed roo...
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Custom designed and executed by premier area architect and developer, this home embodies timeless elegance and unparalleled finishes. Located in a popular Mitchell school...
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Timeless colonial that blends character with modern amenities privately set on nearly 2 acres of spectacular lush landscaped grounds on historic Sabrina Lake just minutes...
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Welcome to Needham's next signature home in a desirable, in-town location on a large lot. Premier local builder and distinguished architect are transforming this well mai...
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New Construction! This meticulously built Colonial Home has a contemporary flair & exceptional craftsmanship. This elegant residence is sited on a .45 acre flat lot that ...
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Privately sited on breathtaking waterfront of the Charles River, this special home is steeped in history & brimming with character. Once part of the N.C. Wyeth family com...
- 4 Beds
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- 72539641 MLS
Be prepared to be wowed: Land, location and layout come together in this center entrance colonial. The architecturally designed floor plan offers easy living and entert...
- 6 Beds
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Opportunity to own a custom home in a desirable Mitchell School neighborhood. Home is uniquely designed by a renowned area architect and will be built by premier Needham...
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- 72508342 MLS
Beautiful home to be built located in an idyllic, private country setting located on 1.37 acres of land with all the amenities and details that todays discerning buyer is...
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Custom designed by Michael McKay, over 8000 sq. feet of living space in this stunning shingle style magnificent property on nearly two acres with all like homes on the st...
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