23 Fairfax Rd, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492 • Birds Hill
$1,200,000
Est. $6,387/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,573
Sq Ft
$763
Price/Sq Ft
0.19
Acres
1950
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 30, 2025 • MLS# 73251467 Copied!

About this home

Welcome to this classic Colonial home on a quiet side street in the highly sought-after Bird's Hill/Mitchell School neighborhood. The front-to-back living room, complete with a fireplace, exudes warmth and charm, and leads to a lovely screened porch overlooking the backyard—ideal for relaxation and entertainment. The first floor also boasts a cozy den/T.V. room with original wood paneling, a generous kitchen, and a spacious dining room, perfect for hosting family and friends. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms including a primary suite with full bath. The LL includes the laundry and a playroom with fireplace and a retro built-in bar! Roof, water heater, and upstairs windows are all newer. This location provides easy access to the Hersey train station and commuter routes, making it a potential dream home in Needham. With opportunities to update and add your personal touches, this house is ready to become your perfect sanctuary.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,573 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,050,000
Final Sale Price: $1,200,000
Difference: +$150,000 (+14.3%)
Performance Metrics
114.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $668
Sale $/sq ft: $763
This property sold for $763 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 1,573 sq ft
Lot Size 0.19 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Partially Finished
Laundry In Basement
Features Den, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Screened
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Screened

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $10,129
Assessed Value $809,000

Location

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Neighborhood

Birds Hill

23 Fairfax Rd, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Mitchell
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Middle School
Pollard
Rating information coming soon
High School
Nhs
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Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $844
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

57.9%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73366690
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 5, 2025
$2,495,000
MLS #73366690
Sold
Jul 19, 2024
$1,200,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2024
$1,050,000
Original listing
Agent: Suzanne Nissen Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 5, 2025 Sold $2,495,000
Jun 12, 2024 New Listing Added $1,050,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$763

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $10,129 $809,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,129
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$809,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Suzanne Nissen
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB804805
Office MLS ID AN4888

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