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1516 Central Avenue

Needham, MA 02492

5 beds
7 baths
8,029 sqft
~7 acre lot
$338 per sqft
1990 build
– on site

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Custom-designed & gated 8,000 sq. ft. home sited on 7+ acres of open fields & privacy. Dramatic 25 ft. cathedral ceiling is breathtaking with massive windows, skylights, and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. 5 bedrooms, 6+ baths, new addition with 2 en-suite bedrooms, stunning mahogany paneled office/family room, 20 seat movie theater w/stage, 2,000 bottle wine cellar, second kitchen, game room, multiple balconies, 3 fireplaces and 3-car garage are a rare collection. The chef's kitchen includes new 6 burner Wolf range, Subzero, quartz counters, beautiful cabinetry & opens to glass surrounded breakfast room and stunning views. The master suite has radiant heat, spa bath, a 300 sq. ft. walk-in closet, private patio and fireplace to create a blissful retreat. Expansive 2,000 sq. ft. wrap-around patio, lush green lawn & space available for pool/tennis. Plus 12 stall, 3,000 sq. ft barn w/ loft, granite heated bridge, top of the line security system & fields make this home spectacular!

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Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 11, 2023 •

MLS# 72823513 —

The Building

Year Built:

1990
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Door Features:

French Doors
Window Features:

Insulated Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Security Features:

Security System
Building Area Total:

8029
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

16
Interior Features:

Dining Area
Living Room Features:

Skylight
Kitchen Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Dining Room Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

3
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Laundry Closet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

8029
Living Room Area:

806
Living Room Length:

26
Living Room Width:

31
Kitchen Area:

360
Kitchen Length:

24
Kitchen Width:

15
Dining Room Area:

280
Dining Room Length:

14
Dining Room Width:

20
Family Room Area:

493
Family Room Length:

17
Family Room Width:

29
Bedroom 2 Area:

364
Bedroom 3 Area:

315
Bedroom 2 Length:

28
Bedroom 2 Width:

13
Bedroom 3 Length:

21
Bedroom 3 Width:

15
Bedroom 4 Area:

416
Bedroom 4 Length:

26
Bedroom 4 Width:

16
Bedroom 5 Area:

416
Bedroom 5 Length:

26
Bedroom 5 Width:

16
Master Bedroom Area:

594
Master Bedroom Length:

27
Master Bedroom Width:

22

Location

Directions:

Located between High Rock and Charles River/South Street. Near the Needham Pool & Racket Club.
Latitude:

42.27279
Longitude:

-71.26315

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:212.0 B:0013 L:0000.0,146079
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Easements
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

7
Lot Size SqFt:

304920
Lot Size Acres:

7
Zoning:

SRA
View:

Scenic View(s)
View:

true
Frontage Length:

283.00
Fencing:

Fenced/Enclosed
Horse:

true
Horse Amenities:

Paddocks
Other Structures:

Barn/Stable
Water View:

No
Exclusions:

Dining Room Chandelier. Pool Table, Televisions And Some Furniture Negotiable.
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Stream
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Annual Amount:

33278.86
Tax Assessed Value:

2505900

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Features:

Bathroom - Full
Bedroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full
Bedroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full
Bedroom 4 Features:

Bathroom - Full
Bedroom 5 Features:

Bathroom - Full

Baths

Total Baths:

6.5
Total Baths:

7
Full Baths:

6
Half Baths:

1
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.5
Compensation Based on:

Gross/Full Sale Price
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Baseboard
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Generator
Sewer:

Private Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat

Appliances

Appliances:

Range,Dishwasher,Trash Compactor,Microwave,Indoor Grill,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Wine Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer,Vacuum System,Range Hood, Wine Cooler, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range

Schools

Elementary School:

Newman
Middle Or Junior School:

Pollard
High School:

Needham

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Sunny Hill Horse Farm
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

3
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

30
Parking Features:

Attached
Covered Spaces:

3

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Utility Costs

$501/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/31/21 Aug 31, 2021	Sold	MLSPIN	$2,715,125

House Sold on 8/31/2021

$2,715,125

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1516 Central Avenue

Needham, MA 02492