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$1,317,616$636 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $678,400 on Sep 8, 2015

238 FOREST ST

NEEDHAM, MA 02492
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,071 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$678,400 · Sep 8, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$613,116
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$490,493
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.57%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$560,000
SANTANDER BK NA · 2% 1 · recorded Jul 22, 2016
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$144,500
DIRECT CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,747 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,108,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$738,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,438,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyNORFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(11)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sunita L. Williams Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Needham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Needham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02492These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.31
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,748
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$195,262
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$248,118
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

238 Forest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Needham 02492
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Needham 02492
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Needham 02492

What homes are worth in Needham 02492

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$580K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Needham 02492.

How it measures up in Needham 02492

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Needham 02492.

Estimated value$1,317,616
CheaperTypical $1,559,043Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$636
CheaperTypical $1199Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,071 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,406 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 238 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham 02492Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,317,61630% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6362% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,071 ft²87% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac69% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195037% of homes38% of homes

About 238 Forest St

How much is 238 Forest St, Needham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Forest St, Needham, MA is $1,317,616 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,245,510 to $1,389,722. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Forest St, Needham, MA last sell?

238 Forest St, Needham, MA last sold on Sep 8, 2015 for $678,400, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 238 Forest St, Needham, MA?

238 Forest St, Needham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,071 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 238 Forest St, Needham, MA built?

238 Forest St, Needham, MA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 238 Forest St, Needham, MA?

238 Forest St, Needham, MA is assigned to Sunita L. Williams Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Needham High School (high), rated A; Pollard Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Needham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Forest St, Needham, MA compare to other homes in Needham 02492?

Among the 6,598 homes in Needham 02492, it is worth more than 30% of them ($1,317,616 against a typical $1,559,043), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($636 against a typical $1199), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,071 ft² against a typical 1,406 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1950 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 84% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 238 Forest St, Needham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 Forest St, Needham, MA was $11,747. The county assessed it at $1,108,200.

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