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$1,379,526$1,608 / 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 93How 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 $665,000 on Jun 11, 2013

259 ROSEMARY ST

NEEDHAM HEIGHTS, MA 02494
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
858 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$665,000 · Jun 11, 2013
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.$837,126
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$669,701
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.43%
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.$542,400
EASTERN BANK · R · recorded Sep 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,289 (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.$1,159,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$741,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$417,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,328,670

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.Colonial
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.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(9)

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.

H
Needham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Sunita L. Williams Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Needham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02494These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.2%
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.9,968
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,614 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$161,988
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,494
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

259 Rosemary 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 85% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Needham Heights 02494

What homes are worth in Needham Heights 02494

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

This home
$498K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Needham Heights 02494.

How it measures up in Needham Heights 02494

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Needham Heights 02494.

Estimated value$1,379,526
CheaperTypical $1,273,820Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1608
CheaperTypical $1112Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area858 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 259 Rosemary St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham Heights 02494Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,379,52660% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$160890% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than858 ft²17% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac31% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than197162% of homes64% of homes

About 259 Rosemary St

How much is 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA is $1,379,526 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,288,952 to $1,470,100. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA last sell?

259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA last sold on Jun 11, 2013 for $665,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA?

259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 858 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA built?

259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA?

259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA is assigned to Needham High School (high), rated A; Sunita L. Williams Elementary School (elementary), 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 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA compare to other homes in Needham Heights 02494?

Among the 3,036 homes in Needham Heights 02494, it is worth more than 60% of them ($1,379,526 against a typical $1,273,820), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($1608 against a typical $1112), it is bigger than 17% of them (858 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1971 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 85% 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 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Rosemary St, Needham Heights, MA was $12,289. The county assessed it at $1,159,300.

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