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$1,807,620$1,322 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,600,000 on May 31, 2022

26 HIGHGATE ST

NEEDHAM, MA 02492
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,367 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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

$1.8M
$1.7M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,600,000 · May 31, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,171 (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.$1,525,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$805,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$719,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,882,995

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.Cape Cod
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.0.28
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(21)

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
BroadmeadowA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Needham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 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%

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How this home compares

26 Highgate 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 91% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Norfolk County

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
$552K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 65% 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$1,807,620
CheaperTypical $1,528,076Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1322
CheaperTypical $1167Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,367 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,403 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 26 Highgate St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham 02492Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,807,62065% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$132269% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,367 ft²47% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac57% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than196154% of homes54% of homes

About 26 Highgate St

How much is 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA is $1,807,620 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,710,699 to $1,904,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA last sell?

26 Highgate St, Needham, MA last sold on May 31, 2022 for $1,600,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 12 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA?

26 Highgate St, Needham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,367 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA built?

26 Highgate St, Needham, MA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA?

26 Highgate St, Needham, MA is assigned to Broadmeadow (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 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA compare to other homes in Needham 02492?

Among the 6,598 homes in Needham 02492, it is worth more than 65% of them ($1,807,620 against a typical $1,528,076), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($1322 against a typical $1167), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,367 ft² against a typical 1,403 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1961 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 91% 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 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Highgate St, Needham, MA was $16,171. The county assessed it at $1,525,600.

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