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$962,453$1,079 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $419,500 on Jan 28, 2005

284 WEST ST

NEEDHAM HEIGHTS, MA 02494
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
892 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$962K
$838K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$419,500 · Jan 28, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,727 (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.$823,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$636,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$186,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$760,855

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.88 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
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.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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 · 0.7 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 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%

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How this home compares

284 West 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 less than 84% of homes in Needham Heights 02494
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Needham Heights 02494
  • Older than 96% 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
$441K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 16% 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$962,453
CheaperTypical $1,285,799Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1079
CheaperTypical $1126Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area892 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 284 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham Heights 02494Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$962,45316% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$107945% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than892 ft²20% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac4% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than18954% of homes6% of homes

About 284 West St

How much is 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA is $962,453 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $837,854 to $1,087,052. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA last sell?

284 West St, Needham Heights, MA last sold on Jan 28, 2005 for $419,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA?

284 West St, Needham Heights, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 892 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA built?

284 West St, Needham Heights, MA was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA?

284 West St, Needham Heights, 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 284 West 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 16% of them ($962,453 against a typical $1,285,799), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($1079 against a typical $1126), it is bigger than 20% of them (892 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1895 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 71% 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 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 284 West St, Needham Heights, MA was $8,727. The county assessed it at $823,300.

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