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$1,616,621$1,814 / 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 70How 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

321 CARTWRIGHT RD

NEEDHAM, MA 02494
4
Beds
2
Baths
891 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.
9.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
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.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.1M low$2.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,815 (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.$2,435,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,277,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,435,400

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.86 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.1 percent flood zone

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.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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.25
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Newman Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Needham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 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

321 Cartwright Rd 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 89% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the largest lots in Needham Heights 02494
  • Older than 97% 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 76% 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$1,616,621
CheaperTypical $1,285,555Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1814
CheaperTypical $1127Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area891 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size9.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 321 Cartwright Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham Heights 02494Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,616,62176% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$181497% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than891 ft²20% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.25 acalmost all homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than18853% of homes4% of homes

About 321 Cartwright Rd

How much is 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA is $1,616,621 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,130,128 to $2,103,114. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA last sell?

321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA last sold on Sep 13, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA?

321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 891 square feet of living space and a 9.25-acre lot.

When was 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA built?

321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA?

321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA is assigned to Newman 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 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA compare to other homes in Needham Heights 02494?

Among the 3,036 homes in Needham Heights 02494, it is worth more than 76% of them ($1,616,621 against a typical $1,285,555), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($1814 against a typical $1127), it is bigger than 20% of them (891 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (9.25 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1885 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 89% 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 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 321 Cartwright Rd, Needham, MA was $25,815. The county assessed it at $2,435,400.

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