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$1,946,141$1,515 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,100,000 on Nov 30, 2006

40 WALNUT ST

NEEDHAM, MA 02492
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,285 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.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.8M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,100,000 · Nov 30, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,536 (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.$1,748,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$718,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,029,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,737,075

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
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(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
Newman Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Needham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 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

40 Walnut 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 92% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Norfolk County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Needham 02492
  • Newer than 92% 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
$608K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 67% 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$1,946,141
CheaperTypical $1,585,889Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1515
CheaperTypical $1222Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,285 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 40 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNeedham 02492Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,946,14167% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$151581% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,285 ft²40% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac21% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than200682% of homes92% of homes

About 40 Walnut St

How much is 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA is $1,946,141 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,831,849 to $2,060,433. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA last sell?

40 Walnut St, Needham, MA last sold on Nov 30, 2006 for $1,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA?

40 Walnut St, Needham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,285 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA built?

40 Walnut St, Needham, MA was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA?

40 Walnut St, 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 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA compare to other homes in Needham 02492?

Among the 6,598 homes in Needham 02492, it is worth more than 67% of them ($1,946,141 against a typical $1,585,889), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($1515 against a typical $1222), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,285 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2006 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 92% 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 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Walnut St, Needham, MA was $18,536. The county assessed it at $1,748,700.

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