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$1,160,000
● House - Off Market

28 Mercer

Needham, MA 02494
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,944 Ft²
$2,011,724
RealtyHop Estimate
69.19%
Since May 1, 2016
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

This Second Empire antique colonial, sited on a private road in desirable Needham Heights neighborhood, complete rehab. The Alfred John Mercer House was designed and built by architect Otis E. Brown in 1871 on a gently sloping lot at what was then known as 336 Webster Street. It features a decorative shingled roof, five bedrooms, three and one half baths, expansive  rooms  w/10' ceilings, hardwood floors , detailed staircases,  porch, patio and a two car garage . Close to everything !   Complete remodel from the studs in and foundation  up... New windows ,roof, siding , gas  furnace /appliances , AC , open floor plan chef's kitchen , 3rd floor master suite/spa with custom walk in closet and spa like bath. Own a piece of History with all of the modern features of a new build!
Unit Size
3,944 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$301
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$539
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1941

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #71949065)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 19, 2026 Sold
Sold
Apr 18, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Mar 6, 2026 Listed by William Raveis R. E. & Home Services $1,898,000
Listed by William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Nestled on a private road in one of Needham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this stately Second Empire Victorian offers nearly 4,000 sq ft of elegant living space. Rich in historic character and thoughtfully refreshed for modern living. This move-in-ready home features bright, expansive living areas and a flexible layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy a private outdoor setting with deck and patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. A park just across the street provides green space and recreation right outside your door. Ideally located minutes from Needham Center, commuter rail, top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and major commuter routes.
Apr 8, 2016 Sold
Sold
Jan 15, 2016 Listed by Advise Realty $1,189,000
Listed by Advise Realty
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Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1941
  • Effective Year Built: 2005
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 23
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 11
  • Roof Cover Type: 6
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 2
  • Basement Area: 1,008
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,405
  • Total Building Area: 3,954
  • Gross Building Area: 4,962
  • Building Area: 3,954
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,954
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000170
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Needham School District
  • School Tax School District: NEEDHAM SD
  • Census Tract: 403501

Zoning

  • Zoning: SRB

Geography

  • Parcel: NEED M:068.0 B:0056 L:0000.0
  • Block: 56
  • Municipality: NEEDHAM
  • Latitude: 42.2958
  • Longitude: -71.2317

    Address

  • Full Address: 28 Mercer Rd
  • Address - House Number: 28
  • Address - Street Name: Mercer
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Needham Heights
  • Carrier Code: C045
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1613
  • Zip Code: 02494

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,703,800
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2023

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1695
  • Valuation Date: Jan 17, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 78
  • Final Value: 1,927,523
  • High Value: 2,254,276
  • Low Value: 1,600,769

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,306,600
  • Assessed Land Value: $534,100
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $772,500

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 08, 2016
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 31155
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jul 24, 2014
  • Previous Sale Amount: $560,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: UNK
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When was property at 28 Mercer Road built and last sold?
The property at 28 Mercer Road was built in 1941 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $1,160,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 28 Mercer Road is $1,849,655.
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