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Listing broker remarks

Two a adjoining building lots. Welcome to 764 Central Avenue in the desirable Sunita Williams School neighborhood! Set near Volante Farms, this distinctive property offers an exceptional opportunity to renovate, expand or explore new construction on an approximately 45,942 sq. ft. lot. The gently rolling grounds feature a picturesque ornamental pond, traditionally enjoyed for winter ice skating, creating a unique setting rarely found this close to Needham Center. The sun-filled Cape-style residence offers approximately 1,705 sq. ft. of living space, including five bedrooms, two full baths and a comfortable living room. Renovate and personalize the existing home, undertake a substantial expansion, or investigate the property's new-construction potential, subject to all applicable approvals and buyer due diligence. An additional opportunity: An abutting approximately 10,209 sq. ft. lot with an existing New England timber frame barn is also available for purchase separately ($1,000,000), providing buyers the opportunity to assemble approximately 56,151 sq. ft. of contiguous land. Buyers interested in additional land, privacy, recreational space or development potential should inquire for details. Enjoy convenient access to Sunita Williams Elementary School, athletic fields, playgrounds and Volante Farms. Needham Center and Needham Heights commuter-rail stations are nearby, along with Needham's restaurants, shops, recreational facilities and active cultural community. And yes, there is a Trader Joe's! A distinctive property with abundant land and possibilities in one of Needham's most convenient neighborhoods. Property is being sold “as is.” Buyers and their representatives are responsible for independently verifying all information and performing their own due diligence regarding zoning, wetlands, utilities, permits, buildability and development potential.— Keller Williams Realty

Key details

  • 1,705 sq ft
  • 1.06 acres
  • 5 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1864 built
  • $879 / sq ft
  • $10,989 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠1⁠6⁠7⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
764 Central Ave
Town
Needham, MA
ZIP
02492
Deed (Bk/Pg)
876 / 161

Map

Neighborhood: Sunital Williams Elementary

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.