178 South St, Needham MA 02492

Needham, MA 02492

$1.9M

5 BD · 4 BA · 5,232 sf · 1.25 ac · Built 1776

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The residence

CHARLES RIVER WATERFRONT! Have you ever dreamed of living on the banks of the Charles River? Kayak, canoe, paddleboard or fish right from your own backyard! Set on 1.25 acres of picturesque, pastoral land, this historic residence offers a rare combination of waterfront living, architectural character and extraordinary potential. Rich in period detail, the home features wide-plank wood floors, original wainscoting and six wood-burning fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen includes a walk-in refrigerator and premium Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Ideal for multigenerational living, the home offers four second-floor bedrooms, two staircases, second-floor laundry and an elevator serving the driveway, first and second floors. A flagstone terrace overlooks the expansive grounds and scenic Charles River. Additional amenities include a detached four-car garage and a separate, air-conditioned 840 SF artist's studio with kitchen and full bath. Convenient to St. Sebastian's School and Noble and Greenough School. HISTORIC DISTRICT: . PROPERTY IS VACANT. PHOTOGRAPHS ARE VIRTUALLY STAGED. OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 11 AM–2 PM.The property is registered with the National Register of Historic Places. At the October 19, 2026 the Needham Special Town Meeting approved Article 10 of the Warrant in which the Zirngiebel-Wyeth House (Joshua Lewis House) Local Historic District was created and the district covers only 178 South Street. Under Massachusetts law, within thirty days of the adjournment of the Special Town Meeting, the Town Clerk must submit the adopted and/or amended general bylaws to the Massachusetts’ Attorney General’s office for review and approval within 90 days that the amendment is consistent with the state constitution and laws. Buyers should be aware that the process of adoption is ongoing and Buyers are encouraged to review the Warrant, the amendment to the General Bylaws, and the consequences of the amendment to the General Bylaws with their attorney. The Seller does not make any representations, warranties, or opinions as to the designation of the property as a historic district, any anticipated work contemplated by a buyer or potential buyer, or if such work would comply with the General Bylaws, the Zoning Bylaws or any other applicable laws, rules or regulations.

At a glance

Property type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Year built: 1776
Lot size: 1.25 acres
Living area: 5,232 sf
MLS#: f93b41f3be33546b39d4021b8073fd6f
Beds · Baths: 5 · 4

Location

Needham, MA.

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Estimated Monthly Payment+

$9K/mo

Approximate · principal & interest only

Down payment · 25%Interest rate · 6.75%Term · 30 years

Display Currency

$1.9M

Indicative conversion — settlement always in USD.

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Listings updated Nov 11, 2026

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