Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
15 RIVERSIDE ST
NEEDHAM, MA 02494
6
Beds
3
Baths
952 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,502 (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.$896,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$664,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$232,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$598,900
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
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.0.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
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.
EHM
John EliotA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
Needham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
Pollard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 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%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
15 Riverside 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.
- Smaller than 90% of homes in Norfolk County
- Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Needham Heights 02494
- Older than 88% 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.
Living area952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,242 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 25% of homes nearby
Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger
Bigger than 4% of homes nearby
Year built1925
OlderTypical 1960Newer
Newer than 12% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Needham Heights 02494 | Norfolk County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 952 ft² | 25% of homes | 10% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.15 ac | 4% of homes | 15% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1925 | 12% of homes | 21% of homes |
About 15 Riverside St
How big is 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA?
15 Riverside St, Needham, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 952 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.
When was 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA built?
15 Riverside St, Needham, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA?
15 Riverside St, Needham, MA is assigned to John Eliot (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 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA compare to other homes in Needham Heights 02494?
Among the 3,036 homes in Needham Heights 02494, it is bigger than 25% of them (952 ft² against a typical 1,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1925 against a typical 1960). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 15 Riverside St, Needham, MA was $9,502. The county assessed it at $896,400.
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