Needham, MA The Carpet Workroom & Reclamation Center     The Carpet Workroom & Reclamation Center   Welcome to The Carpet Workroom   They are the Lovetere family, and they are the most skilled carpet and rug professionals in the Greater Boston area. For years, they have offered their installation and fabrication services to retail showrooms, but that all changed 3 years ago when Channel 5's Chronicle featured them on a segment. From there, they have been able to build our own retail store that is the first of its kind. We are the only operating carpet workroom/showroom in New England. They do all  their own work so they approach it with a zealous pride you won't find anywhere else.   Their Workroom, is located just off rte 128 in Needham is home to a large fabrication table fit with bi... 11/02/2011

                                                              Needham, MA Real Estate Market Report October 2011   In October of 2011 there were 14 homes that closed within the month for Needham, MA.   There were 14 homes that closed in October of 2010.   No change in sales from 2010 to 2011 in October.   The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for October 2011 was $988,171    The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for October of 2010 was $759,757    The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for October of 2011 was $901,536   The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for October of 2010 was $710,414    The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Needham in October of 2011 was 131 days.    The Average M... 11/01/2011

Needham300 Needham's Petit Robert Bistro Special Menu  This special menu has been created in honor of Needham, Ma Needham300 celebration and it will be available from November 3rd to November 10th This is an absolutely marvelous restaurant and it is practically across the street from the Needham Town Hall.  You can recognize it by the Eiffel Tower out in front.  Come celebrate  Joyeu Anniversaire, Needham!                                                       The menu will run from November 3rd to the 10th Joyeux Anniversaire, Needham! Celebrating 300 Years                                              Prix Fixe 45. Lucian Albrecht Sparkling Brute Rosé                  Hors D’oeuvres Please choose one                                                                Soupe à l’Onion Gratinée... 11/01/2011

Needham, MA Norfolk County, Real Estate Market Snapshot 10/23/11 These are the total sold listings stats for the past month Single Family Listings: 16 Average List Price: $890,174 Average Sale Price: $858,886 Average Market Time: 128.25 4 Single Family Homes sold between $1,260,000 and $2,250,000 Current Needham Properties  on Market Single Family Listings: 162 Average List Price: $1,060,907 Average Market Time: 138.76 Highest Priced Listing in Needham At the Time $3,750,000 Offered by Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. - Weston - Boston Post Rd   MLS 71298161(781) 894-8282      10/25/2011

NEEDHAM ROTARY CLUB'S ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST Event 11/5 This event is always a big hit.  The breakfast hours are from 7 AM until 1 PM Soon after that the Needham 300 celebrations begin. Pancake Breakfast to be held atNEEDHAM HIGH SCHOOL Come Hungry. Bring you children and grandchildren for the fun. 10/19/2011

 Don’t miss   NEEDHAM’s Party OfThe Century     Needham 300 Tercentennial Gala November 5, 2011 comecelebrate the foundingof Needham Heated tent with floor Decorative festive lightingLive 8 piece bandu Performingartists u Full cash bar birthday cake Gourmet hors d’oeuvres souvenir photos   Mini Gala u u u 5pm - 7pm at the Town Hall  $39 GrandGala u u u 8pm - 1am at the Town Hall & the Tent on Greene’s field$79     For Ticket orders visit Needham300.orgor pick upan order form at Town Hall, Needham Bank, Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms, Library or the Senior Center     10/18/2011

Needham's Harvest Fair & Souper Bowl  10/1/11 Oh, You can't miss this event.  The Souper Bowl is Amazing!  You get to vote for the best soup and it is really hard because they are all great.  It is going to a sunny day and the weather will be great for this event.                            courtesy of The Patch Date: Saturday, October 1, 2010 - 10 am to 3 pm at "NEEDHAM HIGH SCHOOL, MEMORIAL FIELD"  One of the best features of the event is the "Souper Bowl" under the tent.  It is a soup tasting of some of the restaurants in Needham along with a vote for the best tasting by the samplers and a select group of judges.  Then there will be a "People's Choice" award given to the purveyor of the best soup.  Generally there 8 to 14 soups to taste. This year is a change in venue - Needham High ... 09/30/2011

The Town Of Needham Massachusetts and the Needham 300 Committee Requests the honor of your presence for the     300th Anniversary of the incorporation       Of the Town on Saturday, November 5, 2011.   Begin your evening with a glass of bubbly and a viewing of the beautifully restored   James Hugh Powers Hall.   Then head to the  tent at Greene’s Field to kick up your heels and enjoy Hors     Ticket Information Tickets $79 per person 8PM – 1 AM Tickets $39 per person for Mini-Gala at Power Hall 5 – 7 PM ( for those who like to be home early) Saturday, October 1, Harvest Fair At Memorial park 10 AM – 3 PM Monday, October 3rd, Historical Society 6 – 9 PM Tuesday, October 4th, Historical Society 6 – 9 PM Saturday, October Historical Society 10 AM – 3 PM (or until they sell out) Needham Ter... 09/29/2011

Needham, MA Norfolk County, Real Estate Market Snapshot Average Days on Market is 156 Lowest List Price is $379,000 Highest List Price $3,100,000 Mediam List Price $899,000 Average List Price $1,046,761                                                              26 Single Family Homes Sold  - Average Price Sold: $854,286 in the last month There are 64 single family homes between $1,000,000 and $3,100,000 There are 40 single family homes between $1,000,000 and $1,499,999 The are 112 single family homes below $1,000,000 Highest concentration on the market between $500,000 and $800,000 09/27/2011

Needham, MA Norfolk County, Real Estate Market Snapshot Total Single Family Homes on the market in Needham, MA 149 Average Days on Market is 139 Lowest List Price is $379,000 Highest List Price $3,100,000 Mediam List Price $879,000 Average List Price 1,026,619 Market Volume  $152,966,198 There are 55 single family homes between $1,000,000 and $3,100,000 There are 34 single family homes between $1,000,000 and $1,499,999 The are 94 single family homes below $1,000,000 Highest concentration on the market between $500,000 and $600,000 09/21/2011

Needham After Mean Irene http://needham.patch.com/articles/what-does-needham-look-like-in-irenes-wake-video#video-7536250 These videos are on the Needham Patch see link above. from Greg Conlan flv_url=http://o2.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/patch/29ecff63c3d157dd8ab3d7eb8b313924 08/29/2011

Pat Baker | Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage | (617) 435-3471 105 Chestnut St. Unit #37, Needham, MA Professional office condo includes 3 divided offices Office offered at $160,000 Year Built 1984 Sq Footage 695 Floors 3 Parking Uncovered spaces Lot Size Unspecified Maint $281 per month DESCRIPTION Professional office condo close to the center of Needham. Across from the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital/Needham Campus. 695 square feet, 3rd floor, 3 divided offices, built-in units, wired for computers and cable ready, association fee $281 a month. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Windows Replaced 4 years ago, lighting fixtures replaced in 2006, 1 assigned parking spot, - building resided, baths redone, wired for computers, cable ready, carpet changed in 2006. LOCATION ... 08/28/2011

Wellesley, MA Norfolk County  Market Snapshot 828/11 There are 155 Single Family Homes on the market today in Wellesley, MA. The average days on market is 155 44 single family homes sold in the past month @96% is asking price. Anticipating a very strong fall real estate in Wellesley, MA Lowest Price  $435,000 Highest Price $6,900.000 Median Price $1,349,000 Average price $1,760,580 Once the children are back to school the fall market will heat up more in beautiful Wellesley, MA 08/28/2011

Needham, MA Norfolk Market Snapshot 8/28/11 There are 142 Single Family Homes on the market in Needham, MA today. The average days on market is 146. 39 single family homes sold in the past month @98% is asking price. Anticipating a very strong fall real estate in Needham, MA Lowest Price  $319,000 Highest Price $ 3,100,000 Median Price $899,400 Average price $1,056,472 08/28/2011

Needham's Brand New Farmstand and More Volante Farms "Voted Best of Boston http://www.volantefarms.com  http://volantefarms.wordpress.com/ Ok Lucky me.  I live .25 miles away.  I can walk there and it is wonderful but it is about to get more wonderful.  Over the course of this year, the fabulous farmstand will be transformed to bring us more of our faborite homegrown flowers and vegetables, the corn is the best "in the world," along with some exciting new additions: Full Service Deli and Sandwich Shop Farm-fresh salads Bakery Hand-scooped ice Cream Indoor and Outdoor Seating Open all year round! They are hosting many great events throughtout the construction process too.  For other exciting annoucesments join their email list by sending them an email at info@volantefarms.com   Checkout ... 08/26/2011

Needham Bowlaway  Is Back & Better Needham has it's Bowlaway back.  It has the cosmic touch.  The kids love it and it is another option for a birthday party.  My grandkids love it.  So glad that the owners bought the Needham Bowlaway which started in 1917. Watch video below from NECN: http://www.necn.com/08/11/11/Gregs-List-Needham-Bowlaway/landing_newengland.html?blockID=547916&feedID=4206  Pictures by owner.                                         Needham Bowlaway    16 Chestnut Street, Needham, MA 02492-2502(781) 444-9614  Hours: Tue-Thu, Sun 10 am - 7 pm Fri-Sat 10 am - 10 pm   I have called on Monday and it it is raining they are even open on Monday. It is nice to have a bowling alley so close to home that the children love. 08/20/2011

Needham Bowlaway Made It To NECN's Greg's List Let me tell you that my grandson absolutely loves Needham Bowlaway and I am so glad that they are in business.    Before the summer ends you just have just got to go to the Needham Bowlaway.  It is under new management and the story is right here on this video from NECN's very Greg.  This bowlaway started in 1917.  That was not a na easy time to be starting a business.  Have some fun and break away from it all for a bowling game.  Take your children or grandchildren. I remember being on a bowling team and it was a blast then way back in 1972 and 1973.  Such fun.  Come and see Watch this at NECN 08/15/2011

In July of 2011 there were 31 homes that closed within the month for Needham, MA. this was a increase of  5 units as there were  26 homes that closed in July of 2010. So there were more units sold and the homes sold for more in July 2011 as compared to July 2010.  Notice the list price was lower than last year in July 2011.  Pricing is key in marketing a home but then it always is. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for July 2011 was $883,303 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for July of 2010 was $894,269 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for July of 2011 was $861,073 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for July of 2010 was $849,412 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in N... 08/07/2011

Needham, Norfolk County, MA Needham 300 Hosts Golf Tournament Monday, August 29th Needham Golf Club Needham 300 host a golf tournament $110 per person or come for dinner $50 pre-register Golfers arrive at 11 am register up to 80 people  www.needham300.org Even if you don't play golf come for dinner.  the food is superb and the new club is fun and the ambiance is great too.  Not to mention the great Needham people who will be there. This is the year not to miss one Needham 300 event if at all possible.  We only have a little while before the big Gala.  Stay tuned for details for that and mark your calendars. Stay tuned for block party info or checkout a previous post. 08/07/2011

Needham, MA Condo Sales In the Last 6 Months The condo market in Needham has picked up lately as in other areas.  This is the most current 6 months of sales in all price ranges.  It is a great way to get into the real estate market and build some equity then buy a home in 5 years. Condo buyers in my career have been able to do this and it has worked out so well for them.  You can also have nice place to come if you want to spend half the year in a warmer climate.   27 Listin27 Listings Sold    Condominium Sold Listings  MLS # Status Address Town   Rms   Br   Bth   Style   Garage Sale Date DOM   Sale Price 71176503 SLD 1212 Greendale Ave U:331 Needham, MA 4 1 1/0 Garden 0 -- 6/7/2011  83 $166,000 71126100 SLD 1202 Greendale Avenue U:135 Needham, MA 4 1 1/0 Low-Rise 0 Deeded 4/2/2011  514... 08/01/2011