Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $835,000 on Jan 6, 2016
12 MIDDLE ST
NEWTON, MA 02458
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,580 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$835,000 · Jan 6, 2016
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,108 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,146,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$742,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$403,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,091,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,352,071
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
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.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck
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.
EMH
Lincoln-Eliot Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
District: Newton School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02458These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.14,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,633
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.58%
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How this home compares
12 Middle 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.
- Bigger than 77% of homes in Nonantum
- Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Nonantum
- Older than 93% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in Newton 02458
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.
Living area2,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,257 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 62% of homes nearby
Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than 75% of homes nearby
Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 25% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Nonantum | Newton 02458 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,580 ft² | 77% of homes | 62% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.29 ac | 84% of homes | 75% of homes | 48% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1890 | 23% of homes | 25% of homes | 7% of homes |
About 12 Middle St
When did 12 Middle St, Newton, MA last sell?
12 Middle St, Newton, MA last sold on Jan 6, 2016 for $835,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 12 Middle St, Newton, MA?
12 Middle St, Newton, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,580 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.
When was 12 Middle St, Newton, MA built?
12 Middle St, Newton, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 12 Middle St, Newton, MA?
12 Middle St, Newton, MA is assigned to Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Bigelow Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton North High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 12 Middle St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?
Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is bigger than 62% of them (2,580 ft² against a typical 2,257 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 12 Middle St, Newton, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 12 Middle St, Newton, MA was $11,108. The county assessed it at $1,146,300.
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