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$1,701,202$609 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,700,000 on Sep 8, 2023

148 CHURCH ST

NEWTON, MA 02458
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,795 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.
0.26 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.
3
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,700,000 · Sep 8, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,173 (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.$1,669,000 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,669,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,589,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,760,635

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.9 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Victorian
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(12)

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.

E
Underwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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

148 Church 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Newton 02458
  • Older than 93% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Newton 02458

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$457K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Newton 02458.

How it measures up in Newton 02458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.

Estimated value$1,701,202
CheaperTypical $1,296,937Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$609
CheaperTypical $653Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,795 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,242 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 148 Church St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton CornerNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,701,20258% of homes70% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60933% of homes37% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,795 ft²63% of homes70% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac64% of homes70% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than189020% of homes25% of homes7% of homes

About 148 Church St

How much is 148 Church St, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 148 Church St, Newton, MA is $1,701,202 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,644,701 to $1,757,703. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 148 Church St, Newton, MA last sell?

148 Church St, Newton, MA last sold on Sep 8, 2023 for $1,700,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 148 Church St, Newton, MA?

148 Church St, Newton, MA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,795 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 148 Church St, Newton, MA built?

148 Church St, Newton, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 148 Church St, Newton, MA?

148 Church St, Newton, MA is assigned to Underwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; 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 148 Church St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 70% of them ($1,701,202 against a typical $1,296,937), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($609 against a typical $653), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,795 ft² against a typical 2,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 92% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 148 Church St, Newton, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 148 Church St, Newton, MA was $16,173. The county assessed it at $1,669,000.

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