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$1,114,374$571 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $649,000 on Sep 30, 2013

157 FORBES RD

WESTWOOD, MA 02090
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,950 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$649,000 · Sep 30, 2013
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$659,374
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$527,499
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.38%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$455,000
DEDHAM INSTITUTION FOR SAVINGS · R · recorded Dec 11, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,042 (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.$1,018,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$519,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$499,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,018,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNorfolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

Transaction History(3)

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
Downey SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Westwood High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
E.W. Thurston Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Westwood School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02090These 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.46
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,882
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,504 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$181,840
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$206,489
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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.Owner occupied
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

157 Forbes Rd 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 78% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Westwood 02090

What homes are worth in Westwood 02090

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

This home
$629K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Westwood 02090.

How it measures up in Westwood 02090

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westwood 02090.

Estimated value$1,114,374
CheaperTypical $1,219,337Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$571
CheaperTypical $585Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,124 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 157 Forbes Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestwood 02090Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,114,37441% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57145% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,950 ft²44% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac44% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197772% of homes69% of homes

About 157 Forbes Rd

How much is 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA is $1,114,374 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,047,052 to $1,181,696. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA last sell?

157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA last sold on Sep 30, 2013 for $649,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA?

157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,950 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA built?

157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA?

157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA is assigned to Downey School (elementary), rated A; Westwood High School (high), rated A+; E.W. Thurston Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Westwood School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA compare to other homes in Westwood 02090?

Among the 4,822 homes in Westwood 02090, it is worth more than 41% of them ($1,114,374 against a typical $1,219,337), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($571 against a typical $585), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,950 ft² against a typical 2,124 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1977 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 78% 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 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 Forbes Rd, Westwood, MA was $13,042. The county assessed it at $1,018,900.

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