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$632,207$610 / 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 $553,796 on Jul 12, 2024

159 BEECH ST

BELMONT, MA 02478
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,036 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$632K
$592K low$673K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$553,796 · Jul 12, 2024
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.$106,101
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$84,881
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.84%
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.$526,106
GUILD MORTGAGE CO · P · recorded Jul 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,811 (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.$598,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$598,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$529,910

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.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.2003
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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

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
Daniel ButlerA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.3 mi
M
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 4–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Belmont High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Belmont School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02478These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.27,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$162,650
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$213,185
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%

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

159 Beech 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 less than 97% of homes in Belmont 02478
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Belmont 02478
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Belmont 02478
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Belmont 02478
  • Older than 86% of homes in Belmont 02478

What homes are worth in Belmont 02478

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

This home
$611K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Belmont 02478.

How it measures up in Belmont 02478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belmont 02478.

Estimated value$632,207
CheaperTypical $1,485,657Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$610
CheaperTypical $747Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,036 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,112 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 159 Beech St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmont 02478Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$632,2073% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61017% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,036 ft²4% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac11% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than191314% of homes20% of homes

About 159 Beech St

How much is 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA is $632,207 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $591,520 to $672,894. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA last sell?

159 Beech St, Belmont, MA last sold on Jul 12, 2024 for $553,796, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA?

159 Beech St, Belmont, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,036 square feet of living space.

When was 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA built?

159 Beech St, Belmont, MA was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA?

159 Beech St, Belmont, MA is assigned to Daniel Butler (elementary), rated A+; Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School (middle), rated A-; Belmont High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Belmont School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA compare to other homes in Belmont 02478?

Among the 7,995 homes in Belmont 02478, it is worth more than 3% of them ($632,207 against a typical $1,485,657), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($610 against a typical $747), it is bigger than 4% of them (1,036 ft² against a typical 2,112 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1913 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 29% 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 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Beech St, Belmont, MA was $6,811. The county assessed it at $598,000.

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