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$922,987$733 / 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 89How 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 $715,000 on Oct 30, 2020

159 CHRISTINA ST

NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MA 02461
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,260 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$923K
$819K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Oct 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,466 (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.$770,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$770,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$809,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$928,815

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.22 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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(7)

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
Countryside Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Charles E. Brown Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Newton South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02461These 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.87
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 100.70

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,729 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,592
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$235,614
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

159 Christina 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 90% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461

What homes are worth in Newton Highlands 02461

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

This home
$624K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461.

How it measures up in Newton Highlands 02461

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton Highlands 02461.

Estimated value$922,987
CheaperTypical $1,467,705Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$733
CheaperTypical $716Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,089 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 159 Christina St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton Highlands 02461Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$922,98710% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$73355% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²10% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac9% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195580% of homes47% of homes

About 159 Christina St

How much is 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA is $922,987 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $818,850 to $1,027,124. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA last sell?

159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA last sold on Oct 30, 2020 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA?

159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA built?

159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA?

159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA is assigned to Countryside Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Charles E. Brown Middle School (middle), rated A+; Newton South 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 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA compare to other homes in Newton Highlands 02461?

Among the 2,267 homes in Newton Highlands 02461, it is worth more than 10% of them ($922,987 against a typical $1,467,705), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($733 against a typical $716), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 2,089 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1955 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 65% 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 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Christina St, Newton Highlands, MA was $7,466. The county assessed it at $770,500.

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