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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $420,000 on Jan 6, 2004

16 ELWERN RD

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,744 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.
0.23 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$420,000 · Jan 6, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,091 (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.$1,039,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$604,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$434,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,003,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$945,707

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Ranch
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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(8)

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
Peirce Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Arlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02474These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.28,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,757 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,066
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,393
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

16 Elwern 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Arlington 02474

How it measures up in Arlington 02474

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02474.

Living area1,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 16 Elwern Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Living areabigger than1,744 ft²40% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac81% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than195570% of homes47% of homes

About 16 Elwern Rd

When did 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA last sell?

16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA last sold on Jan 6, 2004 for $420,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA?

16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,744 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA built?

16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA?

16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA is assigned to Peirce Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ottoson Middle School (middle), rated A+; Arlington High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Arlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is bigger than 40% of them (1,744 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1955 against a typical 1935). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 16 Elwern Rd, Arlington, MA was $11,091. The county assessed it at $1,039,500.

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