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$474,536$612 / 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 87How 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 $465,000 on May 7, 2025

16 ORCHARD AVE

WALTHAM, MA 02452
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
776 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.
3,051 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$475K
$415K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$465,000 · May 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,911 (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.$475,900 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$475,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$462,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$460,800

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
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

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
Waltham Sr High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Northeast Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02452These 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.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,230
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,328 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,986
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 Orchard Ave 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 87% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Waltham 02452
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest lots in Waltham 02452
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Bank Square

What homes are worth in Waltham 02452

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

This home
$370K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Waltham 02452.

How it measures up in Waltham 02452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02452.

Estimated value$474,536
CheaperTypical $829,919Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$612
CheaperTypical $471Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,899 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size3,051 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 16 Orchard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBank SquareWaltham 02452Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,53614% of homes14% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61280% of homes91% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than776 ft²9% of homes7% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,051 ft²5% of homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than198679% of homes66% of homes78% of homes

About 16 Orchard Ave

How much is 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA is $474,536 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $414,632 to $534,440. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA last sell?

16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA last sold on May 7, 2025 for $465,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA?

16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 776 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA built?

16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA?

16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA is assigned to Waltham Sr High School (high), rated D+; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated B; Northeast Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02452?

Among the 3,442 homes in Waltham 02452, it is worth more than 14% of them ($474,536 against a typical $829,919), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($612 against a typical $471), it is bigger than 7% of them (776 ft² against a typical 1,899 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,051 ft² against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1986 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 13% 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 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 16 Orchard Ave, Waltham, MA was $4,911. The county assessed it at $475,900.

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