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$638,406$454 / 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 91How 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 $203,800 on Jun 28, 1999

161 CHESTNUT ST

WALTHAM, MA 02453
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,406 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.
2,304 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
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.

Valuation

$638K
$582K low$695K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$203,800 · Jun 28, 1999
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.$486,406
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$389,125
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.24%
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.$152,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA · R · recorded Mar 1, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,231 (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.$532,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$293,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$740,715

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Henry Whittemore Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02453These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
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.6.8%
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.32,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,464 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,606
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.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

161 Chestnut 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 80% of homes in Waltham 02453
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Southside
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Waltham 02453
  • Among the smallest lots in Waltham 02453
  • Older than 80% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Waltham 02453

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

This home
$366K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Waltham 02453.

How it measures up in Waltham 02453

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02453.

Estimated value$638,406
CheaperTypical $800,151Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$454
CheaperTypical $503Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,406 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size2,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 161 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthsideWaltham 02453Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$638,40637% of homes20% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45433% of homes34% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,406 ft²31% of homes28% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,304 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than191062% of homes35% of homes20% of homes

About 161 Chestnut St

How much is 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA is $638,406 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $582,240 to $694,572. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA last sell?

161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA last sold on Jun 28, 1999 for $203,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA?

161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,406 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA built?

161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA?

161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Henry Whittemore Elementary School (elementary), rated B; John W. McDevitt Middle School (middle), rated B; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated C. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02453?

Among the 6,296 homes in Waltham 02453, it is worth more than 20% of them ($638,406 against a typical $800,151), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($454 against a typical $503), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,406 ft² against a typical 1,875 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,304 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1910 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 30% 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 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Chestnut St, Waltham, MA was $5,231. The county assessed it at $532,700.

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