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$3,191,242$989 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $449,500 on Feb 14, 1990

161 FOREST AVE

WEST NEWTON, MA 02465
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,227 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$3.2M
$2.8M low$3.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$449,500 · Feb 14, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,251 (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.$2,372,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,425,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$946,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,496,855

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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
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.Slate
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Peirce Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02465These 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.59
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 100.74

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.97%
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.4.6%
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.13,311
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,877 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,293
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$229,449
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

161 Forest 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Newtonville

What homes are worth in West Newton 02465

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

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$664K$5.5M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in West Newton 02465.

How it measures up in West Newton 02465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Newton 02465.

Estimated value$3,191,242
CheaperTypical $1,348,309Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$989
CheaperTypical $698Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area3,227 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,144 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 161 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtonvilleWest Newton 02465Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,191,24291% of homes88% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$98995% of homes93% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than3,227 ft²77% of homes79% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac86% of homes90% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than194075% of homes67% of homes36% of homes

About 161 Forest Ave

How much is 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA is $3,191,242 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,837,788 to $3,544,696. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA last sell?

161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA last sold on Feb 14, 1990 for $449,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA?

161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,227 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA built?

161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA?

161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA is assigned to Newton North High School (high), rated A+; Peirce Elementary School (elementary), rated A; F. A. Day Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA compare to other homes in West Newton 02465?

Among the 3,799 homes in West Newton 02465, it is worth more than 88% of them ($3,191,242 against a typical $1,348,309), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($989 against a typical $698), it is bigger than 79% of them (3,227 ft² against a typical 2,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1940 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than almost all 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 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Forest Ave, West Newton, MA was $23,251. The county assessed it at $2,372,600.

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