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$1,020,939$930 / 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 71How 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 $403,734 on Apr 5, 2002

17 CHARLES RIVER TER

NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MA 02461
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,098 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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.

Valuation

$1M
$730K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$403,734 · Apr 5, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,923 (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.$706,400 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$901,170

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.33 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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(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.

E
Countryside Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Charles E. Brown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 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

17 Charles River Ter 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 86% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 86% 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
$737K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 14% 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$1,020,939
CheaperTypical $1,487,796Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$930
CheaperTypical $729Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,098 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,088 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 17 Charles River Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton Highlands 02461Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,020,93914% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$93089% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,098 ft²7% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac45% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than197186% of homes65% of homes

About 17 Charles River Ter

How much is 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA is $1,020,939 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $729,665 to $1,312,213. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA last sell?

17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA last sold on Apr 5, 2002 for $403,734, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA?

17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,098 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA built?

17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA?

17 Charles River Ter, 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 17 Charles River Ter, 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 14% of them ($1,020,939 against a typical $1,487,796), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($930 against a typical $729), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,098 ft² against a typical 2,088 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1971 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 71% 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 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Charles River Ter, Newton Highlands, MA was $6,923. The county assessed it at $706,400.

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