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$1,961,331$835 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $925,000 on Nov 1, 2018

17 PHILMORE RD

NEWTON, MA 02458
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,348 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2M
$1.6M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$925,000 · Nov 1, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,294 (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.$2,094,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,377,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$716,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,994,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,776,785

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.0.18
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.Asphalt
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, 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.

E
Ward Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02458These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.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.4.2%
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.14,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,633
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 Philmore 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.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Newton Corner

What homes are worth in Newton 02458

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

This home
$458K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Newton 02458.

How it measures up in Newton 02458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.

Estimated value$1,961,331
CheaperTypical $1,273,666Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$835
CheaperTypical $649Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,348 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,244 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 17 Philmore Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton CornerNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,961,33170% of homes78% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$83588% of homes89% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than2,348 ft²46% of homes54% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac36% of homes47% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than194175% of homes74% of homes36% of homes

About 17 Philmore Rd

How much is 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA is $1,961,331 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,576,810 to $2,345,852. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA last sell?

17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA last sold on Nov 1, 2018 for $925,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA?

17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,348 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA built?

17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA?

17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA is assigned to Ward Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Bigelow Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton North 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 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,961,331 against a typical $1,273,666), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($835 against a typical $649), it is bigger than 54% of them (2,348 ft² against a typical 2,244 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1941 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 94% 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 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17 Philmore Rd, Newton, MA was $20,294. The county assessed it at $2,094,300.

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