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$726,578$573 / 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 96How 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

170 PALMER ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,268 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.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$727K
$699K low$754K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,698 (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.$534,000 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$529,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$513,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$538,844

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
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.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

E
Thompson Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Arlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02474These 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.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.28,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,757 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,066
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,393
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

170 Palmer 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 82% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Older than 72% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Arlington 02474

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

This home
$337K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Arlington 02474.

How it measures up in Arlington 02474

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02474.

Estimated value$726,578
CheaperTypical $1,017,264Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$573
CheaperTypical $580Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 170 Palmer St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$726,57818% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57347% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,268 ft²20% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than192536% of homes28% of homes

About 170 Palmer St

How much is 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA is $726,578 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $699,139 to $754,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA last sell?

170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA?

170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,268 square feet of living space.

When was 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA built?

170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA?

170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA is assigned to Thompson Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Arlington High School (high), rated A+; Ottoson Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Arlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 18% of them ($726,578 against a typical $1,017,264), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($573 against a typical $580), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,268 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²) and it is newer than 36% of them (1925 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 44% 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 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 170 Palmer St, Arlington, MA was $5,698. The county assessed it at $534,000.

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