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$1,244,702$579 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $175,900 on Mar 16, 1993

178 MYSTIC ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,148 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.2M 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.$175,900 · Mar 16, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,657 (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.$1,082,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$470,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$612,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,616,045

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Hot Water
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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
John A. Bishop Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 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

178 Mystic 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 more than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 70% 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
$331K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 74% 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$1,244,702
CheaperTypical $1,016,969Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$579
CheaperTypical $586Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area2,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,974 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 178 Mystic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,244,70274% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57947% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,148 ft²58% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac51% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192844% of homes30% of homes

About 178 Mystic St

How much is 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA is $1,244,702 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,167,520 to $1,321,884. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA last sell?

178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA last sold on Mar 16, 1993 for $175,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA?

178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,148 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA built?

178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA?

178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA is assigned to John A. Bishop 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 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 74% of them ($1,244,702 against a typical $1,016,969), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($579 against a typical $586), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,148 ft² against a typical 1,974 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1928 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 82% 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 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Mystic St, Arlington, MA was $11,657. The county assessed it at $1,082,400.

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