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$867,163$710 / 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 90How 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 $366,125 on Feb 27, 2004

187 FOREST ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,221 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$867K
$777K low$957K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$366,125 · Feb 27, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,555 (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.$794,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$466,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$328,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$775,580

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.0.11
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

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
Peirce Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

187 Forest 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 74% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Arlington 02474

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
$373K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 26% 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$867,163
CheaperTypical $1,057,105Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$710
CheaperTypical $602Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 187 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$867,16326% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$71082% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,221 ft²18% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac23% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than18905% of homes7% of homes

About 187 Forest St

How much is 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA is $867,163 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $777,473 to $956,853. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sell?

187 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sold on Feb 27, 2004 for $366,125, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

187 Forest St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,221 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA built?

187 Forest St, Arlington, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

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

How does 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 26% of them ($867,163 against a typical $1,057,105), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($710 against a typical $602), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,221 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 59% 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 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 187 Forest St, Arlington, MA was $8,555. The county assessed it at $794,300.

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