Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $820,000 on Jan 10, 2017
189 WALTHAM ST
WEST NEWTON, MA 02465
6
Beds
2
Baths
2,136 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$820,000 · Jan 10, 2017
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,301 (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.$1,063,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$739,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,012,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,156,913
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.29 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.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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, Detached
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(4)
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.
EMH
Franklin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
District: Newton School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02465These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74
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.97%
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.4.6%
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.13,311
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,877 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,293
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$229,449
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
189 Waltham 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.
- Older than 67% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in West Newton 02465
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Newton 02465.
Living area2,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,156 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 50% of homes nearby
Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger
Bigger than 63% of homes nearby
Year built1930
OlderTypical 1930Newer
Newer than 56% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | West Newton 02465 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,136 ft² | 50% of homes | 62% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.24 ac | 63% of homes | 42% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1930 | 56% of homes | 33% of homes |
About 189 Waltham St
When did 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA last sell?
189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA last sold on Jan 10, 2017 for $820,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA?
189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,136 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.
When was 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA built?
189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA?
189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; F. A. Day 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 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA compare to other homes in West Newton 02465?
Among the 3,799 homes in West Newton 02465, it is bigger than 50% of them (2,136 ft² against a typical 2,156 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1930 against a typical 1930). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 189 Waltham St, West Newton, MA was $10,301. The county assessed it at $1,063,100.
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