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$386,043$668 / 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 95How 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 $210,000 on Sep 25, 2006

197 CLIFTON ST APT 2

MALDEN, MA 02148
Building report
1
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
578 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.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$386K
$366K low$406K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Sep 25, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,067 (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.$359,300 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$359,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$359,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMiddlesex
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.Forced Air

Transaction History(2)

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
BeebeB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Malden High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Malden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02148These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.67,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,281 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,235
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

197 Clifton St Apt 2 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Upper Highlands
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Upper Highlands
  • Among the smallest homes in Upper Highlands
  • Older than 93% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Malden 02148

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

This home
$294K$1M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Malden 02148.

How it measures up in Malden 02148

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malden 02148.

Estimated value$386,043
CheaperTypical $652,578Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$668
CheaperTypical $458Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area578 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 197 Clifton St Apt 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUpper HighlandsMalden 02148Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$386,043almost no homes7% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66898% of homes97% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than578 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than189011% of homes10% of homes7% of homes

About 197 Clifton St Apt 2

How much is 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA is $386,043 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $365,718 to $406,368. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA last sell?

197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA last sold on Sep 25, 2006 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA?

197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 578 square feet of living space.

When was 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA built?

197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA?

197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA is assigned to Beebe (elementary), rated B-; Malden High School (high), rated C. All sit in Malden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA compare to other homes in Malden 02148?

Among the 12,237 homes in Malden 02148, it is worth more than 7% of them ($386,043 against a typical $652,578), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($668 against a typical $458), it is bigger than almost none of them (578 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²) and it is newer than 10% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 7% 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 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Clifton St Apt 2, Malden, MA was $4,067. The county assessed it at $359,300.

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