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$688,069$584 / 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 97How 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 $310,000 on Jun 26, 2008

20 FOREST ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02476
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,178 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$688K
$668K low$708K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,000 · Jun 26, 2008
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$211,895
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$169,516
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.70%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$416,174
AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORP · R · recorded May 27, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$60,000
MIDDLESEX SAVINGS BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,255 (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.$487,900 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$487,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$566,200

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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Peirce Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Arlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02476These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.18,178
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,391 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,237
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$192,900
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

20 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 82% of homes in Arlington 02476
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Arlington 02476

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

This home
$357K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Arlington 02476.

How it measures up in Arlington 02476

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02476.

Estimated value$688,069
CheaperTypical $1,069,872Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$584
CheaperTypical $618Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,838 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 20 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02476Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$688,06918% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58436% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²21% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac57% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than193959% of homes35% of homes

About 20 Forest St

How much is 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA is $688,069 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $667,886 to $708,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sell?

20 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sold on Jun 26, 2008 for $310,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

20 Forest St, Arlington, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,178 square feet of living space.

When was 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA built?

20 Forest St, Arlington, MA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

20 Forest St, Arlington, MA is assigned to Ottoson Middle School (middle), rated A; Peirce Elementary School (elementary), 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 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02476?

Among the 5,972 homes in Arlington 02476, it is worth more than 18% of them ($688,069 against a typical $1,069,872), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($584 against a typical $618), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 1,838 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1939 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 37% 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 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Forest St, Arlington, MA was $5,255. The county assessed it at $487,900.

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