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$1,684,227$1,041 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,865,000 on Sep 17, 2018

202 APPLETON ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,618 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,865,000 · Sep 17, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,004 (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.$1,732,900 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,732,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,576,145

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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Vassal Lane Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
John M TobinA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02138These 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.133
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 100.70

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,448 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,772
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,381
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

202 Appleton 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 92% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in West Cambridge
  • Newer than 78% of homes in West Cambridge

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02138

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

This home
$445K$7.8M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Cambridge 02138.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02138.

Estimated value$1,684,227
CheaperTypical $1,049,972Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1041
CheaperTypical $970Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,618 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,326 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 202 Appleton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest CambridgeCambridge 02138Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,684,22750% of homes69% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$104153% of homes61% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,618 ft²43% of homes59% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac80% of homes75% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than193678% of homes72% of homes34% of homes

About 202 Appleton St

How much is 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA is $1,684,227 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,588,977 to $1,779,477. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Sep 17, 2018 for $1,865,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA?

202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,618 square feet of living space.

When was 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA built?

202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1936, making it 90 years old.

What schools serve 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA?

202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Vassal Lane Upper School (middle), rated B; John M Tobin (elementary), rated A+; Cambridge Rindge and Latin (high), rated B. All sit in Cambridge School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?

Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is worth more than 69% of them ($1,684,227 against a typical $1,049,972), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($1041 against a typical $970), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,618 ft² against a typical 1,326 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1936 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 92% 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 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 202 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA was $11,004. The county assessed it at $1,732,900.

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