Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
21 CROSS ST
WEST NEWTON, MA 02465
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,130 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,444 (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.$1,800,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$823,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$976,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,714,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,362,771
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.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone
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.0.60
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, Basement
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(6)
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.
MHE
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
Peirce Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 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
21 Cross 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.
- Bigger than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
- Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in West Newton 02465
- Newer than 92% of homes in West Newton 02465
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 area4,130 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,140 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 89% of homes nearby
Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger
Bigger than 93% of homes nearby
Year built2001
OlderTypical 1930Newer
Newer than 92% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | West Newton 02465 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 4,130 ft² | 89% of homes | 96% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.6 ac | 93% of homes | 68% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2001 | 92% of homes | 89% of homes |
About 21 Cross St
When did 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA last sell?
21 Cross St, West Newton, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA?
21 Cross St, West Newton, MA has 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,130 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.
When was 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA built?
21 Cross St, West Newton, MA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA?
21 Cross St, West Newton, MA is assigned to F. A. Day Middle School (middle), rated A+; Newton North High School (high), rated A+; Peirce Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 21 Cross 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 89% of them (4,130 ft² against a typical 2,140 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2001 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 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 21 Cross St, West Newton, MA was $17,444. The county assessed it at $1,800,200.
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- 15 Cross St # 199 bd · 5 ba · 6,420 ft² · Sold Dec 2012
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- 53 Cross St6 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,459 ft² · Sold $285K · Jun 1997
- 40 Cross St7 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,494 ft² · Sold $256K · Sep 1995
Closest homes
- 15 Cross St107 ft · 9 bd · 5 ba · 6,420 ft² · Sold Dec 2012
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- 856 Watertown St$870K159 ft · 4 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,560 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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