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$885,491$590 / 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 89How 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 $429,000 on Aug 1, 2003

21 RUSSELL RD

NEWTON, MA 02458
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,502 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1887
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$885K
$790K low$981K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$429,000 · Aug 1, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,816 (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.$797,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$714,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$774,400

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.8 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.Single Family Residence
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(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
Underwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02458These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.94%
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.4.2%
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.14,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,633
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 Russell Rd 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 81% of homes in Newton Corner
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Newton Corner
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Newton Corner
  • Older than 94% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Newton 02458

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

This home
$467K$4.3M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Newton 02458.

How it measures up in Newton 02458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.

Estimated value$885,491
CheaperTypical $1,277,504Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$590
CheaperTypical $649Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,502 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1887
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 21 Russell Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton CornerNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$885,49119% of homes24% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59028% of homes31% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,502 ft²19% of homes22% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac13% of homes21% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than188716% of homes20% of homes6% of homes

About 21 Russell Rd

How much is 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA is $885,491 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $789,838 to $981,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA last sell?

21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA last sold on Aug 1, 2003 for $429,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA?

21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,502 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA built?

21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA was built in 1887, making it 139 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA?

21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA is assigned to Underwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Bigelow 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 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 24% of them ($885,491 against a typical $1,277,504), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($590 against a typical $649), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,502 ft² against a typical 2,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1887 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 61% 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 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Russell Rd, Newton, MA was $7,816. The county assessed it at $797,600.

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