Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $620,000 on Aug 17, 2012
222 CHURCH ST
NEWTON, MA 02458
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,080 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.
3,404 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Aug 17, 2012
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,182 (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.$1,257,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$708,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$549,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,197,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,270,987
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.19 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.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.0.08
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.Steam
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(8)
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.
EMH
Underwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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
222 Church 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 87% of homes in Middlesex County
- Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Newton Corner
- Older than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in Newton 02458
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.
Living area3,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,242 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 77% of homes nearby
Lot size3,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than 5% of homes nearby
Year built1880
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 17% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Newton Corner | Newton 02458 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,080 ft² | 72% of homes | 77% of homes | 87% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,404 ft² | 3% of homes | 5% of homes | 6% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1880 | 13% of homes | 17% of homes | 5% of homes |
About 222 Church St
When did 222 Church St, Newton, MA last sell?
222 Church St, Newton, MA last sold on Aug 17, 2012 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 222 Church St, Newton, MA?
222 Church St, Newton, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,080 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.
When was 222 Church St, Newton, MA built?
222 Church St, Newton, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 222 Church St, Newton, MA?
222 Church St, 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 222 Church St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?
Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is bigger than 77% of them (3,080 ft² against a typical 2,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,404 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1880 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 222 Church St, Newton, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 222 Church St, Newton, MA was $12,182. The county assessed it at $1,257,200.
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