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$889,287$390 / 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 96How 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

252 LINDEN ST

WALTHAM, MA 02452
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,279 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$889K
$849K low$929K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,600 (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.$833,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$425,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$407,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$807,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$929,127

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Hot Water
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

Transaction History(1)

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
James Fitzgerald Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02452These 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.93
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 100.77

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.95%
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.10.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,230
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,328 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,986
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

252 Linden 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Waltham 02452
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Bentley
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Bentley

What homes are worth in Waltham 02452

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

This home
$378K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Waltham 02452.

How it measures up in Waltham 02452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02452.

Estimated value$889,287
CheaperTypical $830,834Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$390
CheaperTypical $471Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,279 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 252 Linden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBentleyWaltham 02452Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$889,28746% of homes61% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39045% of homes27% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,279 ft²42% of homes65% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac72% of homes36% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than196189% of homes38% of homes54% of homes

About 252 Linden St

How much is 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA is $889,287 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $849,430 to $929,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA last sell?

252 Linden St, Waltham, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA?

252 Linden St, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,279 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA built?

252 Linden St, Waltham, MA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA?

252 Linden St, Waltham, MA is assigned to James Fitzgerald Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; John W. McDevitt Middle School (middle), rated C; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02452?

Among the 3,442 homes in Waltham 02452, it is worth more than 61% of them ($889,287 against a typical $830,834), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($390 against a typical $471), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,279 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1961 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 62% 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 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 252 Linden St, Waltham, MA was $8,600. The county assessed it at $833,300.

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