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$1,082,221$541 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Aug 31, 1987

259 CALIFORNIA ST

NEWTON, MA 02458
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,000 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.
1840
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$937K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Aug 31, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,897 (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.$805,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$739,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$782,300

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.0.23
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.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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
Lincoln-Eliot Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

259 California 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 75% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Nonantum
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Nonantum
  • Among the oldest 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
$449K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 36% 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$1,082,221
CheaperTypical $1,307,283Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$541
CheaperTypical $667Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1840
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 259 California St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNonantumNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,082,22146% of homes36% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54112% of homes16% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than2,000 ft²54% of homes41% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac73% of homes62% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than1840almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 259 California St

How much is 259 California St, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 California St, Newton, MA is $1,082,221 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $937,100 to $1,227,342. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 California St, Newton, MA last sell?

259 California St, Newton, MA last sold on Aug 31, 1987 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 259 California St, Newton, MA?

259 California St, Newton, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,000 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 259 California St, Newton, MA built?

259 California St, Newton, MA was built in 1840, making it 186 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 259 California St, Newton, MA?

259 California St, Newton, MA is assigned to Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; 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 259 California St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 36% of them ($1,082,221 against a typical $1,307,283), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($541 against a typical $667), it is bigger than 41% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 2,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1840 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 75% 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 259 California St, Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 California St, Newton, MA was $7,897. The county assessed it at $805,800.

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