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$1,436,278$577 / 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 93How 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 $1,440,000 on Apr 8, 2021

261 BROADWAY

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
6
Beds
4
Baths
2,490 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.
1930
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,440,000 · Apr 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,136 (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.$1,312,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,312,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,312,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Condominium
CountyMiddlesex
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2020
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

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
Thompson Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Arlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02474These 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.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.28,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,757 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,066
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,393
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

261 Broadway 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 87% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Older than 68% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Arlington 02474

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

This home
$326K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Arlington 02474.

How it measures up in Arlington 02474

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02474.

Estimated value$1,436,278
CheaperTypical $1,022,216Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$577
CheaperTypical $587Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,490 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,987 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 261 Broadway ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,436,27886% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57746% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,490 ft²73% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than193048% of homes32% of homes

About 261 Broadway

How much is 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA is $1,436,278 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,341,981 to $1,530,575. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA last sell?

261 Broadway, Arlington, MA last sold on Apr 8, 2021 for $1,440,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA?

261 Broadway, Arlington, MA has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2,490 square feet of living space.

When was 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA built?

261 Broadway, Arlington, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA?

261 Broadway, Arlington, MA is assigned to Thompson Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Arlington High School (high), rated A+; Ottoson Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Arlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,436,278 against a typical $1,022,216), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($577 against a typical $587), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,490 ft² against a typical 1,987 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1930 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 87% 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 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Broadway, Arlington, MA was $14,136. The county assessed it at $1,312,500.

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