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$1,378,000$703 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,348,200 on Jul 7, 2026

281 FOREST ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,960 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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.
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.$1,348,200 · Jul 7, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$299,500
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$239,600
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,078,500
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · 6.51% · recorded Jul 7, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,656 (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.$896,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$464,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$432,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$830,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1959
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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
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(4)

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
Peirce Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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.28,942
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,752 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,385
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Forest 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 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 70% 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
$349K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 82% 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$1,378,000
CheaperTypical $1,042,998Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$703
CheaperTypical $602Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,970 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 281 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,378,00082% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70380% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²49% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac20% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192844% of homes30% of homes

About 281 Forest St

How much is 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA is $1,378,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,251,320 to $1,504,680. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sell?

281 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sold on Jul 7, 2026 for $1,348,200, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

281 Forest St, Arlington, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA built?

281 Forest St, Arlington, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

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

How does 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 82% of them ($1,378,000 against a typical $1,042,998), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($703 against a typical $602), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 1,970 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1928 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 85% 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 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Forest St, Arlington, MA was $9,656. The county assessed it at $896,600.

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