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$1,851,510$694 / 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 97How 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 $1,448,750 on Aug 3, 2018

281 SCHOOL ST

BELMONT, MA 02478
4
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
2,669 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$1.9M
$1.8M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,448,750 · Aug 3, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,035 (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.$1,759,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$930,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$829,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,100,830

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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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(6)

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
Mary Lee BurbankA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.1 mi
M
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 4–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Belmont High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Belmont School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02478These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.27,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$162,650
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$213,185
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

281 School 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 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Belmont 02478
  • Older than 66% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Belmont 02478

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

This home
$591K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Belmont 02478.

How it measures up in Belmont 02478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belmont 02478.

Estimated value$1,851,510
CheaperTypical $1,468,165Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$694
CheaperTypical $725Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,669 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,117 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 281 School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmont 02478Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,851,51075% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$69440% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than2,669 ft²75% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac81% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than193663% of homes34% of homes

About 281 School St

How much is 281 School St, Belmont, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 School St, Belmont, MA is $1,851,510 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,789,073 to $1,913,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 School St, Belmont, MA last sell?

281 School St, Belmont, MA last sold on Aug 3, 2018 for $1,448,750, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 School St, Belmont, MA?

281 School St, Belmont, MA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,669 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 281 School St, Belmont, MA built?

281 School St, Belmont, MA was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 School St, Belmont, MA?

281 School St, Belmont, MA is assigned to Mary Lee Burbank (elementary), rated A+; Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School (middle), rated A-; Belmont High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Belmont School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 School St, Belmont, MA compare to other homes in Belmont 02478?

Among the 7,995 homes in Belmont 02478, it is worth more than 75% of them ($1,851,510 against a typical $1,468,165), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($694 against a typical $725), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,669 ft² against a typical 2,117 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1936 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 93% 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 School St, Belmont, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 School St, Belmont, MA was $20,035. The county assessed it at $1,759,000.

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