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$886,319$646 / 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 95How 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

285 FOREST ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,372 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$886K
$846K low$927K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,836 (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.$828,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$482,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$345,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$819,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$804,082

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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

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.28,960
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

285 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 less than 68% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Arlington 02474

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
$337K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 32% 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$886,319
CheaperTypical $1,029,328Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$646
CheaperTypical $590Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,975 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 285 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$886,31932% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64670% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²24% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac41% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than197789% of homes70% of homes

About 285 Forest St

How much is 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA is $886,319 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $845,591 to $927,047. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sell?

285 Forest St, Arlington, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

285 Forest St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA built?

285 Forest St, Arlington, MA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

285 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 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 32% of them ($886,319 against a typical $1,029,328), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($646 against a typical $590), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 1,975 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1977 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 61% 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 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 285 Forest St, Arlington, MA was $8,836. The county assessed it at $828,100.

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