Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
38 CLAYTON ST
MALDEN, MA 02148
5
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
2,362 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.
4,055 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,777 (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.$687,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$401,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$647,200
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.26%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(1)
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.
District: Malden School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02148These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84
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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.67,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,281 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,235
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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
38 Clayton 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.
- Bigger than 72% of homes in Malden 02148
- Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Middlesex County
- Older than 75% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in Malden 02148
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malden 02148.
Living area2,362 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 72% of homes nearby
Lot size4,055 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger
Bigger than 30% of homes nearby
Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 55% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Suffolk Square | Malden 02148 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,362 ft² | 69% of homes | 72% of homes | 70% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 4,055 ft² | 32% of homes | 30% of homes | 10% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1920 | 52% of homes | 55% of homes | 25% of homes |
About 38 Clayton St
How big is 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA?
38 Clayton St, Malden, MA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,362 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.
When was 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA built?
38 Clayton St, Malden, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA?
38 Clayton St, Malden, MA is assigned to Ferryway (elementary), rated B+; Malden High School (high), rated C. All sit in Malden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA compare to other homes in Malden 02148?
Among the 12,237 homes in Malden 02148, it is bigger than 72% of them (2,362 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (4,055 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Clayton St, Malden, MA was $7,777. The county assessed it at $687,000.
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