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$1,213,652$1,156 / 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 92How 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 $1,240,000 on Dec 16, 2024

38 RICHARDSON ST APT 3

NEWTON, MA 02458
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,050 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1820
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,240,000 · Dec 16, 2024
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.$1,213,652
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$970,922

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,729 (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.$1,094,800 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,094,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,094,800

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.46
49
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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Underwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02458These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.14,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,633
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

38 Richardson St Apt 3 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 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newton 02458
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Newton 02458
  • Among the oldest homes in Newton 02458

What homes are worth in Newton 02458

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

This home
$444K$4M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Newton 02458.

How it measures up in Newton 02458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.

Estimated value$1,213,652
CheaperTypical $1,313,130Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1156
CheaperTypical $656Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,233 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1820
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 38 Richardson St Apt 3 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,213,65245% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1156almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²8% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac58% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than1820almost no homesalmost no homes

About 38 Richardson St Apt 3

How much is 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA is $1,213,652 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,114,263 to $1,313,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA last sell?

38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA last sold on Dec 16, 2024 for $1,240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA?

38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA built?

38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA was built in 1820, making it 206 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA?

38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA is assigned to Underwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Bigelow Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton North High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 45% of them ($1,213,652 against a typical $1,313,130), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1156 against a typical $656), it is bigger than 8% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 2,233 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1820 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 80% 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 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Richardson St Apt 3, Newton, MA was $10,729. The county assessed it at $1,094,800.

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