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$1,391,956$1,000 / 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 93How 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 $355,000 on Sep 11, 1997

40 FOREST ST

NEWTON, MA 02461
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,392 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
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.$355,000 · Sep 11, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,566 (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.$1,078,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,002,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,046,800

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.Ranch
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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, Attached
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

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
Zervas Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Oak Hill Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Newton South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02461These 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.87
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 100.70

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,729 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,592
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$235,614
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

40 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 86% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461

What homes are worth in Newton Highlands 02461

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

This home
$725K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Newton Highlands 02461.

How it measures up in Newton Highlands 02461

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton Highlands 02461.

Estimated value$1,391,956
CheaperTypical $1,482,961Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1000
CheaperTypical $725Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,090 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 40 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton Highlands 02461Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,391,95644% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$100094% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²16% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac70% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195581% of homes47% of homes

About 40 Forest St

How much is 40 Forest St, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Forest St, Newton, MA is $1,391,956 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,297,806 to $1,486,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Forest St, Newton, MA last sell?

40 Forest St, Newton, MA last sold on Sep 11, 1997 for $355,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 40 Forest St, Newton, MA?

40 Forest St, Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 40 Forest St, Newton, MA built?

40 Forest St, Newton, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40 Forest St, Newton, MA?

40 Forest St, Newton, MA is assigned to Zervas Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Oak Hill Middle School (middle), rated A-; Newton South 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 40 Forest St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton Highlands 02461?

Among the 2,267 homes in Newton Highlands 02461, it is worth more than 44% of them ($1,391,956 against a typical $1,482,961), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($1000 against a typical $725), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 2,090 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1955 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 86% 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 40 Forest St, Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Forest St, Newton, MA was $10,566. The county assessed it at $1,078,200.

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