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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $380,000 on Jan 5, 2017

42 ALDEN ST

ASHLAND, MA 01721
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,548 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Jan 5, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,164 (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.$561,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$218,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$342,300

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.52
72
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.45 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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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.

H
Ashland High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Ashland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi

District: Ashland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01721These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.18,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,702
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

42 Alden 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 84% of homes in Ashland 01721
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Ashland 01721
  • Among the oldest homes in Ashland 01721

How it measures up in Ashland 01721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 01721.

Living area2,548 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,799 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 42 Alden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 01721Middlesex County
Living areabigger than2,548 ft²84% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac12% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than1860almost no homes2% of homes

About 42 Alden St

When did 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA last sell?

42 Alden St, Ashland, MA last sold on Jan 5, 2017 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA?

42 Alden St, Ashland, MA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,548 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA built?

42 Alden St, Ashland, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA?

42 Alden St, Ashland, MA is assigned to Ashland High School (high), rated A-; Ashland Middle School (middle), rated A; Henry E Warren Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Ashland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA compare to other homes in Ashland 01721?

Among the 6,092 homes in Ashland 01721, it is bigger than 84% of them (2,548 ft² against a typical 1,799 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1860 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Alden St, Ashland, MA was $7,164. The county assessed it at $561,000.

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