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$763,071$464 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $750,000 on Mar 18, 2026

42 CHESTNUT ST

WOBURN, MA 01801
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,643 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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.

Valuation

$763K
$673K low$853K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$750,000 · Mar 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,197 (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.$608,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$310,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$648,090

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.
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.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.0.35
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.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

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.

H
Woburn Memorial High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Malcolm White Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Woburn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01801These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.6.3%
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.41,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,253 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,257
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,854
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 Chestnut 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 70% of homes in Downtown Woburn
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Downtown Woburn

What homes are worth in Woburn 01801

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

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$331K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Woburn 01801.

How it measures up in Woburn 01801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Woburn 01801.

Estimated value$763,071
CheaperTypical $726,306Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$464
CheaperTypical $488Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,643 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,542 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 42 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowntown WoburnWoburn 01801Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$763,07170% of homes59% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46452% of homes40% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,643 ft²54% of homes56% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac77% of homes67% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than195660% of homes44% of homes48% of homes

About 42 Chestnut St

How much is 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA is $763,071 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $673,293 to $852,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA last sell?

42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA last sold on Mar 18, 2026 for $750,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA?

42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,643 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA built?

42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA?

42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA is assigned to Woburn Memorial High School (high), rated B-; Malcolm White Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Woburn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA compare to other homes in Woburn 01801?

Among the 11,913 homes in Woburn 01801, it is worth more than 59% of them ($763,071 against a typical $726,306), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($464 against a typical $488), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,643 ft² against a typical 1,542 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1956 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 47% 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 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Chestnut St, Woburn, MA was $5,197. The county assessed it at $608,500.

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