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$1,444,374$648 / 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 96How 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

42 OLD MIDDLESEX RD

BELMONT, MA 02478
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,228 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.4M
$1.4M low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,333 (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.$1,434,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$770,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$664,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,662,880

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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

M
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 4–6 · 0.4 mi
E
Roger E WellingtonA
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.8 mi
H
Belmont High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Belmont School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02478These 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.55
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 100.74

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.27,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$162,650
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$213,185
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

42 Old Middlesex Rd 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 87% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Belmont 02478

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

This home
$571K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Belmont 02478.

How it measures up in Belmont 02478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belmont 02478.

Estimated value$1,444,374
CheaperTypical $1,464,769Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$648
CheaperTypical $716Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,126 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 42 Old Middlesex Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmont 02478Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,444,37449% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64828% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,228 ft²55% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac33% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than192743% of homes29% of homes

About 42 Old Middlesex Rd

How much is 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA is $1,444,374 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,388,311 to $1,500,437. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA last sell?

42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA last sold on Feb 15, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA?

42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,228 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA built?

42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA?

42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA is assigned to Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School (middle), rated A+; Roger E Wellington (elementary), rated A; Belmont High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Belmont School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA compare to other homes in Belmont 02478?

Among the 7,995 homes in Belmont 02478, it is worth more than 49% of them ($1,444,374 against a typical $1,464,769), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($648 against a typical $716), it is bigger than 55% of them (2,228 ft² against a typical 2,126 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1927 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 87% 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 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA was $16,333. The county assessed it at $1,434,000.

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