Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
46 SUMNER ST
NEWTON, MA 02459
7
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,944 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,433 (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.$1,472,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,017,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,472,800
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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.Two Family
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(9)
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.
EHM
Ward Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
District: Newton School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02459These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69
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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,235
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,484 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$196,910
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$263,085
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.57%
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How this home compares
46 Sumner 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 95% of homes in Middlesex County
- Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Newton Center 02459
- Newer than 84% of homes in Newton Centre
How it measures up in Newton Center 02459
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton Center 02459.
Living area3,944 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,392 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 89% of homes nearby
Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger
Bigger than 10% of homes nearby
Year built1940
OlderTypical 1945Newer
Newer than 48% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Newton Centre | Newton Center 02459 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,944 ft² | 89% of homes | 89% of homes | 95% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.15 ac | 16% of homes | 10% of homes | 26% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1940 | 84% of homes | 48% of homes | 36% of homes |
About 46 Sumner St
When did 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA last sell?
46 Sumner St, Newton, MA last sold on Feb 1, 1994, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA?
46 Sumner St, Newton, MA has 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,944 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.
When was 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA built?
46 Sumner St, Newton, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA?
46 Sumner St, Newton, MA is assigned to Ward Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Newton North High School (high), rated A+; Bigelow Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton Center 02459?
Among the 5,967 homes in Newton Center 02459, it is bigger than 89% of them (3,944 ft² against a typical 2,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1940 against a typical 1945). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 46 Sumner St, Newton, MA was $14,433. The county assessed it at $1,472,800.
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