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$1,739,781$385 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $55,577 on Feb 6, 1987

471 CALIFORNIA ST

NEWTONVILLE, MA 02460
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,522 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,577 · Feb 6, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,281 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,783,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$796,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$986,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,698,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,936,670

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.37
1
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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Detached
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(7)

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
Horace Mann Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02460These 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.68
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 100.73

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.3.9%
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.8,580
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,537 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$157,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$203,173
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

471 California 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 95% of homes in Nonantum
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Newtonville 02460
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Nonantum
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Nonantum
  • Older than 70% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Newtonville 02460

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

This home
$444K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Newtonville 02460.

How it measures up in Newtonville 02460

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newtonville 02460.

Estimated value$1,739,781
CheaperTypical $1,291,721Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$385
CheaperTypical $658Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 471 California St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNonantumNewtonville 02460Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,739,78195% of homes80% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3852% of homesalmost no homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than4,522 ft²98% of homes97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac81% of homes73% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than192855% of homes56% of homes30% of homes

About 471 California St

How much is 471 California St, Newtonville, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 471 California St, Newtonville, MA is $1,739,781 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,609,305 to $1,870,257. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 471 California St, Newtonville, MA last sell?

471 California St, Newtonville, MA last sold on Feb 6, 1987 for $55,577, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 471 California St, Newtonville, MA?

471 California St, Newtonville, MA has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,522 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 471 California St, Newtonville, MA built?

471 California St, Newtonville, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 471 California St, Newtonville, MA?

471 California St, Newtonville, MA is assigned to Horace Mann Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; F. A. Day Middle School (middle), rated A+; Newton North 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 471 California St, Newtonville, MA compare to other homes in Newtonville 02460?

Among the 2,653 homes in Newtonville 02460, it is worth more than 80% of them ($1,739,781 against a typical $1,291,721), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($385 against a typical $658), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,522 ft² against a typical 2,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1928 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 92% 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 471 California St, Newtonville, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 471 California St, Newtonville, MA was $17,281. The county assessed it at $1,783,400.

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