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$791,320$632 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $740,000 on Feb 28, 2024

48 BARTON ST

WALTHAM, MA 02453
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,253 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$791K
$766K low$816K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$740,000 · Feb 28, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$791,320
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$633,056

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,717 (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.$582,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$343,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$238,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$693,500

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.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
James Fitzgerald Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02453These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.32,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,464 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,606
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

48 Barton 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in The Bleachery
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in The Bleachery
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Waltham 02453

What homes are worth in Waltham 02453

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

This home
$385K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Waltham 02453.

How it measures up in Waltham 02453

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02453.

Estimated value$791,320
CheaperTypical $800,140Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$632
CheaperTypical $503Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,253 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,858 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 48 Barton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe BleacheryWaltham 02453Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$791,32044% of homes48% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63294% of homes90% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,253 ft²19% of homes21% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac33% of homes32% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than195569% of homes74% of homes47% of homes

About 48 Barton St

How much is 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA is $791,320 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $766,286 to $816,354. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA last sell?

48 Barton St, Waltham, MA last sold on Feb 28, 2024 for $740,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA?

48 Barton St, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,253 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA built?

48 Barton St, Waltham, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA?

48 Barton St, Waltham, MA is assigned to John W. McDevitt Middle School (middle), rated B; James Fitzgerald Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated C. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02453?

Among the 6,296 homes in Waltham 02453, it is worth more than 48% of them ($791,320 against a typical $800,140), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($632 against a typical $503), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,253 ft² against a typical 1,858 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1955 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 50% 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 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Barton St, Waltham, MA was $5,717. The county assessed it at $582,200.

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