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$1,124,835$559 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $411,000 on Mar 15, 2012

48 BATCHELDER ST

MELROSE, MA 02176
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,011 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.
1897
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$411,000 · Mar 15, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,714 (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.$880,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$479,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$400,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$880,200

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
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
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(2)

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
Melrose High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Horace Mann Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi

District: Melrose School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02176These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.29,986
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,427 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

48 Batchelder 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 81% of homes in Melrose 02176
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in East Side
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Melrose 02176

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

This home
$346K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Melrose 02176.

How it measures up in Melrose 02176

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose 02176.

Estimated value$1,124,835
CheaperTypical $888,996Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$559
CheaperTypical $492Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area2,011 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,878 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 48 Batchelder St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast SideMelrose 02176Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,124,83570% of homes81% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55980% of homes76% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than2,011 ft²49% of homes58% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac30% of homes38% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than189711% of homes14% of homes8% of homes

About 48 Batchelder St

How much is 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA is $1,124,835 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,018,294 to $1,231,376. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA last sell?

48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA last sold on Mar 15, 2012 for $411,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA?

48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,011 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA built?

48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA?

48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA is assigned to Melrose High School (high), rated A+; Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (middle), rated B; Horace Mann Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Melrose School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA compare to other homes in Melrose 02176?

Among the 8,581 homes in Melrose 02176, it is worth more than 81% of them ($1,124,835 against a typical $888,996), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($559 against a typical $492), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,011 ft² against a typical 1,878 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1897 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Batchelder St, Melrose, MA was $8,714. The county assessed it at $880,200.

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