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$790,584$452 / 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 94How 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 $388,000 on Dec 30, 2014

48 COLBURN ST

WALTHAM, MA 02453
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,750 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.
4,299 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$791K
$747K low$835K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$388,000 · Dec 30, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,446 (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.$656,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$333,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$687,895

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.0.10
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
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(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.

E
Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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%

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How this home compares

48 Colburn 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in West Waltham
  • Newer than 85% 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
$369K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 52% 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$790,584
CheaperTypical $780,110Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$452
CheaperTypical $493Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,870 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size4,299 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 48 Colburn St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest WalthamWaltham 02453Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$790,58455% of homes52% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45248% of homes36% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,750 ft²48% of homes44% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,299 ft²5% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than198281% of homes85% of homes73% of homes

About 48 Colburn St

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

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA is $790,584 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $746,657 to $834,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA last sold on Dec 30, 2014 for $388,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA?

48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,750 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA built?

48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA?

48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Thomas R Plympton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated A-; 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 Colburn St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02453?

Among the 6,296 homes in Waltham 02453, it is worth more than 52% of them ($790,584 against a typical $780,110), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($452 against a typical $493), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,750 ft² against a typical 1,870 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (4,299 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1982 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 51% 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 Colburn St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Colburn St, Waltham, MA was $6,446. The county assessed it at $656,400.

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