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$682,917$461 / 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 96How 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 $336,000 on Mar 23, 2005

48 PRESTON ST

MALDEN, MA 02148
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,482 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$683K
$654K low$712K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$336,000 · Mar 23, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,990 (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.$613,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$316,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$588,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$625,575

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.39
23
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.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Bungalow
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
SalemwoodD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Malden High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Malden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02148These 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.121
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 100.84

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.67,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,281 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,235
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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 Preston 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 65% of homes in North Faulkner
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Malden 02148

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

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$315K$1M

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Malden 02148.

How it measures up in Malden 02148

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malden 02148.

Estimated value$682,917
CheaperTypical $641,519Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$461
CheaperTypical $453Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,482 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,748 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 48 Preston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth FaulknerMalden 02148Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$682,91765% of homes62% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46148% of homes54% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,482 ft²36% of homes38% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac52% of homes49% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192665% of homes58% of homes29% of homes

About 48 Preston St

How much is 48 Preston St, Malden, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Preston St, Malden, MA is $682,917 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $654,287 to $711,547. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Preston St, Malden, MA last sell?

48 Preston St, Malden, MA last sold on Mar 23, 2005 for $336,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Preston St, Malden, MA?

48 Preston St, Malden, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,482 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 48 Preston St, Malden, MA built?

48 Preston St, Malden, MA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48 Preston St, Malden, MA?

48 Preston St, Malden, MA is assigned to Salemwood (elementary), rated D; Malden High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Malden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Preston St, Malden, MA compare to other homes in Malden 02148?

Among the 12,237 homes in Malden 02148, it is worth more than 62% of them ($682,917 against a typical $641,519), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($461 against a typical $453), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,482 ft² against a typical 1,748 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1926 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 37% 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 Preston St, Malden, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 48 Preston St, Malden, MA was $6,990. The county assessed it at $613,200.

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