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$1,857,121$649 / 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 90How 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 $233,000 on Nov 14, 1990

5 ALVESTON ST

JAMAICA PLAIN, MA 02130
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,863 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.7M low$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.$233,000 · Nov 14, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,264 (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.$1,577,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$489,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,088,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,121,065

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
CountySUFFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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(4)

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
Mission Hill K-8 School
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Margarita Muniz AcademyC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02130These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,863
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,409 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,234
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,638
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

5 Alveston 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 96% of homes in Jamaica Plain 02130
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Jamaica Plain 02130
  • Older than 96% of homes in Jamaica Plain 02130

What homes are worth in Jamaica Plain 02130

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

This home
$391K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Jamaica Plain 02130.

How it measures up in Jamaica Plain 02130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jamaica Plain 02130.

Estimated value$1,857,121
CheaperTypical $796,812Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$649
CheaperTypical $653Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area2,863 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 2,091 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 5 Alveston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJamaica Plain 02130Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,857,12196% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64948% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than2,863 ft²82% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac76% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than18804% of homes6% of homes

About 5 Alveston St

How much is 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA is $1,857,121 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,677,453 to $2,036,789. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA last sell?

5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA last sold on Nov 14, 1990 for $233,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA?

5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,863 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA built?

5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA?

5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA is assigned to Mission Hill K-8 School (elementary); Margarita Muniz Academy (high), rated C-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA compare to other homes in Jamaica Plain 02130?

Among the 9,401 homes in Jamaica Plain 02130, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,857,121 against a typical $796,812), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($649 against a typical $653), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,863 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 2,091 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 93% 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 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Alveston St, Jamaica Plain, MA was $18,264. The county assessed it at $1,577,200.

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