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$1,486,830$630 / 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 92How 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 $1,430,000 on May 29, 2024

5 DEFOREST RD

NEWTON LOWER FALLS, MA 02462
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,360 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.5M
$1.4M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,430,000 · May 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,008 (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.$1,123,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$713,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$410,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,332,090

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.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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(9)

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
Angier Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Charles E. Brown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Newton South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02462These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,702
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,150 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$188,882
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$247,897
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

5 Deforest Rd 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 88% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Newton Lower Falls 02462
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Newton Lower Falls 02462

What homes are worth in Newton Lower Falls 02462

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

This home
$447K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Newton Lower Falls 02462.

How it measures up in Newton Lower Falls 02462

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton Lower Falls 02462.

Estimated value$1,486,830
CheaperTypical $1,270,159Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$630
CheaperTypical $646Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 5 Deforest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton Lower Falls 02462Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,486,83069% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63040% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,360 ft²66% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac14% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than198993% of homes81% of homes

About 5 Deforest Rd

How much is 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA is $1,486,830 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,372,021 to $1,601,639. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA last sell?

5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA last sold on May 29, 2024 for $1,430,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA?

5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,360 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA built?

5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA?

5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA is assigned to Angier Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Charles E. Brown Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton South High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA compare to other homes in Newton Lower Falls 02462?

Among the 421 homes in Newton Lower Falls 02462, it is worth more than 69% of them ($1,486,830 against a typical $1,270,159), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($630 against a typical $646), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,360 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1989 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 88% 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 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Deforest Rd, Newton Lower Falls, MA was $11,008. The county assessed it at $1,123,300.

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