Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $169,900 on Oct 13, 1989
5 FRANCIS ST
MALDEN, MA 02148
4
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,574 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · Oct 13, 1989
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,940 (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.$871,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$356,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$515,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$827,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$842,403
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
Transaction History(3)
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.
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
5 Francis 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.
- Bigger than 79% of homes in Malden 02148
- Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
- Newer than 92% of homes in Oak Grove
How it measures up in Malden 02148
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malden 02148.
Living area2,574 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 79% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger
Bigger than 68% of homes nearby
Year built1970
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 83% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Oak Grove | Malden 02148 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,574 ft² | 66% of homes | 79% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 73% of homes | 68% of homes | 26% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1970 | 92% of homes | 83% of homes | 64% of homes |
About 5 Francis St
When did 5 Francis St, Malden, MA last sell?
5 Francis St, Malden, MA last sold on Oct 13, 1989 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 5 Francis St, Malden, MA?
5 Francis St, Malden, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,574 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.
When was 5 Francis St, Malden, MA built?
5 Francis St, Malden, MA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 5 Francis St, Malden, MA?
5 Francis St, Malden, MA is assigned to Beebe (elementary), rated C; 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 5 Francis St, Malden, MA compare to other homes in Malden 02148?
Among the 12,237 homes in Malden 02148, it is bigger than 79% of them (2,574 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1970 against a typical 1920). 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 Francis St, Malden, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 5 Francis St, Malden, MA was $9,940. The county assessed it at $871,900.
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