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$783,675$698 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $685,000 on Mar 2, 2021

5 OLIVER ST

SOMERVILLE, MA 02145
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,122 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.
3,697 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$784K
$750K low$817K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$685,000 · Mar 2, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,666 (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.$702,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$404,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.26%
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.Cottage
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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(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
E Somerville CommunityC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Somerville High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Somerville School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02145These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.95%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,555
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,339 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,354
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,420
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 Oliver 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Somerville 02145

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

This home
$370K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Somerville 02145.

How it measures up in Somerville 02145

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Somerville 02145.

Estimated value$783,675
CheaperTypical $780,348Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$698
CheaperTypical $639Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,864 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size3,697 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 5 Oliver St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast SomervilleSomerville 02145Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$783,67559% of homes50% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$69873% of homes68% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²25% of homes24% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,697 ft²53% of homes45% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than189027% of homes17% of homes7% of homes

About 5 Oliver St

How much is 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA is $783,675 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $750,172 to $817,178. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA last sell?

5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA last sold on Mar 2, 2021 for $685,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA?

5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA built?

5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA?

5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA is assigned to E Somerville Community (elementary), rated C; Somerville High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Somerville School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA compare to other homes in Somerville 02145?

Among the 5,477 homes in Somerville 02145, it is worth more than 50% of them ($783,675 against a typical $780,348), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($698 against a typical $639), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,864 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (3,697 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 17% of them (1890 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 50% 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 Oliver St, Somerville, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Oliver St, Somerville, MA was $7,666. The county assessed it at $702,700.

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