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$881,460$397 / 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 94How 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 $180,000 on May 3, 1994

5 SYLVESTER RD

BURLINGTON, MA 01803
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,219 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$881K
$832K low$931K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · May 3, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,839 (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.$787,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$432,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$354,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$752,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$775,402

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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(15)

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.

M
Marshall Simonds Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Memorial Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01803These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.26,627
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,239
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,937
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 Sylvester 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Burlington 01803
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Burlington 01803
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Burlington 01803
  • Older than 91% of homes in Burlington 01803

What homes are worth in Burlington 01803

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

This home
$424K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Burlington 01803.

How it measures up in Burlington 01803

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 01803.

Estimated value$881,460
CheaperTypical $824,950Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $449Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,219 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,868 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5 Sylvester Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 01803Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$881,46064% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39726% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,219 ft²67% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac11% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than19529% of homes43% of homes

About 5 Sylvester Rd

How much is 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA is $881,460 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $831,823 to $931,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA last sell?

5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA last sold on May 3, 1994 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA?

5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,219 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA built?

5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA?

5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA is assigned to Marshall Simonds Middle School (middle), rated B+; Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Burlington High School (high), rated B. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA compare to other homes in Burlington 01803?

Among the 7,276 homes in Burlington 01803, it is worth more than 64% of them ($881,460 against a typical $824,950), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($397 against a typical $449), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,219 ft² against a typical 1,868 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1952 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 61% 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 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5 Sylvester Rd, Burlington, MA was $6,839. The county assessed it at $787,000.

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