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$1,455,570$487 / 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 $705,500 on Oct 16, 2009

51 VAN WART PATH

NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,986 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1.5M
$1.3M 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.$705,500 · Oct 16, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,495 (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.$1,275,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$689,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$585,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,402,740

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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

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
Memorial Spaulding Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Oak Hill Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Newton South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02459These 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.67
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 100.69

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,235
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,484 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$196,910
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$263,085
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.57%

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How this home compares

51 Van Wart Path 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 87% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Newton Center 02459
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Oak Hill Park / Mount Ida
  • Older than 79% of homes in Oak Hill Park / Mount Ida

What homes are worth in Newton Center 02459

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

This home
$581K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Newton Center 02459.

How it measures up in Newton Center 02459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton Center 02459.

Estimated value$1,455,570
CheaperTypical $1,813,941Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$487
CheaperTypical $761Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,986 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 51 Van Wart Path ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Hill Park / Mount IdaNewton Center 02459Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,455,57055% of homes27% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4876% of homes2% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,986 ft²74% of homes71% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac24% of homes24% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than194821% of homes54% of homes39% of homes

About 51 Van Wart Path

How much is 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA is $1,455,570 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,341,732 to $1,569,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA last sell?

51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA last sold on Oct 16, 2009 for $705,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA?

51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,986 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA built?

51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA?

51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA is assigned to Memorial Spaulding Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Oak Hill 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 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA compare to other homes in Newton Center 02459?

Among the 5,967 homes in Newton Center 02459, it is worth more than 27% of them ($1,455,570 against a typical $1,813,941), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($487 against a typical $761), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,986 ft² against a typical 2,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1948 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 87% 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 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51 Van Wart Path, Newton Center, MA was $12,495. The county assessed it at $1,275,000.

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