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$2,396,856$627 / 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 $1,375,000 on May 17, 2007

518 CHESTNUT ST

WABAN, MA 02468
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,825 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$2.4M
$2.3M low$2.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,375,000 · May 17, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,614 (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.$2,230,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,226,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,004,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,124,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,596,065

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.Tudor
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(12)

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
Zervas Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Oak Hill Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Newton South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02468These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.97%
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.2.2%
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.6,131
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,066 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$236,601
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$309,454
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

518 Chestnut 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Waban 02468
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Waban
  • Older than 76% of homes in Waban 02468

What homes are worth in Waban 02468

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

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$1M$4.8M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Waban 02468.

How it measures up in Waban 02468

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waban 02468.

Estimated value$2,396,856
CheaperTypical $2,009,622Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$627
CheaperTypical $749Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,825 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,709 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 518 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWabanWaban 02468Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,396,85675% of homes71% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$62711% of homes9% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than3,825 ft²86% of homes84% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac77% of homes73% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than192026% of homes24% of homes26% of homes

About 518 Chestnut St

How much is 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA is $2,396,856 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,262,200 to $2,531,512. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA last sell?

518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA last sold on May 17, 2007 for $1,375,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA?

518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,825 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA built?

518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a tudor home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA?

518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA is assigned to Zervas 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 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA compare to other homes in Waban 02468?

Among the 1,903 homes in Waban 02468, it is worth more than 71% of them ($2,396,856 against a typical $2,009,622), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($627 against a typical $749), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,825 ft² against a typical 2,709 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1920 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 97% 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 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 518 Chestnut St, Waban, MA was $21,614. The county assessed it at $2,230,500.

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