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$610,707$609 / 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 $265,000 on Oct 24, 2006

53 DOROTHY RD

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,002 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$611K
$589K low$633K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · Oct 24, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,103 (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.$478,300 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$478,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$460,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$598,378

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.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.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
R.J. Hardy Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Arlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02474These 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.93
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.28,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,757 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,066
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,393
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

53 Dorothy 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.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Arlington 02474

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

This home
$332K$2M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Arlington 02474.

How it measures up in Arlington 02474

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02474.

Estimated value$610,707
CheaperTypical $1,026,757Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$609
CheaperTypical $589Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,002 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 53 Dorothy Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$610,70711% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60958% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,002 ft²12% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac50% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than194156% of homes36% of homes

About 53 Dorothy Rd

How much is 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA is $610,707 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $588,781 to $632,633. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA last sell?

53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA last sold on Oct 24, 2006 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?

53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,002 square feet of living space.

When was 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA built?

53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?

53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA is assigned to R.J. Hardy Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Arlington High School (high), rated A+; Ottoson Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Arlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 11% of them ($610,707 against a typical $1,026,757), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($609 against a typical $589), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,002 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1941 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 27% 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 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 53 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA was $5,103. The county assessed it at $478,300.

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