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$1,699,287$936 / 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 93How 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

53 SCHOOL ST

CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,815 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.
2,112 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,842 (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.$1,195,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$433,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$762,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,419,965

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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(1)

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
Warren / Prescott K-8 SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.0 mi
H
Horace Mann School For The Deaf
High · Grades PK–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02129These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,397
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,594 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$152,177
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$178,903
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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 School 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 92% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Charlestown 02129
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Charlestown 02129
  • Older than 93% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in Charlestown 02129

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

This home
$457K$3M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Charlestown 02129.

How it measures up in Charlestown 02129

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlestown 02129.

Estimated value$1,699,287
CheaperTypical $1,040,289Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$936
CheaperTypical $943Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,815 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,204 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size2,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,089 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1899Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 53 School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharlestown 02129Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,699,28782% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$93648% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,815 ft²76% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,112 ft²90% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than188540% of homes7% of homes

About 53 School St

How much is 53 School St, Charlestown, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 School St, Charlestown, MA is $1,699,287 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,579,529 to $1,819,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 School St, Charlestown, MA last sell?

53 School St, Charlestown, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 School St, Charlestown, MA?

53 School St, Charlestown, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,815 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 53 School St, Charlestown, MA built?

53 School St, Charlestown, MA was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 School St, Charlestown, MA?

53 School St, Charlestown, MA is assigned to Warren / Prescott K-8 School (elementary), rated A-; Horace Mann School For The Deaf (high). All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 School St, Charlestown, MA compare to other homes in Charlestown 02129?

Among the 5,261 homes in Charlestown 02129, it is worth more than 82% of them ($1,699,287 against a typical $1,040,289), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($936 against a typical $943), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,815 ft² against a typical 1,204 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (2,112 ft² against a typical 1,089 ft²) and it is newer than 40% of them (1885 against a typical 1899). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 92% 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 School St, Charlestown, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 School St, Charlestown, MA was $13,842. The county assessed it at $1,195,300.

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