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$1,198,760$582 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $617,000 on Jun 7, 2013

53 WALNUT ST

SOMERVILLE, MA 02143
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,058 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.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$617,000 · Jun 7, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,889 (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.$1,456,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$704,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$751,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,244,785

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.Conventional
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(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.

H
Somerville High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln ParkC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Somerville School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02143These 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.136
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 100.75

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,570 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,148
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,076
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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 Walnut 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 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Union Square / Prospect Hill
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Somerville 02143

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

This home
$419K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Somerville 02143.

How it measures up in Somerville 02143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Somerville 02143.

Estimated value$1,198,760
CheaperTypical $888,121Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$582
CheaperTypical $761Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,734 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 53 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion Square / Prospect HillSomerville 02143Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,198,76079% of homes78% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5828% of homes10% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,058 ft²56% of homes59% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac74% of homes71% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than190059% of homes58% of homes15% of homes

About 53 Walnut St

How much is 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA is $1,198,760 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,065,114 to $1,332,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA last sell?

53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA last sold on Jun 7, 2013 for $617,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA?

53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,058 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA built?

53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA?

53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA is assigned to Somerville High School (high), rated C; Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park (elementary), rated C. All sit in Somerville School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA compare to other homes in Somerville 02143?

Among the 5,955 homes in Somerville 02143, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,198,760 against a typical $888,121), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($582 against a typical $761), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,058 ft² against a typical 1,734 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 58% of them (1900 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 80% 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 Walnut St, Somerville, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Walnut St, Somerville, MA was $15,889. The county assessed it at $1,456,400.

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