Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $1,400,000 on Jul 20, 2022
57 DOROTHY RD
ARLINGTON, MA 02474
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,847 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,400,000 · Jul 20, 2022
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,175 (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.$1,328,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$590,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$732,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,305,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,332,353
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.72%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1959
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
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.
EHM
R.J. Hardy Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
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
57 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.
- Bigger than 84% of homes in Arlington 02474
- Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
- Older than 71% of homes in Middlesex County
How it measures up in Arlington 02474
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 02474.
Living area2,847 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,970 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 84% of homes nearby
Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 22% of homes nearby
Year built1928
OlderTypical 1934Newer
Newer than 44% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Arlington 02474 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,847 ft² | 84% of homes | 82% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.11 ac | 22% of homes | 15% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1928 | 44% of homes | 29% of homes |
About 57 Dorothy Rd
When did 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA last sell?
57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA last sold on Jul 20, 2022 for $1,400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?
57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,847 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.
When was 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA built?
57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?
57 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 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?
Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is bigger than 84% of them (2,847 ft² against a typical 1,970 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1928 against a typical 1934). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 57 Dorothy Rd, Arlington, MA was $14,175. The county assessed it at $1,328,500.
More homes on Dorothy Rd
- 58 Dorothy Rd # 58a4 bd · 2 ba · 2,030 ft² · Sold Jul 2023
- 44 Dorothy Rd # 46$1.5M3 bd · 3 ba · 2,288 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Jun 2023
- 54 Dorothy Rd$1.5M2 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,651 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Feb 2023
- 81 Dorothy Rd$1.2M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,786 ft² · Sold $1.1M · Nov 2021
- 71 Dorothy Rd$1.4M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,003 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Jul 2021
- 83 Dorothy Rd$1.4M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,790 ft² · Sold $1.1M · Jul 2019
- 53 Dorothy Rd # 2$636K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,254 ft² · Sold $550K · May 2018
- 57 Dorothy Rd # 2$704K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,365 ft² · Sold $541K · Nov 2017
- 85 Dorothy Rd$1.2M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,758 ft² · Sold $1M · Aug 2017
- 52 Dorothy Rd$1.5M2 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,628 ft² · Sold $900K · Aug 2016
- 69 Dorothy Rd$1.3M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,003 ft² · Sold $760K · Sep 2015
- 16 Dorothy Rd$735K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,183 ft² · Sold $420K · Dec 2014
Closest homes
- 9 Dorothy Rd # 1155 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 3,111 ft²
- 43 Margaret St$576K57 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,027 ft² · Sold $310K · Mar 2011
- 41 Margaret St$690K57 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,042 ft² · Sold $455K · Feb 2015
- 66a White St90 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,817 ft²
- 44a White St104 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 3,052 ft² · Sold $440K · May 2000
- 10 White St # 10a108 ft · 4 bd · 4 ba · 3,610 ft² · Sold $600K · Dec 2014
- 10 Dorothy Rd # 12135 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,484 ft² · Sold $1 · Oct 2006
- 68 Dorothy Rd130 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,422 ft² · Sold $75K · Mar 1979
More homes in Arlington 02474
- 64 Overlook Rd$1.4M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,025 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Sep 2026
- 10 Russell Pl$1.1M2 bd · 2 ba · 1,931 ft² · Sold $1M · Sep 2026
- 147 Lowell St$1.4M6 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,984 ft² · Sold $1.6M · Sep 2026
- 134 Lake St4 bd · 2 ba · 2,681 ft² · Sold $1M · Sep 2026
- 10 Edith St$1.1M4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,466 ft² · Sold $1M · Sep 2026
- 34 Washington St$962K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,498 ft² · Sold $1.1M · Sep 2026
- 80 Trowbridge St4 bd · 2 ba · 2,368 ft² · Sold $279K · Sep 2026
- 7 Joyce Rd$1.4M2 bd · 1 ba · 1,088 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Sep 2026
- 64 Charles St$905K1 bd · 1 ba · 1,536 ft² · Sold $900K · Sep 2026
- 215 Massachusetts Ave1 bd · 1 ba · 658 ft² · Sold $415K · Sep 2026
- 11 Marion Rd$800K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,297 ft² · Sold $800K · Sep 2026
- 77 Wright St$925K4 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 ft² · Sold $925K · Sep 2026
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