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$1,261,369$521 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

71 RICHFIELD RD

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,423 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,261,369
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,009,095

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,802 (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.$1,095,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$540,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$555,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,231,865

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
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.0.16
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.Hot Water
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John A. Bishop Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 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.28,942
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,752 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,385
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

71 Richfield 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 more than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 67% 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
$349K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 73% 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$1,261,369
CheaperTypical $1,039,950Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$521
CheaperTypical $601Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,423 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 71 Richfield Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,261,36973% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52124% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,423 ft²71% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac61% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than193249% of homes33% of homes

About 71 Richfield Rd

How much is 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA is $1,261,369 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,188,175 to $1,334,563. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA last sell?

71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA?

71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,423 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA built?

71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA was built in 1932, making it 94 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA?

71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA is assigned to John A. Bishop 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 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 73% of them ($1,261,369 against a typical $1,039,950), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($521 against a typical $601), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,423 ft² against a typical 1,968 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1932 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 82% 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 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 71 Richfield Rd, Arlington, MA was $11,802. The county assessed it at $1,095,800.

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