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$1,261,241$685 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,110,000 on Jan 22, 2024

78 CHAPEL ST

NEWTON, MA 02458
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,842 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,110,000 · Jan 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,800 (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.$1,000,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$754,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$245,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,000,000

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.Two Family
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
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(7)

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
Lincoln-Eliot Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Bigelow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02458These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.14,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,633
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

78 Chapel 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 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Newton 02458

What homes are worth in Newton 02458

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

This home
$457K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Newton 02458.

How it measures up in Newton 02458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 02458.

Estimated value$1,261,241
CheaperTypical $1,321,503Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$685
CheaperTypical $666Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 78 Chapel St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNonantumNewton 02458Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,261,24165% of homes46% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68560% of homes56% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,842 ft²47% of homes36% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac52% of homes41% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than194064% of homes74% of homes36% of homes

About 78 Chapel St

How much is 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA is $1,261,241 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,128,709 to $1,393,773. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA last sell?

78 Chapel St, Newton, MA last sold on Jan 22, 2024 for $1,110,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA?

78 Chapel St, Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,842 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA built?

78 Chapel St, Newton, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA?

78 Chapel St, Newton, MA is assigned to Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Bigelow Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton North High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA compare to other homes in Newton 02458?

Among the 3,665 homes in Newton 02458, it is worth more than 46% of them ($1,261,241 against a typical $1,321,503), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($685 against a typical $666), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,842 ft² against a typical 2,236 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1940 against a typical 1920). 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 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Chapel St, Newton, MA was $9,800. The county assessed it at $1,000,000.

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