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$1,815,344$432 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $1,280,000 on Dec 4, 2019

78 RICE RD

WAYLAND, MA 01778
5
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
4,200 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.
1.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1776
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.7M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,280,000 · Dec 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,769 (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.$1,520,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$610,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$909,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,451,300

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.48
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
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.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.70
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

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
Loker Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Wayland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Wayland High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Wayland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01778These 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.26
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.95%
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.4.1%
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.14,571
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.886 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$194,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$239,254
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 Rice 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 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Wayland 01778
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Wayland 01778
  • Among the oldest homes in Wayland 01778

What homes are worth in Wayland 01778

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

This home
$562K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Wayland 01778.

How it measures up in Wayland 01778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wayland 01778.

Estimated value$1,815,344
CheaperTypical $1,116,116Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$432
CheaperTypical $529Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area4,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size1.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1776
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 78 Rice Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWayland 01778Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,815,34488% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43214% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than4,200 ft²93% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.7 ac88% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than1776almost no homesalmost no homes

About 78 Rice Rd

How much is 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA is $1,815,344 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,736,947 to $1,893,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA last sell?

78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA last sold on Dec 4, 2019 for $1,280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA?

78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4,200 square feet of living space and a 1.70-acre lot.

When was 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA built?

78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA was built in 1776, making it 250 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA?

78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA is assigned to Loker Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Wayland Middle School (middle), rated A; Wayland High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wayland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA compare to other homes in Wayland 01778?

Among the 4,889 homes in Wayland 01778, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,815,344 against a typical $1,116,116), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($432 against a typical $529), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,200 ft² against a typical 2,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1.7 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1776 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 93% 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 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Rice Rd, Wayland, MA was $23,769. The county assessed it at $1,520,700.

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