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$1,625,272$824 / 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 88How 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 $1,050,008 on Feb 28, 2022

8 ASHLAND ST

SOMERVILLE, MA 02144
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,972 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.
2,916 ft²
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.
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,050,008 · Feb 28, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,424 (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.$1,322,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$553,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$769,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,737,075

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.0.07
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

Transaction History(4)

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
John F KennedyA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Somerville High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Somerville School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02144These 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.121
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 100.77

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.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.27,333
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23,644 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,001
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$167,407
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

8 Ashland 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 90% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Somerville 02144

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

This home
$534K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Somerville 02144.

How it measures up in Somerville 02144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Somerville 02144.

Estimated value$1,625,272
CheaperTypical $1,019,630Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$824
CheaperTypical $753Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,972 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size2,916 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,703 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 8 Ashland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePorter SquareSomerville 02144Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,625,27283% of homes88% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$82447% of homes71% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,972 ft²54% of homes39% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,916 ft²22% of homes11% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than190038% of homes33% of homes15% of homes

About 8 Ashland St

How much is 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA is $1,625,272 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,436,414 to $1,814,130. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA last sell?

8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA last sold on Feb 28, 2022 for $1,050,008, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA?

8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,972 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA built?

8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA?

8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA is assigned to John F Kennedy (elementary), rated A; Somerville High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Somerville School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA compare to other homes in Somerville 02144?

Among the 5,657 homes in Somerville 02144, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,625,272 against a typical $1,019,630), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($824 against a typical $753), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,972 ft² against a typical 2,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (2,916 ft² against a typical 3,703 ft²) and it is newer than 33% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 90% 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 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Ashland St, Somerville, MA was $14,424. The county assessed it at $1,322,100.

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