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$1,996,595$424 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Jul 19, 1991

8 COLLEGE AVE

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,707 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2M
$1.7M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jul 19, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,453 (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.$1,729,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$693,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,036,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,720,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,789,662

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Slate
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, Basement
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 A. Bishop Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 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

8 College Ave 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 97% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Among the largest homes in Arlington 02474
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Among the oldest homes in Arlington 02474

What homes are worth in Arlington 02474

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

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$335K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 97% 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$1,996,595
CheaperTypical $1,030,864Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$424
CheaperTypical $592Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area4,707 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8 College Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,996,59597% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4245% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than4,707 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac86% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than1850almost no homes2% of homes

About 8 College Ave

How much is 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA is $1,996,595 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,738,689 to $2,254,501. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA last sell?

8 College Ave, Arlington, MA last sold on Jul 19, 1991 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA?

8 College Ave, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,707 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA built?

8 College Ave, Arlington, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA?

8 College Ave, 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 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,996,595 against a typical $1,030,864), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($424 against a typical $592), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,707 ft² against a typical 1,972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1850 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 95% 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 College Ave, Arlington, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8 College Ave, Arlington, MA was $18,453. The county assessed it at $1,729,400.

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