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$928,664$595 / 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 92How 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 $866,000 on Aug 10, 2017

8 NEWCOMB ST

BOSTON, MA 02118
Building report
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,561 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.
1,561 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.
3
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

$929K
$858K low$999K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$866,000 · Aug 10, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,637 (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.$659,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$659,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,262,645

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.26%
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.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Orchard Gardens K-8 SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Boston Day & Evening AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02118These 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.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.92%
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.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,733
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26,785 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,217
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,291
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 Newcomb 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 73% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Boston 02118
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Boston 02118
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Boston 02118
  • Older than 69% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in Boston 02118

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

This home
$410K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Boston 02118.

How it measures up in Boston 02118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boston 02118.

Estimated value$928,664
CheaperTypical $990,895Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$595
CheaperTypical $1102Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,561 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,026 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size1,561 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,045 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 8 Newcomb St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoston 02118Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$928,66445% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5953% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,561 ft²74% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,561 ft²75% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than190053% of homes31% of homes

About 8 Newcomb St

How much is 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA is $928,664 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $857,983 to $999,345. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA last sell?

8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA last sold on Aug 10, 2017 for $866,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA?

8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,561 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA built?

8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA?

8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA is assigned to Orchard Gardens K-8 School (elementary), rated F; Boston Day & Evening Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA compare to other homes in Boston 02118?

Among the 6,232 homes in Boston 02118, it is worth more than 45% of them ($928,664 against a typical $990,895), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($595 against a typical $1102), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,561 ft² against a typical 1,026 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (1,561 ft² against a typical 1,045 ft²) and it is newer than 53% of them (1900 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 73% 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 Newcomb St, Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Newcomb St, Boston, MA was $7,637. The county assessed it at $659,500.

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