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$780,672$575 / 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 $1,002,419 on Sep 10, 2019

84 GALEN ST

WALTHAM, MA 02451
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,357 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$781K
$696K low$865K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,002,419 · Sep 10, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,293 (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.$742,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$477,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$265,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$646,475

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.0.33
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.Asphalt
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(5)

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
Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02451These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.16,966
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,036 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,384
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,140
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

84 Galen 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in The Highlands
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in The Highlands
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in The Highlands
  • Older than 79% of homes in Waltham 02451

What homes are worth in Waltham 02451

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

This home
$367K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Waltham 02451.

How it measures up in Waltham 02451

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02451.

Estimated value$780,672
CheaperTypical $789,636Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$575
CheaperTypical $473Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,357 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,779 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 84 Galen St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe HighlandsWaltham 02451Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$780,67243% of homes48% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57589% of homes80% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,357 ft²15% of homes28% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac93% of homes76% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than192040% of homes21% of homes25% of homes

About 84 Galen St

How much is 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA is $780,672 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $696,050 to $865,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA last sell?

84 Galen St, Waltham, MA last sold on Sep 10, 2019 for $1,002,419, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA?

84 Galen St, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,357 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA built?

84 Galen St, Waltham, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA?

84 Galen St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Thomas R Plympton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated A-; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated C. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02451?

Among the 4,967 homes in Waltham 02451, it is worth more than 48% of them ($780,672 against a typical $789,636), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($575 against a typical $473), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,357 ft² against a typical 1,779 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1920 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 50% 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 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 84 Galen St, Waltham, MA was $7,293. The county assessed it at $742,700.

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