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$938,049$477 / 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 95How 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 $890,000 on Apr 30, 2021

87 ELLERY RD

WALTHAM, MA 02453
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,968 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
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

$938K
$896K low$981K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$890,000 · Apr 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,550 (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.$768,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$456,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$312,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,077,395

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
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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(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
James Fitzgerald Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02453These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
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.6.8%
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.32,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,464 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,606
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

87 Ellery 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 82% of homes in Waltham 02453
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Warrendale
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Warrendale

What homes are worth in Waltham 02453

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

This home
$337K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Waltham 02453.

How it measures up in Waltham 02453

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02453.

Estimated value$938,049
CheaperTypical $786,408Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$477
CheaperTypical $492Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,968 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,866 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 87 Ellery Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWarrendaleWaltham 02453Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$938,04975% of homes82% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47738% of homes45% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,968 ft²65% of homes54% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac43% of homes53% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than193525% of homes52% of homes34% of homes

About 87 Ellery Rd

How much is 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA is $938,049 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $895,549 to $980,549. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA last sell?

87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA last sold on Apr 30, 2021 for $890,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA?

87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,968 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA built?

87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA?

87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA is assigned to James Fitzgerald Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; John W. McDevitt Middle School (middle), rated B; 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 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02453?

Among the 6,296 homes in Waltham 02453, it is worth more than 82% of them ($938,049 against a typical $786,408), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($477 against a typical $492), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,968 ft² against a typical 1,866 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1935 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 66% 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 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 87 Ellery Rd, Waltham, MA was $7,550. The county assessed it at $768,800.

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