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$1,176,991$588 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,200,000 on Apr 30, 2020

88 VARNUM ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,000 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.
0.13 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.
3
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.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,200,000 · Apr 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,641 (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.$1,080,900 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,080,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$983,155

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.93 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.86%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
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.2019
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.Central
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
R.J. Hardy Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 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

88 Varnum 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 79% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 79% of 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.

This home
$342K$2M

This home is worth more than 68% 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$1,176,991
CheaperTypical $1,022,216Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$588
CheaperTypical $587Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 88 Varnum St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,176,99168% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58851% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than2,000 ft²51% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac39% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192021% of homes25% of homes

About 88 Varnum St

How much is 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA is $1,176,991 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,112,347 to $1,241,635. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA last sell?

88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA last sold on Apr 30, 2020 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA?

88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,000 square feet of living space.

When was 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA built?

88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA?

88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA is assigned to R.J. Hardy Elementary School (elementary), rated B; 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 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 68% of them ($1,176,991 against a typical $1,022,216), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($588 against a typical $587), it is bigger than 51% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1920 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 79% 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 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 88 Varnum St, Arlington, MA was $11,641. The county assessed it at $1,080,900.

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