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$804,334$605 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

204 RIVER ST

WEST NEWTON, MA 02465
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,330 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.
3,064 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$804K
$712K low$896K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$804,334
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$643,467

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,952 (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.$607,300 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,558,285

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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
Burr Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Newton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02465These 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.59
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 100.74

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.97%
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.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,311
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,877 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,293
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$229,449
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

204 River 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 less than 93% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Auburndale
  • Among the smallest lots in Auburndale
  • Older than 97% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in West Newton 02465

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

This home
$663K$5.9M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in West Newton 02465.

How it measures up in West Newton 02465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Newton 02465.

Estimated value$804,334
CheaperTypical $1,344,061Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$605
CheaperTypical $700Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,154 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size3,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 204 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAuburndaleWest Newton 02465Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$804,3348% of homes7% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60529% of homes23% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,330 ft²12% of homes13% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,064 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18707% of homes5% of homes3% of homes

About 204 River St

How much is 204 River St, West Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 204 River St, West Newton, MA is $804,334 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $712,499 to $896,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 204 River St, West Newton, MA last sell?

204 River St, West Newton, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 204 River St, West Newton, MA?

204 River St, West Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,330 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 204 River St, West Newton, MA built?

204 River St, West Newton, MA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 204 River St, West Newton, MA?

204 River St, West Newton, MA is assigned to Burr Elementary School (elementary), rated A; F. A. Day Middle School (middle), rated A; Newton North High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Newton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 204 River St, West Newton, MA compare to other homes in West Newton 02465?

Among the 3,799 homes in West Newton 02465, it is worth more than 7% of them ($804,334 against a typical $1,344,061), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($605 against a typical $700), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 2,154 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,064 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1870 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 53% 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 204 River St, West Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 204 River St, West Newton, MA was $5,952. The county assessed it at $607,300.

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