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$799,250$640 / 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 Jun 23, 2026

21 RUSSELL TER

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,249 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.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$799K
$711K low$887K 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.$799,250
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$639,400

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,769 (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.$721,400 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$721,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$701,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
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.2020
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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

H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
John A. Bishop Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 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.28,942
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,752 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,385
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

21 Russell Ter 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 78% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Arlington 02474
  • Older than 96% 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
$349K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 22% 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$799,250
CheaperTypical $1,040,611Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$640
CheaperTypical $601Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,249 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 21 Russell Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,25022% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64063% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,249 ft²19% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than18904% of homes7% of homes

About 21 Russell Ter

How much is 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA is $799,250 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $711,332 to $887,167. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA?

21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,249 square feet of living space.

When was 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA built?

21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA?

21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA is assigned to Arlington High School (high), rated A+; John A. Bishop Elementary School (elementary), 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 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 22% of them ($799,250 against a typical $1,040,611), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($640 against a typical $601), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,249 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1890 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 52% 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 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Russell Ter, Arlington, MA was $7,769. The county assessed it at $721,400.

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