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$283,750$529 / 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
Last sold for $105,000 on Dec 18, 2012

260 RIVER ST

WALTHAM, MA 02453
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
536 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$284K
$253K low$315K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Dec 18, 2012
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.$283,750
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$227,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,969 (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.$200,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$237,975

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.2000
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.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Henry Whittemore Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

260 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Waltham 02453
  • Among the smallest homes in Waltham 02453
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Waltham 02453

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
$366K$1.3M

This home is worth less than almost all 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$283,750
CheaperTypical $798,446Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$529
CheaperTypical $503Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,862 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 260 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe BleacheryWaltham 02453Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,7502% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52962% of homes60% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than536 ft²4% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac41% of homes41% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than196373% of homes78% of homes56% of homes

About 260 River St

How much is 260 River St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 260 River St, Waltham, MA is $283,750 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $252,537 to $314,962. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 260 River St, Waltham, MA last sell?

260 River St, Waltham, MA last sold on Dec 18, 2012 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 260 River St, Waltham, MA?

260 River St, Waltham, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 536 square feet of living space.

When was 260 River St, Waltham, MA built?

260 River St, Waltham, MA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 260 River St, Waltham, MA?

260 River St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Henry Whittemore 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 260 River St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02453?

Among the 6,296 homes in Waltham 02453, it is worth more than almost none of them ($283,750 against a typical $798,446), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($529 against a typical $503), it is bigger than almost none of them (536 ft² against a typical 1,862 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1963 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 2% 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 260 River St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 260 River St, Waltham, MA was $1,969. The county assessed it at $200,500.

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