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$938,897$698 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $805,000 on May 11, 2022

301 RIVER ST

WEST NEWTON, MA 02465
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,346 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.
4,110 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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

$939K
$877K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$805,000 · May 11, 2022
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.$633,897
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$507,118
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.34%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$305,000
LEADER BANK NA · P · recorded May 11, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,194 (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.$734,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$662,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$936,035

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.0.09
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.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Franklin Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
F. A. Day Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Newton North High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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

301 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 83% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in West Newton 02465
  • Older than 93% 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 17% 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$938,897
CheaperTypical $1,344,061Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$698
CheaperTypical $700Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,346 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,154 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size4,110 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 301 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Newton 02465Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$938,89717% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$69849% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,346 ft²14% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,110 ft²3% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189017% of homes7% of homes

About 301 River St

How much is 301 River St, West Newton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 301 River St, West Newton, MA is $938,897 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $876,731 to $1,001,063. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 301 River St, West Newton, MA last sell?

301 River St, West Newton, MA last sold on May 11, 2022 for $805,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 301 River St, West Newton, MA?

301 River St, West Newton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,346 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 301 River St, West Newton, MA built?

301 River St, West Newton, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 301 River St, West Newton, MA?

301 River St, West Newton, MA is assigned to Franklin 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 301 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 17% of them ($938,897 against a typical $1,344,061), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($698 against a typical $700), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,346 ft² against a typical 2,154 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (4,110 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1890 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 65% 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 301 River St, West Newton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 301 River St, West Newton, MA was $7,194. The county assessed it at $734,100.

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