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$631,770$446 / 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 90How 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 $630,000 on May 27, 2026

52 RICH ST

WALTHAM, MA 02451
Building report
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,418 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.
4,010 ft²
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.
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

$632K
$570K low$693K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$630,000 · May 27, 2026
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.$256,770
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$205,416
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.59%
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.$375,000
Null Placeholder · 5.5% 1 · recorded May 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,701 (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.$580,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$580,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$649,895

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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Thomas R Plympton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Waltham Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Waltham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02451These 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.84
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 100.76

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.16,966
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,036 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,384
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,140
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

52 Rich 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 80% of homes in Waltham 02451
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Bank Square
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Waltham 02451

What homes are worth in Waltham 02451

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

This home
$327K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Waltham 02451.

How it measures up in Waltham 02451

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waltham 02451.

Estimated value$631,770
CheaperTypical $780,979Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$446
CheaperTypical $468Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,418 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,784 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size4,010 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 52 Rich St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBank SquareWaltham 02451Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$631,77036% of homes20% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44632% of homes40% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,418 ft²31% of homes31% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,010 ft²12% of homes15% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192058% of homes21% of homes26% of homes

About 52 Rich St

How much is 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA is $631,770 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $570,147 to $693,393. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA last sell?

52 Rich St, Waltham, MA last sold on May 27, 2026 for $630,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA?

52 Rich St, Waltham, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,418 square feet of living space.

When was 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA built?

52 Rich St, Waltham, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA?

52 Rich St, Waltham, MA is assigned to Thomas R Plympton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Waltham Sr High School (high), rated C; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Waltham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA compare to other homes in Waltham 02451?

Among the 4,967 homes in Waltham 02451, it is worth more than 20% of them ($631,770 against a typical $780,979), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($446 against a typical $468), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,418 ft² against a typical 1,784 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (4,010 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1920 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 29% 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 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 52 Rich St, Waltham, MA was $5,701. The county assessed it at $580,600.

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