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$1,097,064$560 / 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 95How 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 $1,099,000 on May 22, 2026

52 RIVER ST

ARLINGTON, MA 02474
Building report
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,958 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.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,099,000 · May 22, 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.$218,064
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$174,451
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.80%
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.$879,000
Null Placeholder · 6.25% 1 · recorded May 22, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,124 (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.$940,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$940,000

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.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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

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
Thompson Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 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.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

52 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 more than 76% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Middlesex County

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
$342K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 57% 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$1,097,064
CheaperTypical $1,040,611Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$560
CheaperTypical $602Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,958 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 52 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 02474Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,097,06457% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$56036% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,958 ft²49% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than192536% of homes28% of homes

About 52 River St

How much is 52 River St, Arlington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 52 River St, Arlington, MA is $1,097,064 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,038,280 to $1,155,848. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 52 River St, Arlington, MA last sell?

52 River St, Arlington, MA last sold on May 22, 2026 for $1,099,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 52 River St, Arlington, MA?

52 River St, Arlington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,958 square feet of living space.

When was 52 River St, Arlington, MA built?

52 River St, Arlington, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 52 River St, Arlington, MA?

52 River St, Arlington, MA is assigned to Thompson Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Arlington High School (high), 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 52 River St, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?

Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is worth more than 57% of them ($1,097,064 against a typical $1,040,611), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($560 against a typical $602), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,958 ft² against a typical 1,968 ft²) and it is newer than 36% of them (1925 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 76% 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 River St, Arlington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 52 River St, Arlington, MA was $10,124. The county assessed it at $940,000.

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