Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $110,000 on May 28, 1987
68 RIVER ST # 70
ARLINGTON, MA 02474
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,588 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · May 28, 1987
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.$264,000
MONUMENT MORTGAGE INC · recorded Nov 19, 2009
2nd 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.$255,000
MORTGAGE MASTER INC
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,814 (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.$1,096,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$586,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$510,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,032,000
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.
EHM
Thompson Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
Arlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
Ottoson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 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
68 River St # 70 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.
- Bigger than 77% of homes in Arlington 02474
- Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Middlesex County
- Older than 76% 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.
Living area2,588 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 77% of homes nearby
Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 19% of homes nearby
Year built1922
OlderTypical 1932Newer
Newer than 24% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Arlington 02474 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,588 ft² | 77% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.11 ac | 19% of homes | 14% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1922 | 24% of homes | 26% of homes |
About 68 River St # 70
When did 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA last sell?
68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA last sold on May 28, 1987 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA?
68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,588 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.
When was 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA built?
68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA?
68 River St # 70, 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 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA compare to other homes in Arlington 02474?
Among the 8,570 homes in Arlington 02474, it is bigger than 77% of them (2,588 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1922 against a typical 1932). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 68 River St # 70, Arlington, MA was $11,814. The county assessed it at $1,096,900.
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