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$532,613$256 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Dec 9, 2016

12 BUFFUM DAM RD

OXFORD, MA 01540
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,080 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.
0.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$533K
$505K low$560K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Dec 9, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,807 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$556,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$463,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$508,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$508,625

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.94
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.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(14)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alfred M Chaffee
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.8 mi
H
Oxford High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Oxford Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Oxford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01540These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.11,464
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.534 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,522
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,462
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

12 Buffum Dam Rd 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 81% of homes in Oxford 01540
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Oxford 01540
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Oxford 01540
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Oxford 01540
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Oxford 01540

What homes are worth in Oxford 01540

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

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$279K$744K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Oxford 01540.

How it measures up in Oxford 01540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oxford 01540.

Estimated value$532,613
CheaperTypical $422,177Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $296Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 12 Buffum Dam Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOxford 01540Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$532,61381% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25624% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²81% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.94 ac66% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than199180% of homes74% of homes

About 12 Buffum Dam Rd

How much is 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA is $532,613 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $505,113 to $560,113. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA last sell?

12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA last sold on Dec 9, 2016 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA?

12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 0.94-acre lot.

When was 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA built?

12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a cape cod home.

What schools serve 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA?

12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA is assigned to Alfred M Chaffee (elementary); Oxford High School (high), rated D+; Oxford Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Oxford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA compare to other homes in Oxford 01540?

Among the 3,741 homes in Oxford 01540, it is worth more than 81% of them ($532,613 against a typical $422,177), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($256 against a typical $296), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.94 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1991 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 62% 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 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12 Buffum Dam Rd, Oxford, MA was $6,807. The county assessed it at $556,600.

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