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$592,689$307 / 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 97How 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

14 MERRILL ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,928 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.
3,624 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$593K
$573K low$613K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,311 (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.$545,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$181,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$363,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$813,295

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.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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(10)

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.

H
Jeremiah E. Burke High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Up Academy HollandD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Sarah Greenwood K-8 SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02121These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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%

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How this home compares

14 Merrill 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 69% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Dorchester 02121

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02121

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

This home
$234K$962K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Dorchester 02121.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02121.

Estimated value$592,689
CheaperTypical $506,022Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$307
CheaperTypical $349Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,928 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,258 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 14 Merrill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$592,68944% of homes69% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30710% of homes32% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,928 ft²41% of homes23% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,624 ft²50% of homes35% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than193077% of homes79% of homes62% of homes

About 14 Merrill St

How much is 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA is $592,689 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $572,741 to $612,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA?

14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,928 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA built?

14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA?

14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Jeremiah E. Burke High School (high), rated F; Up Academy Holland (elementary), rated D-; Sarah Greenwood K-8 School (middle), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 69% of them ($592,689 against a typical $506,022), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($307 against a typical $349), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,928 ft² against a typical 3,258 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (3,624 ft² against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 79% of them (1930 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 32% 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 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 14 Merrill St, Dorchester, MA was $6,311. The county assessed it at $545,000.

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