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$692,239$494 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $668,000 on Oct 28, 2025

148 WEST ST

NEW SALEM, MA 01355
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 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.
20.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$692K
$656K low$728K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$668,000 · Oct 28, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,775 (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.$424,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$373,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$436,764
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$482,151

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.21
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.98
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Swift RiverC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.5 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Ralph C. Mahar School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01355These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.1,158
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,769
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,791
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

148 West 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 97% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Among the highest price per square foot in New Salem 01355
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in New Salem 01355

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

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$183K$755K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in New Salem 01355.

How it measures up in New Salem 01355

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Salem 01355.

Estimated value$692,239
CheaperTypical $408,178Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$494
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size20.99 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 148 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Salem 01355Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$692,23997% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$494almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²30% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.99 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than199071% of homes84% of homes

About 148 West St

How much is 148 West St, New Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 148 West St, New Salem, MA is $692,239 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $656,039 to $728,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 148 West St, New Salem, MA last sell?

148 West St, New Salem, MA last sold on Oct 28, 2025 for $668,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 148 West St, New Salem, MA?

148 West St, New Salem, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 20.98-acre lot.

When was 148 West St, New Salem, MA built?

148 West St, New Salem, MA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 148 West St, New Salem, MA?

148 West St, New Salem, MA is assigned to Swift River (elementary), rated C; Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Ralph C. Mahar School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 148 West St, New Salem, MA compare to other homes in New Salem 01355?

Among the 421 homes in New Salem 01355, it is worth more than 97% of them ($692,239 against a typical $408,178), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($494 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (20.99 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1990 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 96% 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 148 West St, New Salem, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 148 West St, New Salem, MA was $5,775. The county assessed it at $424,000.

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