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$1,402,677$247 / 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 84How 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 $500,000 on Sep 14, 2017

156 RUTHVEN ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
9
Beds
2.5
Baths
5,679 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Sep 14, 2017
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.$1,290,677
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,032,542
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.35%
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.$112,000
Null Placeholder · 6.51% · recorded Jun 29, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,708 (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.$665,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$420,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$792,965

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.Victorian
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
William Monroe Trotter K-8 SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Boston Latin AcadenyB+
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 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%

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.Yes

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

156 Ruthven 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Suffolk County
  • Among the largest homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Older than 88% 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
$244K$989K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$1,402,677
CheaperTypical $545,099Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $372Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area5,679 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,271 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 156 Ruthven St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxburyDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,402,677almost all homesalmost all homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2478% of homes10% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than5,679 ft²97% of homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac96% of homes97% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than189926% of homes12% of homes18% of homes

About 156 Ruthven St

How much is 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA is $1,402,677 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,171,812 to $1,633,542. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Sep 14, 2017 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA?

156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA has 9 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 5,679 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA built?

156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA?

156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to William Monroe Trotter K-8 School (elementary), rated C-; Boston Latin Acadeny (high), rated B+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,402,677 against a typical $545,099), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($247 against a typical $372), it is bigger than 98% of them (5,679 ft² against a typical 3,271 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 12% of them (1899 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 88% 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 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 156 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA was $7,708. The county assessed it at $665,600.

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