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$291,798$349 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $83,000 on Jul 16, 1999

159 WACHUSETT ST

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
2
Beds
1
Baths
837 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$292K
$281K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$83,000 · Jul 16, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,630 (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.$231,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$207,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$256,880

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.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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
Arthur T TalmadgeC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Springfield High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
STEM Middle AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01118These 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.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,838
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,785 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,908
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.50%

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How this home compares

159 Wachusett 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 less than 69% of homes in Springfield 01118
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Sixteen Acres
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Sixteen Acres
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Sixteen Acres
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Springfield 01118

What homes are worth in Springfield 01118

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

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$230K$455K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Springfield 01118.

How it measures up in Springfield 01118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01118.

Estimated value$291,798
CheaperTypical $313,144Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area837 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 159 Wachusett St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSixteen AcresSpringfield 01118Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,79836% of homes31% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$349almost all homesalmost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than837 ft²4% of homes4% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac24% of homes59% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than196255% of homes76% of homes59% of homes

About 159 Wachusett St

How much is 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA is $291,798 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $281,248 to $302,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA last sell?

159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA last sold on Jul 16, 1999 for $83,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA?

159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 837 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA built?

159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA?

159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA is assigned to Arthur T Talmadge (elementary), rated C-; Springfield High School (high); STEM Middle Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01118?

Among the 5,096 homes in Springfield 01118, it is worth more than 31% of them ($291,798 against a typical $313,144), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($349 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 4% of them (837 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1962 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 31% 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 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Wachusett St, Springfield, MA was $3,630. The county assessed it at $231,500.

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