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$474,851$324 / 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 92How 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

16 EMERALD WAY

FORESTDALE, MA 02644
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,466 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$475K
$439K low$511K high
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.$310,851
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$248,681
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.$164,000
STEARNS LNDG · recorded May 27, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,712 (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.$351,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$153,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$627,380

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.14 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyBARNSTABLE
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
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
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(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
Forestdale School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.5 mi
M
Sandwich Middle High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Sandwich School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02644These 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.16
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.4,231
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.438 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,281
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,545
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.No

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

16 Emerald Way 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 90% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Forestdale 02644
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Forestdale 02644
  • Older than 83% of homes in Forestdale 02644

What homes are worth in Forestdale 02644

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

This home
$385K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Forestdale 02644.

How it measures up in Forestdale 02644

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forestdale 02644.

Estimated value$474,851
CheaperTypical $642,564Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$324
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,466 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,642 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 16 Emerald Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestdale 02644Barnstable County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,85111% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32416% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,466 ft²35% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac26% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197317% of homes45% of homes

About 16 Emerald Way

How much is 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA is $474,851 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $438,747 to $510,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA last sell?

16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA?

16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,466 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA built?

16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA?

16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA is assigned to Forestdale School (elementary); Sandwich Middle High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Sandwich School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA compare to other homes in Forestdale 02644?

Among the 1,509 homes in Forestdale 02644, it is worth more than 11% of them ($474,851 against a typical $642,564), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($324 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,466 ft² against a typical 1,642 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1973 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Barnstable County, it is worth more than 10% 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 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Emerald Way, Forestdale, MA was $3,712. The county assessed it at $351,200.

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