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$346,153$314 / 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 91How 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 $144,000 on May 1, 2002

161 MONSON RD

WALES, MA 01081
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,102 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$346K
$315K low$377K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$144,000 · May 1, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,879 (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.$269,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,025

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.Cape Cod
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Wales Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.5 mi
H
Tantasqua Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi
M
Tantasqua Regional Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 9.9 mi

District: Tantasqua School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01081These 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.143
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 100.58

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,591
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,203
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

161 Monson Rd 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Hampden County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Hampden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Hampden County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in Wales 01081

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

This home
$145K$701K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Wales 01081.

How it measures up in Wales 01081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wales 01081.

Estimated value$346,153
CheaperTypical $366,038Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,102 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,323 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 161 Monson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWales 01081Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$346,15343% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31464% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,102 ft²34% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac55% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199479% of homes89% of homes

About 161 Monson Rd

How much is 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA is $346,153 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $315,456 to $376,851. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA last sell?

161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA last sold on May 1, 2002 for $144,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA?

161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,102 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA built?

161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA?

161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA is assigned to Wales Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Tantasqua Regional High School (high), rated B+; Tantasqua Regional Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Tantasqua School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA compare to other homes in Wales 01081?

Among the 757 homes in Wales 01081, it is worth more than 43% of them ($346,153 against a typical $366,038), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($314 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,102 ft² against a typical 1,323 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1994 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 55% 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 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Monson Rd, Wales, MA was $3,879. The county assessed it at $269,000.

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