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$287,004$224 / 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 99How 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 $185,500 on Jun 3, 2016

162 VELMA AVE

PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,280 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$287K
$283K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,500 · Jun 3, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,170 (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.$288,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,900

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.47
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyBERKSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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(9)

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
CrosbyD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Taconic High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
John T Reid Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Pittsfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01201These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,556
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.639 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,277
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,002
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

162 Velma Ave 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 71% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Pittsfield 01201

What homes are worth in Pittsfield 01201

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

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$140K$869K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Pittsfield 01201.

How it measures up in Pittsfield 01201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsfield 01201.

Estimated value$287,004
CheaperTypical $301,654Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 162 Velma Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsfield 01201Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,00443% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22458% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²29% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac51% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than197686% of homes72% of homes

About 162 Velma Ave

How much is 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA is $287,004 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $282,894 to $291,114. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA last sell?

162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA last sold on Jun 3, 2016 for $185,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA built?

162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA is assigned to Crosby (elementary), rated D; Taconic High School (high), rated D+; John T Reid Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Pittsfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA compare to other homes in Pittsfield 01201?

Among the 14,714 homes in Pittsfield 01201, it is worth more than 43% of them ($287,004 against a typical $301,654), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($224 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1976 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 29% 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 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 162 Velma Ave, Pittsfield, MA was $5,170. The county assessed it at $288,200.

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