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$663,216$199 / 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 90How 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

17 WAUMBECK ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
7
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,340 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$663K
$597K low$730K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,303 (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.$544,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$196,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$347,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$707,940

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.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Boston Latin AcadenyB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.2 mi
E
William Monroe Trotter K-8 SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 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%

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How this home compares

17 Waumbeck 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 more than 80% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Roxbury

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
$234K$926K

This home is worth more than 80% of 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$663,216
CheaperTypical $515,182Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $355Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area3,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 17 Waumbeck St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxburyDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$663,21666% of homes80% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$199almost no homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,340 ft²75% of homes52% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac85% of homes79% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than190556% of homes56% of homes38% of homes

About 17 Waumbeck St

How much is 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA is $663,216 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $596,776 to $729,656. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Oct 29, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA?

17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA has 7 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,340 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA built?

17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA?

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

How does 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 80% of them ($663,216 against a typical $515,182), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($199 against a typical $355), it is bigger than 52% of them (3,340 ft² against a typical 3,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 56% of them (1905 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 43% 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 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA was $6,303. The county assessed it at $544,300.

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