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$650,893$524 / 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 93How 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 $135,000 on Apr 17, 1996

171 WALNUT ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02122
Building report
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,243 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.
1,243 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$651K
$605K low$697K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Apr 17, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,636 (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.$659,400 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$659,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$585,485

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.56
97
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.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.105 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.82%
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.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Richard J. Murphy K-8 SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Community Academy Of Science And HealthF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02122These 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.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.23,849
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,977 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,827
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,947
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

171 Walnut 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Dorchester
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Dorchester
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02122

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

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$290K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Dorchester 02122.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02122

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02122.

Estimated value$650,893
CheaperTypical $614,106Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$524
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,938 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,398 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 171 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02122Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$650,89357% of homes58% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52471% of homes68% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,243 ft²22% of homes27% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,243 ft²15% of homes20% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than198888% of homes87% of homes84% of homes

About 171 Walnut St

How much is 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA is $650,893 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $604,536 to $697,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Apr 17, 1996 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA?

171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,243 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA built?

171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA?

171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Richard J. Murphy K-8 School (elementary), rated C; Community Academy Of Science And Health (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02122?

Among the 4,918 homes in Dorchester 02122, it is worth more than 58% of them ($650,893 against a typical $614,106), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($524 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,243 ft² against a typical 1,938 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (1,243 ft² against a typical 3,398 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (1988 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 41% 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 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 Walnut St, Dorchester, MA was $7,636. The county assessed it at $659,400.

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