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$889,812$611 / 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
Last sold for $150,000 on Nov 19, 2015

171A RIVER ST

SCITUATE, MA 02066
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,456 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$890K
$820K low$959K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Nov 19, 2015
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.$889,812
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$711,850

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,850 (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.$685,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$480,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$667,945

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.54
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
CountyPLYMOUTH
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.1969
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Electric
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(2)

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
Gates Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi
H
Scituate High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi
E
Cushing Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.9 mi

District: Scituate School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02066These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,854
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.871 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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

171a River 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 79% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Scituate 02066
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Scituate 02066
  • Older than 70% of homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Scituate 02066

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

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$548K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Scituate 02066.

How it measures up in Scituate 02066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scituate 02066.

Estimated value$889,812
CheaperTypical $1,011,315Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$611
CheaperTypical $518Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,032 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 171a River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScituate 02066Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$889,81234% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61174% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²21% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac21% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than195136% of homes30% of homes

About 171a River St

How much is 171a River St, Scituate, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171a River St, Scituate, MA is $889,812 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $820,407 to $959,217. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171a River St, Scituate, MA last sell?

171a River St, Scituate, MA last sold on Nov 19, 2015 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 171a River St, Scituate, MA?

171a River St, Scituate, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 171a River St, Scituate, MA built?

171a River St, Scituate, MA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 171a River St, Scituate, MA?

171a River St, Scituate, MA is assigned to Gates Middle School (middle), rated B+; Scituate High School (high), rated A; Cushing Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Scituate School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171a River St, Scituate, MA compare to other homes in Scituate 02066?

Among the 7,802 homes in Scituate 02066, it is worth more than 34% of them ($889,812 against a typical $1,011,315), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($611 against a typical $518), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 2,032 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1951 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 79% 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 171a River St, Scituate, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171a River St, Scituate, MA was $6,850. The county assessed it at $685,700.

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