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$834,468$332 / 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 94How 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 $585,000 on Oct 10, 2008

172 BALSAM ST

FAIRHAVEN, MA 02719
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,515 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
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

$834K
$782K low$887K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · Oct 10, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,878 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,401,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$919,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$482,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,360,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,148,560

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.117 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
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.Conventional
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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

Transaction History(5)

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
LeRoy L. Wood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi
M
Elizabeth Hastings Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
H
Fairhaven High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Fairhaven School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02719These 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.103
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 100.61

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.91%
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.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,084
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,026 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,611
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.52%

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How this home compares

172 Balsam 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 93% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Fairhaven 02719

What homes are worth in Fairhaven 02719

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

This home
$301K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Fairhaven 02719.

How it measures up in Fairhaven 02719

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairhaven 02719.

Estimated value$834,468
CheaperTypical $500,424Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$332
CheaperTypical $381Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,515 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,365 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 172 Balsam St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairhaven 02719Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$834,46893% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33228% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,515 ft²91% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac74% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than201197% of homes94% of homes

About 172 Balsam St

How much is 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA is $834,468 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $781,659 to $887,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA last sell?

172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA last sold on Oct 10, 2008 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,515 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA built?

172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA is assigned to LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Elizabeth Hastings Middle School (middle), rated C+; Fairhaven High School (high), rated C. All sit in Fairhaven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA compare to other homes in Fairhaven 02719?

Among the 6,220 homes in Fairhaven 02719, it is worth more than 93% of them ($834,468 against a typical $500,424), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($332 against a typical $381), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,515 ft² against a typical 1,365 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2011 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 89% 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 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 172 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA was $12,878. The county assessed it at $1,401,300.

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