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$238,926$136 / 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 89How 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 $175,000 on Feb 28, 2023

172 ROUTE 8A

CHARLEMONT, MA 01339
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,752 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$239K
$213K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Feb 28, 2023
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.$238,926
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$191,141

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,239 (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.$172,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,800

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.39 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
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
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
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.

E
Hawlemont Regional Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.0 mi
M
Mohawk Trail Regional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Hawlemont School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01339These 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.130
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 100.49

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.1,664
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,901
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,962
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

172 Route 8a 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 89% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Charlemont 01339

What homes are worth in Charlemont 01339

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

This home
$129K$820K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Charlemont 01339.

How it measures up in Charlemont 01339

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlemont 01339.

Estimated value$238,926
CheaperTypical $337,828Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,752 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 4.38 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 172 Route 8a ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharlemont 01339Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,92619% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1369% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,752 ft²57% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac42% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than193034% of homes35% of homes

About 172 Route 8a

How much is 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA is $238,926 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $212,505 to $265,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA last sell?

172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA last sold on Feb 28, 2023 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?

172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,752 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA built?

172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?

172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA is assigned to Hawlemont Regional Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mohawk Trail Regional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Hawlemont School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA compare to other homes in Charlemont 01339?

Among the 714 homes in Charlemont 01339, it is worth more than 19% of them ($238,926 against a typical $337,828), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($136 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,752 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (3 ac against a typical 4.38 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1930 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 11% 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 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 172 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA was $3,239. The county assessed it at $172,200.

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