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$219,693$198 / 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 $215,500 on May 27, 2021

178 DORSET ST

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01108
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,109 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$220K
$207K low$232K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,500 · May 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,636 (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.$235,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$214,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,345

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
WashingtonD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Springfield High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
STEM Middle AcademyD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01108These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.27,287
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,028 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,338
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,673
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.50%

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How this home compares

178 Dorset 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 less than 94% of homes in Hampden County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Hampden County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Springfield 01108
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Hampden County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Springfield 01108

What homes are worth in Springfield 01108

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

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$130K$521K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Springfield 01108.

How it measures up in Springfield 01108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01108.

Estimated value$219,693
CheaperTypical $278,947Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,109 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,062 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1921Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 178 Dorset St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpringfield 01108Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$219,69317% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19859% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,109 ft²14% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac31% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than195080% of homes39% of homes

About 178 Dorset St

How much is 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA is $219,693 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $207,114 to $232,272. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA last sell?

178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA last sold on May 27, 2021 for $215,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA?

178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,109 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA built?

178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA?

178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA is assigned to Washington (elementary), rated D; Springfield High School (high), rated F; STEM Middle Academy (middle), rated D. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01108?

Among the 6,026 homes in Springfield 01108, it is worth more than 17% of them ($219,693 against a typical $278,947), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($198 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,109 ft² against a typical 2,062 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1950 against a typical 1921). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 6% 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 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 178 Dorset St, Springfield, MA was $3,636. The county assessed it at $235,200.

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