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$320,049$276 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

18 GATES ST

PALMER, MA 01069
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,161 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.
1.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$320K
$300K low$340K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,420 (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.$241,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$274,075

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.180 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Ranch
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.49
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
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(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.

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

M
Palmer High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Old Mill PondD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.1 mi

District: Palmer School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01069These 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.111
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 100.61

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,418
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,368
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

18 Gates 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 75% of homes in Hampden County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Hampden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in Palmer 01069

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

This home
$183K$631K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Palmer 01069.

How it measures up in Palmer 01069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmer 01069.

Estimated value$320,049
CheaperTypical $336,948Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,161 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 18 Gates St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 01069Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$320,04942% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27671% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,161 ft²27% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.49 ac78% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than196251% of homes60% of homes

About 18 Gates St

How much is 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA is $320,049 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $299,984 to $340,114. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA last sell?

18 Gates St, Palmer, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

18 Gates St, Palmer, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,161 square feet of living space and a 1.49-acre lot.

When was 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA built?

18 Gates St, Palmer, MA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

18 Gates St, Palmer, MA is assigned to Palmer High School (middle), rated C+; Old Mill Pond (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Palmer School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA compare to other homes in Palmer 01069?

Among the 3,192 homes in Palmer 01069, it is worth more than 42% of them ($320,049 against a typical $336,948), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($276 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,161 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.49 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1962 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 44% 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 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18 Gates St, Palmer, MA was $4,420. The county assessed it at $241,800.

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