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$435,478$219 / 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 93How 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

18 HOWES RD

SHELBURNE FALLS, MA 01370
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,993 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.
2.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$435K
$407K low$464K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,970 (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.$352,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$333,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,485

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.70
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.Hot Water
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
Buckland - Shelburne ElementaryC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.1 mi
M
Mohawk Trail Regional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Mohawk Trail School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01370These 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 100.55

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,073
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,439
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,492
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.50%

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How this home compares

18 Howes Rd 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 71% of homes in Franklin County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Shelburne Falls 01370

What homes are worth in Shelburne Falls 01370

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

This home
$217K$955K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Shelburne Falls 01370.

How it measures up in Shelburne Falls 01370

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shelburne Falls 01370.

Estimated value$435,478
CheaperTypical $412,923Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,993 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,808 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2.7 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 18 Howes Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShelburne Falls 01370Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,47857% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21937% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,993 ft²60% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.7 ac60% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than198881% of homes81% of homes

About 18 Howes Rd

How much is 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA is $435,478 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $407,032 to $463,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA last sell?

18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA?

18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,993 square feet of living space and a 2.70-acre lot.

When was 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA built?

18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA?

18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA is assigned to Buckland - Shelburne Elementary (elementary), rated C-; Mohawk Trail Regional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Mohawk Trail School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA compare to other homes in Shelburne Falls 01370?

Among the 1,496 homes in Shelburne Falls 01370, it is worth more than 57% of them ($435,478 against a typical $412,923), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($219 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,993 ft² against a typical 1,808 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (2.7 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1988 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 71% 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 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18 Howes Rd, Shelburne Falls, MA was $5,970. The county assessed it at $352,400.

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