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$222,405$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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $127,500 on Sep 30, 2015

196 WELLS AVE

NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
806 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$222K
$204K low$240K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,500 · Sep 30, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,111 (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.$186,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,604

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
CountyBERKSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.59
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(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
Brayton Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.0 mi
M
Drury High SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.6 mi

District: North Adams School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01247These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,194
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.257 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,558
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,518
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

196 Wells Ave 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 88% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in North Adams 01247
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in North Adams 01247
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in North Adams 01247
  • Newer than 75% of homes in North Adams 01247

What homes are worth in North Adams 01247

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

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$112K$561K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in North Adams 01247.

How it measures up in North Adams 01247

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Adams 01247.

Estimated value$222,405
CheaperTypical $243,298Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area806 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 196 Wells Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Adams 01247Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$222,40538% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27697% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than806 ft²3% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac71% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195775% of homes54% of homes

About 196 Wells Ave

How much is 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA is $222,405 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $204,440 to $240,370. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA last sell?

196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA last sold on Sep 30, 2015 for $127,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA?

196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 806 square feet of living space and a 0.59-acre lot.

When was 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA built?

196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA?

196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA is assigned to Brayton Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Drury High School (middle), rated F. All sit in North Adams School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA compare to other homes in North Adams 01247?

Among the 4,728 homes in North Adams 01247, it is worth more than 38% of them ($222,405 against a typical $243,298), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($276 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 3% of them (806 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1957 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 12% 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 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 Wells Ave, North Adams, MA was $3,111. The county assessed it at $186,200.

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