Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$246,404$251 / 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 98How 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 $112,500 on May 5, 2017

197 MERRIMAC AVE

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01104
3
Beds
1
Baths
980 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$246K
$240K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$112,500 · May 5, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,274 (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.$208,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$169,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$207,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,930

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.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.0.19
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary LearningD
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Mary O PottengerD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01104These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,391
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,468 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,704
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,556
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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

197 Merrimac 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 Hampden County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Liberty Heights
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Liberty Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Springfield 01104
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Liberty Heights

What homes are worth in Springfield 01104

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

This home
$202K$446K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Springfield 01104.

How it measures up in Springfield 01104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01104.

Estimated value$246,404
CheaperTypical $284,361Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,402 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 197 Merrimac Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLiberty HeightsSpringfield 01104Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$246,40418% of homes17% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25172% of homes65% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than980 ft²11% of homes15% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac78% of homes80% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195172% of homes67% of homes40% of homes

About 197 Merrimac Ave

How much is 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA is $246,404 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $240,318 to $252,490. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA last sell?

197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA last sold on May 5, 2017 for $112,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA?

197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 980 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA built?

197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA?

197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA is assigned to The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning (middle), rated D; Mary O Pottenger (elementary), rated D. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01104?

Among the 5,872 homes in Springfield 01104, it is worth more than 17% of them ($246,404 against a typical $284,361), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($251 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 15% of them (980 ft² against a typical 1,402 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1951 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Hampden 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 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Merrimac Ave, Springfield, MA was $3,274. The county assessed it at $208,800.

More homes on Merrimac Ave

Closest homes

More homes in Springfield 01104

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 197 Merrimac Ave on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map