Commercial (General)Commercial
Last sold for $260,000 on May 9, 2011
20 FRANKLIN ST
LEE, MA 01238
4
Beds
2
Baths
12,106 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · May 9, 2011
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,549 (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.$759,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$584,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$749,800
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.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
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.
32
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.Commercial (General)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyBerkshire
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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(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.
ME
Lee Middle/High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi
Lee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
District: Lee School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01238These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.5,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,626
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,599
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
20 Franklin 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.
- Among the largest homes in Lee 01238
- Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Lee 01238
- Older than 65% of homes in Lee 01238
How it measures up in Lee 01238
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lee 01238.
Living area12,106 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,582 ft²Bigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger
Bigger than 25% of homes nearby
Year built1952
OlderTypical 1965Newer
Newer than 35% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Lee 01238 | Berkshire County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 12,106 ft² | almost all homes | almost all homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.38 ac | 25% of homes | 44% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1952 | 35% of homes | 48% of homes |
About 20 Franklin St
When did 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA last sell?
20 Franklin St, Lee, MA last sold on May 9, 2011 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA?
20 Franklin St, Lee, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 12,106 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.
When was 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA built?
20 Franklin St, Lee, MA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA?
20 Franklin St, Lee, MA is assigned to Lee Middle/High School (middle), rated B+; Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Lee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA compare to other homes in Lee 01238?
Among the 2,374 homes in Lee 01238, it is bigger than almost all of them (12,106 ft² against a typical 1,582 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1952 against a typical 1965). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Franklin St, Lee, MA was $8,549. The county assessed it at $759,900.
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