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$898,908$373 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $280,000 on Aug 23, 1993

242 DEDHAM ST

CANTON, MA 02021
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,410 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$899K
$815K low$983K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Aug 23, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,209 (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.$830,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$350,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$480,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$798,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,132,210

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
CountyNORFOLK
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.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(4)

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
William H. Galvin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Canton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Canton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02021These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.25,067
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,278 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,421
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,387
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.52%

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How this home compares

242 Dedham 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.

  • Worth more than 66% of homes in Canton 02021
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Canton 02021
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Norfolk County

What homes are worth in Canton 02021

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

This home
$310K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Canton 02021.

How it measures up in Canton 02021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canton 02021.

Estimated value$898,908
CheaperTypical $777,352Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $415Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,892 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 242 Dedham St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanton 02021Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$898,90866% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37325% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,410 ft²71% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac71% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than196340% of homes55% of homes

About 242 Dedham St

How much is 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA is $898,908 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $814,736 to $983,080. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA last sell?

242 Dedham St, Canton, MA last sold on Aug 23, 1993 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA?

242 Dedham St, Canton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,410 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA built?

242 Dedham St, Canton, MA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA?

242 Dedham St, Canton, MA is assigned to William H. Galvin Middle School (middle), rated B; John F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Canton High School (high), rated A. All sit in Canton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA compare to other homes in Canton 02021?

Among the 7,558 homes in Canton 02021, it is worth more than 66% of them ($898,908 against a typical $777,352), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($373 against a typical $415), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,410 ft² against a typical 1,892 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1963 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 66% 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 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Dedham St, Canton, MA was $8,209. The county assessed it at $830,000.

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