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$310,069$248 / 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
Last sold for $281,000 on Aug 25, 2023

242 GILBERT AVE

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01119
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,248 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$310K
$289K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$281,000 · Aug 25, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,950 (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.$251,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$214,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$305,235

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
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Thomas M BallietD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Springfield Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Springfield Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01119These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.12%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,929
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,869 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,067
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%

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How this home compares

242 Gilbert 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 more than 78% of homes in Pine Point
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Hampden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Pine Point
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in Springfield 01119

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

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$199K$476K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Springfield 01119.

How it measures up in Springfield 01119

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01119.

Estimated value$310,069
CheaperTypical $301,573Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,242 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 242 Gilbert Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePine PointSpringfield 01119Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,06978% of homes58% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24862% of homes48% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²52% of homes51% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac74% of homes36% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than198679% of homes79% of homes82% of homes

About 242 Gilbert Ave

How much is 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA is $310,069 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $289,460 to $330,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA last sell?

242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA last sold on Aug 25, 2023 for $281,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA?

242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA built?

242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA?

242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA is assigned to Thomas M Balliet (elementary), rated D+; Springfield Middle School (middle), rated F; Springfield Central High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01119?

Among the 3,965 homes in Springfield 01119, it is worth more than 58% of them ($310,069 against a typical $301,573), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($248 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1986 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Gilbert Ave, Springfield, MA was $3,950. The county assessed it at $251,900.

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