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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $400,000 on Dec 1, 2022

243 NORWELL ST

DORCHESTER CENTER, MA 02124
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,400 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.
2,036 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Dec 1, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,771 (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.$412,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$276,040

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.36
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.
60
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Joseph Lee K-8 SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Up Academy DorchesterC+
High · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02124These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,753
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,467
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

243 Norwell 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.

  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Dorchester Center 02124
  • Among the newest homes in Dorchester Center 02124

How it measures up in Dorchester Center 02124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester Center 02124.

Living area2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,345 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size2,036 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 243 Norwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester Center 02124Suffolk County
Living areabigger than2,400 ft²51% of homes51% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,036 ft²24% of homes16% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 243 Norwell St

When did 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA last sell?

243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA last sold on Dec 1, 2022 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA?

243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,400 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA built?

243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA?

243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA is assigned to Joseph Lee K-8 School (elementary), rated D+; Up Academy Dorchester (high), rated C+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester Center 02124?

Among the 8,902 homes in Dorchester Center 02124, it is bigger than 51% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 2,345 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (2,036 ft² against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1910). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Norwell St, Dorchester Center, MA was $4,771. The county assessed it at $412,000.

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