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$698,213$326 / 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 88How 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

253 PLAIN ST

TAUNTON, MA 02780
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,139 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.
5.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$698K
$614K low$783K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,362 (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.$672,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$144,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$528,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$647,045

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.44
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.18
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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(7)

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
East Taunton Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.4 mi
M
Joseph H. Martin Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 1.7 mi
H
Taunton High SchoolD-
High · Grades 8–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Taunton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02780These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.53,999
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,428 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,415
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

253 Plain 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 93% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Bristol County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Bristol County

What homes are worth in Taunton 02780

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

This home
$236K$793K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Taunton 02780.

How it measures up in Taunton 02780

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taunton 02780.

Estimated value$698,213
CheaperTypical $479,048Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,139 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size5.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 253 Plain St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaunton 02780Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,21393% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32654% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,139 ft²74% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.18 ac93% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than199378% of homes80% of homes

About 253 Plain St

How much is 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA is $698,213 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $613,542 to $782,884. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA last sell?

253 Plain St, Taunton, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA?

253 Plain St, Taunton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,139 square feet of living space and a 5.18-acre lot.

When was 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA built?

253 Plain St, Taunton, MA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA?

253 Plain St, Taunton, MA is assigned to East Taunton Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Joseph H. Martin Middle School (middle), rated C+; Taunton High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Taunton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA compare to other homes in Taunton 02780?

Among the 14,126 homes in Taunton 02780, it is worth more than 93% of them ($698,213 against a typical $479,048), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($326 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,139 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (5.18 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1993 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 79% 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 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Plain St, Taunton, MA was $7,362. The county assessed it at $672,900.

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