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$1,426,714$577 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $315,000 on Oct 31, 1995

255 PROSPECT ST

HINGHAM, MA 02043
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,472 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Oct 31, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,435 (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.$1,163,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$505,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$657,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,105,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,280,125

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.Colonial
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.

M
Hingham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
South Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Hingham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Hingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02043These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.23,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,975
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,587
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.52%

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How this home compares

255 Prospect 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 94% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Hingham 02043

What homes are worth in Hingham 02043

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

This home
$463K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Hingham 02043.

How it measures up in Hingham 02043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hingham 02043.

Estimated value$1,426,714
CheaperTypical $1,319,521Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$577
CheaperTypical $611Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,472 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 255 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHingham 02043Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,426,71458% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57739% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,472 ft²60% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac76% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than197059% of homes51% of homes

About 255 Prospect St

How much is 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA is $1,426,714 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,330,645 to $1,522,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA last sell?

255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA last sold on Oct 31, 1995 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA?

255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,472 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA built?

255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA?

255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA is assigned to Hingham Middle School (middle), rated B+; South Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Hingham High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Hingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA compare to other homes in Hingham 02043?

Among the 7,616 homes in Hingham 02043, it is worth more than 58% of them ($1,426,714 against a typical $1,319,521), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($577 against a typical $611), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,472 ft² against a typical 2,220 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1970 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 94% 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 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Prospect St, Hingham, MA was $12,435. The county assessed it at $1,163,200.

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