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$731,319$476 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $169,900 on Aug 12, 2011

256 NORTH ST

HINGHAM, MA 02043
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,538 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.
3,403 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$731K
$645K low$818K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · Aug 12, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,485 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$619,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$361,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$581,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$621,177

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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.

H
Hingham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Plymouth River Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Hingham Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 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

256 North 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 less than 89% of homes in Hingham 02043
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Hingham 02043
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Hingham 02043
  • Among the smallest lots in Hingham 02043
  • Older than 90% of homes in Plymouth County

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
$446K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 11% 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$731,319
CheaperTypical $1,309,452Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$476
CheaperTypical $607Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,538 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,224 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3,403 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 256 North St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHingham 02043Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$731,31911% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47610% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,538 ft²23% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,403 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than190013% of homes10% of homes

About 256 North St

How much is 256 North St, Hingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 North St, Hingham, MA is $731,319 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $645,130 to $817,508. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 North St, Hingham, MA last sell?

256 North St, Hingham, MA last sold on Aug 12, 2011 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 North St, Hingham, MA?

256 North St, Hingham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,538 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 256 North St, Hingham, MA built?

256 North St, Hingham, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 North St, Hingham, MA?

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

How does 256 North St, Hingham, MA compare to other homes in Hingham 02043?

Among the 7,616 homes in Hingham 02043, it is worth more than 11% of them ($731,319 against a typical $1,309,452), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($476 against a typical $607), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,538 ft² against a typical 2,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,403 ft² against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1900 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 63% 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 256 North St, Hingham, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 North St, Hingham, MA was $6,485. The county assessed it at $619,400.

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