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$238,411$190 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $115,000 on May 16, 2005

257 RIVER ST

WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA 01089
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,257 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$238K
$226K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · May 16, 2005
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$89,271
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$71,417
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.59%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$131,840
BANK OF AMERICA · recorded Dec 14, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$17,300
BANK OF AMERICA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,036 (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.$204,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$203,300

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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Bungalow
CountyHampden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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

E
Memorial Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.1 mi
H
West Springfield High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
West Springfield Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: West Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01089These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,665 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,562
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,574
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

257 River 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 92% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Older than 73% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in West Springfield 01089

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

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$141K$733K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in West Springfield 01089.

How it measures up in West Springfield 01089

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Springfield 01089.

Estimated value$238,411
CheaperTypical $350,753Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 257 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Springfield 01089Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,4118% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19011% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,257 ft²30% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than193028% of homes27% of homes

About 257 River St

How much is 257 River St, West Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 River St, West Springfield, MA is $238,411 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $225,653 to $251,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 River St, West Springfield, MA last sell?

257 River St, West Springfield, MA last sold on May 16, 2005 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 River St, West Springfield, MA?

257 River St, West Springfield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,257 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 257 River St, West Springfield, MA built?

257 River St, West Springfield, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 257 River St, West Springfield, MA?

257 River St, West Springfield, MA is assigned to Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated B; West Springfield High School (high), rated C+; West Springfield Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in West Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 River St, West Springfield, MA compare to other homes in West Springfield 01089?

Among the 8,208 homes in West Springfield 01089, it is worth more than 8% of them ($238,411 against a typical $350,753), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($190 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,257 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1930 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 8% 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 257 River St, West Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 River St, West Springfield, MA was $3,036. The county assessed it at $204,200.

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