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$460,000$581 / 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 96How 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 $450,000 on Mar 30, 2020

26 ELDER ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
792 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.
792 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$460K
$444K low$476K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Mar 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,509 (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.$389,400 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$389,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$554,325

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.38
14
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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.27%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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(8)

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
Roger Clap Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Henry Dearborn STEM AcademyF
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02125These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.58%

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How this home compares

26 Elder 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 86% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Dorchester
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02125

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

This home
$326K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Dorchester 02125.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02125

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02125.

Estimated value$460,000
CheaperTypical $600,165Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$581
CheaperTypical $493Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area792 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,083 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size792 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 26 Elder St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,00020% of homes19% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58186% of homes78% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than792 ft²4% of homes5% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than792 ft²5% of homes5% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than190549% of homes59% of homes38% of homes

About 26 Elder St

How much is 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA is $460,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $443,519 to $476,481. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Mar 30, 2020 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA?

26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 792 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA built?

26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA?

26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Roger Clap Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 School (middle), rated F; Henry Dearborn STEM Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 19% of them ($460,000 against a typical $600,165), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($581 against a typical $493), it is bigger than 5% of them (792 ft² against a typical 2,083 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (792 ft² against a typical 2,875 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1905 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 14% 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 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Elder St, Dorchester, MA was $4,509. The county assessed it at $389,400.

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