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$399,965$228 / 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 91How 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 $100,000 on Dec 15, 1993

261 BARNES ST

FALL RIVER, MA 02723
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,757 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.
0.12 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$400K
$365K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Dec 15, 1993
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.$268,965
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$215,172
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.34%
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.$90,000
ST ANNE CU · recorded Dec 15, 1993
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.$41,000
ST ANNE CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,473 (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.$303,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$187,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$377,150

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
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(4)

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
Edmond P. Talbot Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Mary Fonseca Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
B.M.C. Durfee High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Fall River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02723These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,401
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,565 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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%

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

261 Barnes 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 84% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Bristol County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Bristol County

What homes are worth in Fall River 02723

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

This home
$216K$608K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Fall River 02723.

How it measures up in Fall River 02723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fall River 02723.

Estimated value$399,965
CheaperTypical $404,699Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,757 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,172 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 261 Barnes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFall River 02723Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$399,96548% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22824% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,757 ft²36% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac45% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193062% of homes28% of homes

About 261 Barnes St

How much is 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA is $399,965 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $364,953 to $434,977. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA last sell?

261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA last sold on Dec 15, 1993 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA?

261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,757 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA built?

261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA?

261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA is assigned to Edmond P. Talbot Middle School (middle), rated C-; Mary Fonseca Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; B.M.C. Durfee High School (high), rated D. All sit in Fall River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA compare to other homes in Fall River 02723?

Among the 2,761 homes in Fall River 02723, it is worth more than 48% of them ($399,965 against a typical $404,699), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($228 against a typical $271), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,757 ft² against a typical 2,172 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1930 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 16% 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 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Barnes St, Fall River, MA was $3,473. The county assessed it at $303,300.

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