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$395,282$216 / 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 94How 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 $405,000 on Feb 10, 2025

261 RIVER RD

SOUTH DEERFIELD, MA 01373
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,826 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.
1.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$395K
$371K low$420K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$405,000 · Feb 10, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,325 (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.$324,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$324,200

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.21
89
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
10
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.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.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.Ranch
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.05
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.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(2)

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
Whately Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.9 mi
M
Frontier RegionalB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Frontier School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01373These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.4,483
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,431
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,071
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

261 River Rd 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 72% of homes in South Deerfield 01373
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in South Deerfield 01373
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in South Deerfield 01373
  • Older than 66% of homes in South Deerfield 01373

What homes are worth in South Deerfield 01373

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

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$285K$878K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in South Deerfield 01373.

How it measures up in South Deerfield 01373

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Deerfield 01373.

Estimated value$395,282
CheaperTypical $454,494Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,826 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,682 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.79 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 261 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Deerfield 01373Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,28228% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21616% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,826 ft²58% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.05 ac65% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than196134% of homes52% of homes

About 261 River Rd

How much is 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA is $395,282 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $370,997 to $419,567. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA last sell?

261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA last sold on Feb 10, 2025 for $405,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA?

261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,826 square feet of living space and a 1.05-acre lot.

When was 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA built?

261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA?

261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA is assigned to Whately Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Frontier Regional (middle), rated B. All sit in Frontier School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA compare to other homes in South Deerfield 01373?

Among the 1,800 homes in South Deerfield 01373, it is worth more than 28% of them ($395,282 against a typical $454,494), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($216 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,826 ft² against a typical 1,682 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.05 ac against a typical 0.79 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1961 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 60% 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 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 River Rd, South Deerfield, MA was $4,325. The county assessed it at $324,200.

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