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$1,066,324$329 / 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 90How 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

270 COTTAGE ST

FRANKLIN, MA 02038
3
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
3,246 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.1M
$957K low$1.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,404 (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.$1,067,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$238,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$828,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,067,500

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.39
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.Contemporary
CountyNorfolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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

E
Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Franklin High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Remington Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Franklin School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02038These 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.65
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 100.61

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,268 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$161,360
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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How this home compares

270 Cottage 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 more than 94% of homes in Franklin 02038
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Franklin 02038
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the newest homes in Franklin 02038

What homes are worth in Franklin 02038

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

This home
$281K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Franklin 02038.

How it measures up in Franklin 02038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 02038.

Estimated value$1,066,324
CheaperTypical $697,884Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$329
CheaperTypical $375Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area3,246 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 270 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 02038Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,066,32494% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32921% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than3,246 ft²94% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac42% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 270 Cottage St

How much is 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA is $1,066,324 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $957,086 to $1,175,562. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA?

270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA has 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,246 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA built?

270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA?

270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA is assigned to Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Franklin High School (high), rated A; Remington Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Franklin School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA compare to other homes in Franklin 02038?

Among the 10,126 homes in Franklin 02038, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,066,324 against a typical $697,884), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($329 against a typical $375), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,246 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 76% 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 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 270 Cottage St, Franklin, MA was $12,404. The county assessed it at $1,067,500.

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