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$574,077$460 / 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 97How 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 $60,000 on Mar 29, 1996

272 CHATHAM ST

LYNN, MA 01902
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,249 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1891
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

$574K
$554K low$594K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Mar 29, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,843 (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.$467,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$531,145

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.30%
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
CountyESSEX
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.1963
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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 With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
HoodD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Lynn English High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Thurgood Marshall Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Lynn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01902These 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.114
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 100.80

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.48,733
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19,747 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,832
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,553
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.58%

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How this home compares

272 Chatham 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 76% of homes in Lynn 01902
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Lynn 01902
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Lynn English
  • Older than 90% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Lynn 01902

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

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$208K$876K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Lynn 01902.

How it measures up in Lynn 01902

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lynn 01902.

Estimated value$574,077
CheaperTypical $495,753Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$460
CheaperTypical $387Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,249 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1891
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 272 Chatham St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLynn EnglishLynn 01902Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$574,07771% of homes76% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46082% of homes83% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,249 ft²28% of homes33% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac88% of homes72% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than189116% of homes16% of homes10% of homes

About 272 Chatham St

How much is 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA is $574,077 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $554,021 to $594,133. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA last sell?

272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA last sold on Mar 29, 1996 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA?

272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,249 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA built?

272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA was built in 1891, making it 135 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA?

272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA is assigned to Hood (elementary), rated D-; Lynn English High School (high), rated F; Thurgood Marshall Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Lynn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA compare to other homes in Lynn 01902?

Among the 8,423 homes in Lynn 01902, it is worth more than 76% of them ($574,077 against a typical $495,753), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($460 against a typical $387), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,249 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1891 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 30% 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 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 272 Chatham St, Lynn, MA was $4,843. The county assessed it at $467,500.

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