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277 GATES ST

PALMER, MA 01069
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,616 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.
4.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,418 (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.$296,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,300

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Colonial
CountyHampden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.77
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

M
Palmer High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Old Mill PondD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.8 mi

District: Palmer School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01069These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.10,418
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,368
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%

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How this home compares

277 Gates 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Hampden County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Hampden County

How it measures up in Palmer 01069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmer 01069.

Living area1,616 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size4.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 277 Gates St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 01069Hampden County
Living areabigger than1,616 ft²58% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.77 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198470% of homes80% of homes

About 277 Gates St

When did 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA last sell?

277 Gates St, Palmer, MA last sold on Nov 5, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

277 Gates St, Palmer, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,616 square feet of living space and a 4.77-acre lot.

When was 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA built?

277 Gates St, Palmer, MA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

277 Gates St, Palmer, MA is assigned to Palmer High School (middle), rated C+; Old Mill Pond (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Palmer School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA compare to other homes in Palmer 01069?

Among the 3,192 homes in Palmer 01069, it is bigger than 58% of them (1,616 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (4.77 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1984 against a typical 1962). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 277 Gates St, Palmer, MA was $5,418. The county assessed it at $296,400.

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