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$667,893$349 / 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 $260,000 on Jan 23, 2003

278 HIGH ST

ROCHESTER, MA 02770
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,916 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
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

$668K
$645K low$691K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Jan 23, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,842 (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.$539,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$168,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$371,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$521,360

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.Cape Cod
CountyPLYMOUTH
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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.

E
Rochester MemorialB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.0 mi
H
Old Rochester Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
M
Old Rochester Regional Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.0 mi

District: Old Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02770These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.5,620
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.165 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

278 High 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Rochester 02770
  • Older than 66% of homes in Rochester 02770

What homes are worth in Rochester 02770

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

This home
$440K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Rochester 02770.

How it measures up in Rochester 02770

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 02770.

Estimated value$667,893
CheaperTypical $709,628Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,916 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,024 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 278 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 02770Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$667,89340% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34945% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,916 ft²42% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac19% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197734% of homes60% of homes

About 278 High St

How much is 278 High St, Rochester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 High St, Rochester, MA is $667,893 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $644,926 to $690,860. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 High St, Rochester, MA last sell?

278 High St, Rochester, MA last sold on Jan 23, 2003 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 High St, Rochester, MA?

278 High St, Rochester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,916 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 278 High St, Rochester, MA built?

278 High St, Rochester, MA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 High St, Rochester, MA?

278 High St, Rochester, MA is assigned to Rochester Memorial (elementary), rated B; Old Rochester Regional High School (high), rated B; Old Rochester Regional Jr High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Old Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 High St, Rochester, MA compare to other homes in Rochester 02770?

Among the 2,117 homes in Rochester 02770, it is worth more than 40% of them ($667,893 against a typical $709,628), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($349 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,916 ft² against a typical 2,024 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1977 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 55% 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 278 High St, Rochester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 High St, Rochester, MA was $5,842. The county assessed it at $539,900.

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