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$531,030$339 / 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 87How 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

278 RIVER ST

HALIFAX, MA 02338
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,568 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.
3.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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

$531K
$464K low$598K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,880 (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.$482,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$187,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$294,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$454,670

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.15 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.Colonial
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.55
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.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
Halifax Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.6 mi
H
Silver Lake Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi
M
Silver Lake Regional Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.7 mi

District: Halifax School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02338These 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.57
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 100.67

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.8,251
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.472 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,593
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,850
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 River 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 less than 69% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Halifax 02338

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

This home
$340K$940K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Halifax 02338.

How it measures up in Halifax 02338

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Halifax 02338.

Estimated value$531,030
CheaperTypical $560,173Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$339
CheaperTypical $357Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size3.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 278 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHalifax 02338Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$531,03044% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33939% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²52% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.55 ac95% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196636% of homes46% of homes

About 278 River St

How much is 278 River St, Halifax, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 River St, Halifax, MA is $531,030 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $463,826 to $598,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 River St, Halifax, MA last sell?

278 River St, Halifax, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 River St, Halifax, MA?

278 River St, Halifax, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 3.55-acre lot.

When was 278 River St, Halifax, MA built?

278 River St, Halifax, MA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 River St, Halifax, MA?

278 River St, Halifax, MA is assigned to Halifax Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Silver Lake Regional High School (high), rated B-; Silver Lake Regional Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Halifax School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 River St, Halifax, MA compare to other homes in Halifax 02338?

Among the 2,613 homes in Halifax 02338, it is worth more than 44% of them ($531,030 against a typical $560,173), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($339 against a typical $357), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (3.55 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1966 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 31% 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 River St, Halifax, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 River St, Halifax, MA was $6,880. The county assessed it at $482,100.

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