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$800,857$262 / 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 92How 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 $137,000 on Dec 16, 1999

279 WATER ST

FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,057 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.
0.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$801K
$734K low$868K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,000 · Dec 16, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,290 (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.$694,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$287,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$406,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$665,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,105,990

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.17 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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.83
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
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, Basement
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(5)

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
Mary E Stapleton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Framingham High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Cameron Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Framingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01701These 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.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.35,230
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,009 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,597
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,184
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.58%

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How this home compares

279 Water 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 Nobscot
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Nobscot
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Framingham 01701
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Framingham 01701
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Nobscot

What homes are worth in Framingham 01701

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

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$265K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Framingham 01701.

How it measures up in Framingham 01701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Framingham 01701.

Estimated value$800,857
CheaperTypical $667,649Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $419Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,057 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.83 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 279 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNobscotFramingham 01701Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$800,85776% of homes76% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$262almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than3,057 ft²94% of homes95% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.83 ac80% of homes82% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than197181% of homes77% of homes65% of homes

About 279 Water St

How much is 279 Water St, Framingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Water St, Framingham, MA is $800,857 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $733,826 to $867,888. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Water St, Framingham, MA last sell?

279 Water St, Framingham, MA last sold on Dec 16, 1999 for $137,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Water St, Framingham, MA?

279 Water St, Framingham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,057 square feet of living space and a 0.83-acre lot.

When was 279 Water St, Framingham, MA built?

279 Water St, Framingham, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Water St, Framingham, MA?

279 Water St, Framingham, MA is assigned to Mary E Stapleton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Framingham High School (high), rated C+; Cameron Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Framingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Water St, Framingham, MA compare to other homes in Framingham 01701?

Among the 11,160 homes in Framingham 01701, it is worth more than 76% of them ($800,857 against a typical $667,649), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($262 against a typical $419), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,057 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.83 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1971 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 52% 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 279 Water St, Framingham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Water St, Framingham, MA was $8,290. The county assessed it at $694,300.

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