Single Family ResidenceResidential
28 HOWES ST
DENNIS, MA 02638
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,543 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,046 (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.$1,858,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,467,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$390,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,566,317
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.47
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.35 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyBARNSTABLE
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.None
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(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.
MHE
Mattacheese Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi
Dennis Yarmouth Regional High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
Ezra H. Baker Innovation SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 5.8 mi
District: Dennis-Yarmouth School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02638These 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.106
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 100.48
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.53%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.3,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.480 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,835
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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
28 Howes 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 smaller lot than 72% of homes in Dennis 02638
- Older than 94% of homes in Dennis 02638
How it measures up in Dennis 02638
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dennis 02638.
Living area1,543 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 44% of homes nearby
Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger
Bigger than 28% of homes nearby
Year built1930
OlderTypical 1976Newer
Newer than 6% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Dennis 02638 | Barnstable County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,543 ft² | 44% of homes | 49% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.32 ac | 28% of homes | 34% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1930 | 6% of homes | 8% of homes |
About 28 Howes St
When did 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA last sell?
28 Howes St, Dennis, MA last sold on Mar 25, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA?
28 Howes St, Dennis, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,543 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.
When was 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA built?
28 Howes St, Dennis, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA?
28 Howes St, Dennis, MA is assigned to Mattacheese Middle School (middle), rated C-; Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School (high), rated D+; Ezra H. Baker Innovation School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Dennis-Yarmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA compare to other homes in Dennis 02638?
Among the 3,456 homes in Dennis 02638, it is bigger than 44% of them (1,543 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1930 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 28 Howes St, Dennis, MA was $8,046. The county assessed it at $1,858,300.
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- 15 Howes St$4.4M5 bd · 6 ba · 4,699 ft² · Sold $4.9M · Apr 2021
- 19 Howes St$1.6M4 bd · 2 ba · 1,768 ft² · Sold Dec 2017
- 38 Howes St$1.8M4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,980 ft² · Sold Jun 2010
- 11 Howes St$2.4M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,799 ft² · Sold $180K · May 1998
- 23 Howes St$2M3 bd · 3 ba · 2,604 ft² · Sold $263K · Nov 1996
- 27 Howes St$1.2M3 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 32 Howes St5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,283 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 50 Howes St$1.4M7 bd · 2 ba · 1,350 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 46 Howes St$1.4M5 bd · 2 ba · 1,236 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 24 Howes St$2.3M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,216 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 18 Howes St0.37 ac
Closest homes
- 32 Howes St89 ft · 5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,283 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 24 Howes St$2.3M97 ft · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,216 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 18 Howes St200 ft · 0.37 ac
- 29 Bleak House Cir$2.8M158 ft · 4 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,411 ft² · Sold $346K · Feb 2003
- 38 Howes St$1.8M210 ft · 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,980 ft² · Sold Jun 2010
- 23 Howes St$2M164 ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,604 ft² · Sold $263K · Nov 1996
- 27 Howes St$1.2M193 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 21 Bleak House Cir$2.2M236 ft · 3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,143 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Aug 2009
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- 90 Lady Slipper Dr$849K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,244 ft² · Sold $850K · Oct 2026
- 2 Willie Nick Way$1.3M4 bd · 3 ba · 2,150 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Oct 2026
- 430 Main St$575K5 bd · 1 ba · 1,848 ft² · Sold $558K · Oct 2026
- 777 Main St$380K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 976 ft² · Sold $360K · Oct 2026
- 11 Perseverance Path1.01 ac · Sold $2.4M · Oct 2026
- 574 Main St7 bd · 6 ba · 4,262 ft² · Sold $1.5M · Oct 2026
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- 15 Ironwood Ct$1.4M4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,649 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Sep 2026
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