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$992,513$684 / 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 95How 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 $445,000 on Aug 1, 2003

281 CENTRAL ST

HINGHAM, MA 02043
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,450 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.
0.15 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$993K
$944K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$445,000 · Aug 1, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,927 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$852,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$502,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$349,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$829,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$811,940

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.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

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.

H
Hingham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
East Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Hingham Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Hingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02043These 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.41
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 100.72

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,975
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,587
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

281 Central 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 84% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Hingham 02043
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Hingham 02043

What homes are worth in Hingham 02043

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

This home
$461K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Hingham 02043.

How it measures up in Hingham 02043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hingham 02043.

Estimated value$992,513
CheaperTypical $1,316,703Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$684
CheaperTypical $607Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 281 Central St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHingham 02043Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$992,51325% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68471% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,450 ft²20% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac5% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than197159% of homes52% of homes

About 281 Central St

How much is 281 Central St, Hingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Central St, Hingham, MA is $992,513 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $943,852 to $1,041,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Central St, Hingham, MA last sell?

281 Central St, Hingham, MA last sold on Aug 1, 2003 for $445,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Central St, Hingham, MA?

281 Central St, Hingham, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,450 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 Central St, Hingham, MA built?

281 Central St, Hingham, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Central St, Hingham, MA?

281 Central St, Hingham, MA is assigned to Hingham High School (high), rated A; East Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Hingham Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Hingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Central St, Hingham, MA compare to other homes in Hingham 02043?

Among the 7,616 homes in Hingham 02043, it is worth more than 25% of them ($992,513 against a typical $1,316,703), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($684 against a typical $607), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,450 ft² against a typical 2,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1971 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 84% 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 281 Central St, Hingham, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Central St, Hingham, MA was $8,927. The county assessed it at $852,600.

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