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$903,989$215 / 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 90How 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 $43,000 on Dec 30, 2025

281 FOREST HILL DR

HINSDALE, MA 01235
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,214 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.
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$904K
$812K low$996K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$43,000 · Dec 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,194 (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.$734,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$697,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$793,739

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.Contemporary
CountyBERKSHIRE
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Wahconah Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Nessacus Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Kittredge Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi

District: Central Berkshire School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01235These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.2,784
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,248
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,525
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

281 Forest Hill Dr 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 98% of homes in Hinsdale 01235
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Among the largest homes in Hinsdale 01235
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Hinsdale 01235

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

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$132K$853K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Hinsdale 01235.

How it measures up in Hinsdale 01235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hinsdale 01235.

Estimated value$903,989
CheaperTypical $365,429Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area4,214 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.75 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 281 Forest Hill Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHinsdale 01235Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$903,98998% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21535% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than4,214 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac59% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than200387% of homes93% of homes

About 281 Forest Hill Dr

How much is 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA is $903,989 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $811,637 to $996,341. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA last sell?

281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA last sold on Dec 30, 2025 for $43,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA?

281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,214 square feet of living space and a 2.19-acre lot.

When was 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA built?

281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA?

281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA is assigned to Wahconah Regional High School (high), rated B-; Nessacus Regional Middle School (middle), rated C+; Kittredge Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Central Berkshire School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA compare to other homes in Hinsdale 01235?

Among the 1,431 homes in Hinsdale 01235, it is worth more than 98% of them ($903,989 against a typical $365,429), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($215 against a typical $244), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,214 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 1.75 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2003 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 90% 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 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Forest Hill Dr, Hinsdale, MA was $8,194. The county assessed it at $734,900.

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