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$322,046$111 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $87,500 on Jul 25, 1995

281 MAIN ST

ASHFIELD, MA 01330
6
Beds
2
Baths
2,900 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$322K
$288K low$356K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,500 · Jul 25, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,859 (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.$286,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$375,630

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Sanderson AcademyC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.5 mi
M
Mohawk Trail Regional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Mohawk Trail School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01330These 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.115
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.1,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,278
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,809
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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 Main 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 76% of homes in Ashfield 01330
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Ashfield 01330
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Ashfield 01330
  • Older than 87% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Ashfield 01330

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

This home
$178K$942K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Ashfield 01330.

How it measures up in Ashfield 01330

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashfield 01330.

Estimated value$322,046
CheaperTypical $415,105Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,836 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 281 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshfield 01330Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$322,04624% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$111almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,900 ft²85% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac7% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than189021% of homes13% of homes

About 281 Main St

How much is 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA is $322,046 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $287,784 to $356,308. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA last sell?

281 Main St, Ashfield, MA last sold on Jul 25, 1995 for $87,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA?

281 Main St, Ashfield, MA has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,900 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA built?

281 Main St, Ashfield, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA?

281 Main St, Ashfield, MA is assigned to Sanderson Academy (elementary), rated C; Mohawk Trail Regional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Mohawk Trail School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA compare to other homes in Ashfield 01330?

Among the 724 homes in Ashfield 01330, it is worth more than 24% of them ($322,046 against a typical $415,105), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($111 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,900 ft² against a typical 1,836 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1890 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 40% 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 Main St, Ashfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Main St, Ashfield, MA was $3,859. The county assessed it at $286,700.

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