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$508,153$344 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

281 RUSSELLS MILLS RD

SOUTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02748
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,476 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$508K
$454K low$562K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$508,153
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$406,522

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,853 (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.$331,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$134,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$504,830

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.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
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.Ranch
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Dartmouth High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Joseph DemelloB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Dartmouth Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Dartmouth School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02748These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,068
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.466 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,677
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,559
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Russells Mills Rd 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 77% of homes in South Dartmouth 02748
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in South Dartmouth 02748
  • Newer than 67% of homes in South Dartmouth 02748

What homes are worth in South Dartmouth 02748

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

This home
$386K$3M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in South Dartmouth 02748.

How it measures up in South Dartmouth 02748

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Dartmouth 02748.

Estimated value$508,153
CheaperTypical $723,206Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $427Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,476 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,772 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 281 Russells Mills Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Dartmouth 02748Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$508,15323% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34415% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,476 ft²36% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac44% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than197667% of homes61% of homes

About 281 Russells Mills Rd

How much is 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA is $508,153 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $454,112 to $562,194. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA last sell?

281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA?

281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,476 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA built?

281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA?

281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA is assigned to Dartmouth High School (high), rated B+; Joseph Demello (elementary), rated B+; Dartmouth Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Dartmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA compare to other homes in South Dartmouth 02748?

Among the 4,976 homes in South Dartmouth 02748, it is worth more than 23% of them ($508,153 against a typical $723,206), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($344 against a typical $427), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,476 ft² against a typical 1,772 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1976 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 46% 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 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Russells Mills Rd, South Dartmouth, MA was $2,853. The county assessed it at $331,400.

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