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$890,985$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 92How 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 $330,000 on May 31, 2017

281 S ORLEANS RD

ORLEANS, MA 02653
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,592 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.
1.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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

$891K
$819K low$963K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · May 31, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,166 (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.$667,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$254,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$412,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,090,410

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
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.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.24
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.Hot Water
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(3)

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
Orleans Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Nauset Regional Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Nauset Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi

District: Orleans School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02653These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.6,477
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.292 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,520
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,078
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

281 S Orleans 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 more than 65% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Orleans 02653
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Barnstable County

What homes are worth in Orleans 02653

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

This home
$269K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Orleans 02653.

How it measures up in Orleans 02653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orleans 02653.

Estimated value$890,985
CheaperTypical $1,032,764Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $549Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,910 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 281 S Orleans Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrleans 02653Barnstable County
Estimated valuepricier than$890,98540% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3446% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,592 ft²75% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.24 ac82% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than197038% of homes38% of homes

About 281 S Orleans Rd

How much is 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA is $890,985 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $819,161 to $962,809. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA last sell?

281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA last sold on May 31, 2017 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA?

281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,592 square feet of living space and a 1.24-acre lot.

When was 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA built?

281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA?

281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA is assigned to Orleans Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Nauset Regional Middle School (middle), rated B; Nauset Regional High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Orleans School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA compare to other homes in Orleans 02653?

Among the 4,916 homes in Orleans 02653, it is worth more than 40% of them ($890,985 against a typical $1,032,764), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($344 against a typical $549), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,592 ft² against a typical 1,910 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.24 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1970 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Barnstable County, it is worth more than 65% 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 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 S Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA was $4,166. The county assessed it at $667,600.

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