Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $50,000 on Dec 8, 1995
291 ROUTE 8A
CHARLEMONT, MA 01339
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,300 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.
4.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1810
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Dec 8, 1995
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,704 (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.$250,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,300
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.41
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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.
EM
Hawlemont Regional Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.0 mi
Mohawk Trail Regional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.9 mi
District: Hawlemont School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01339These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49
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.79%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,664
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,901
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,962
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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
291 Route 8a 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.
- Bigger than 79% of homes in Charlemont 01339
- Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Franklin County
- Older than 97% of homes in Franklin County
How it measures up in Charlemont 01339
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlemont 01339.
Living area2,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 79% of homes nearby
Lot size4.41 ac
SmallerTypical 4.41 acBigger
Bigger than 50% of homes nearby
Year built1810
OlderTypical 1966Newer
Newer than 5% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Charlemont 01339 | Franklin County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,300 ft² | 79% of homes | 79% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 4.41 ac | 50% of homes | 80% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1810 | 5% of homes | 3% of homes |
About 291 Route 8a
When did 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA last sell?
291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA last sold on Dec 8, 1995 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?
291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,300 square feet of living space and a 4.41-acre lot.
When was 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA built?
291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA was built in 1810, making it 216 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?
291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA is assigned to Hawlemont Regional Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mohawk Trail Regional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Hawlemont School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA compare to other homes in Charlemont 01339?
Among the 714 homes in Charlemont 01339, it is bigger than 79% of them (2,300 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (4.41 ac against a typical 4.41 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1810 against a typical 1966). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 291 Route 8a, Charlemont, MA was $4,704. The county assessed it at $250,100.
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- Route 8a0.1 mi · 32.93 ac
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