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$322,560$247 / 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 94How 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 $103,000 on Dec 21, 1993

296 PALMER RD

WARE, MA 01082
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,304 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.
0.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$323K
$304K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$103,000 · Dec 21, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,251 (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.$282,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,280

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
CountyHAMPSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.84
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.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(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.

M
Ware Junior/Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Stanley M Koziol Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.8 mi

District: Ware School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01082These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.12,149
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.156 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,275
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,912
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

296 Palmer 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 80% of homes in Hampshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Ware 01082
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Ware 01082
  • Older than 65% of homes in Hampshire County

What homes are worth in Ware 01082

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

This home
$176K$597K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Ware 01082.

How it measures up in Ware 01082

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ware 01082.

Estimated value$322,560
CheaperTypical $345,116Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 296 Palmer Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWare 01082Hampshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$322,56040% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24770% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,304 ft²25% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.84 ac62% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195440% of homes35% of homes

About 296 Palmer Rd

How much is 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA is $322,560 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $303,786 to $341,334. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA last sell?

296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA last sold on Dec 21, 1993 for $103,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA?

296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,304 square feet of living space and a 0.84-acre lot.

When was 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA built?

296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA?

296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA is assigned to Ware Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D+; Stanley M Koziol Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Ware School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA compare to other homes in Ware 01082?

Among the 3,605 homes in Ware 01082, it is worth more than 40% of them ($322,560 against a typical $345,116), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($247 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,304 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.84 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1954 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Hampshire County, it is worth more than 20% 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 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Palmer Rd, Ware, MA was $4,251. The county assessed it at $282,300.

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