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$245,887$232 / 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 95How 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 $175,000 on Oct 4, 2006

3172 FOSTER ST

PALMER, MA 01069
1
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,058 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$246K
$233K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Oct 4, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,982 (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.$209,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$190,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$284,430

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.Conventional
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(12)

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
Palmer High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Old Mill PondD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi

District: Palmer School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01069These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,418
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,368
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

3172 Foster 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 91% of homes in Palmer 01069
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Palmer 01069
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Hampden County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in Palmer 01069

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

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$186K$631K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Palmer 01069.

How it measures up in Palmer 01069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmer 01069.

Estimated value$245,887
CheaperTypical $336,440Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 3172 Foster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 01069Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,8879% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23242% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,058 ft²18% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac54% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196956% of homes68% of homes

About 3172 Foster St

How much is 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA is $245,887 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $233,126 to $258,648. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA last sell?

3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA last sold on Oct 4, 2006 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA?

3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,058 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA built?

3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA?

3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA is assigned to Palmer High School (middle), rated C+; Old Mill Pond (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Palmer School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA compare to other homes in Palmer 01069?

Among the 3,192 homes in Palmer 01069, it is worth more than 9% of them ($245,887 against a typical $336,440), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($232 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,058 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1969 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 12% 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 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3172 Foster St, Palmer, MA was $3,982. The county assessed it at $209,700.

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