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$127,662$145 / 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 91How 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 $20,200 on Aug 7, 1998

36 FOREST LAKE RD

PALMER, MA 01069
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
878 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$128K
$116K low$139K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,200 · Aug 7, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,740 (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.$95,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,600

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.96 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Tlog Home
CountyHampden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Palmer High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Old Mill PondD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.1 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

36 Forest Lake 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Palmer 01069
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Palmer 01069
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Palmer 01069
  • Among the smallest lots in Palmer 01069

What homes are worth in Palmer 01069

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

This home
$189K$623K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$127,662
CheaperTypical $338,128Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area878 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 36 Forest Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 01069Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,662almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1453% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than878 ft²6% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196049% of homes58% of homes

About 36 Forest Lake Rd

How much is 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA is $127,662 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $116,105 to $139,219. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA last sell?

36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA last sold on Aug 7, 1998 for $20,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA?

36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 878 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA built?

36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a tlog home home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA?

36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA is assigned to Palmer High School (middle), rated D+; 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 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA compare to other homes in Palmer 01069?

Among the 3,192 homes in Palmer 01069, it is worth more than almost none of them ($127,662 against a typical $338,128), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($145 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 6% of them (878 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1960 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than almost no 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 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 36 Forest Lake Rd, Palmer, MA was $1,740. The county assessed it at $95,200.

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