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$3,463,580$708 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,000,000 on Dec 30, 2009

38 COTTAGE ST

HINGHAM, MA 02043
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,893 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1770
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.5M
$3.2M low$3.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000,000 · Dec 30, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$28,399 (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.$2,656,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$786,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,870,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,616,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,449,195

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.Historical
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Foster Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Hingham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Hingham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi

District: Hingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02043These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.23,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,975
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,587
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.52%

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How this home compares

38 Cottage 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Among the largest homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Downtown Hingham
  • Among the oldest homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Hingham 02043

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

This home
$470K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Hingham 02043.

How it measures up in Hingham 02043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hingham 02043.

Estimated value$3,463,580
CheaperTypical $1,312,100Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$708
CheaperTypical $608Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area4,893 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1770
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 38 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowntown HinghamHingham 02043Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,463,58098% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70860% of homes76% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than4,893 ft²96% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac71% of homes39% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than17706% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 38 Cottage St

How much is 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA is $3,463,580 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,236,394 to $3,690,766. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA last sell?

38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA last sold on Dec 30, 2009 for $1,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,893 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA built?

38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA was built in 1770, making it 256 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA is assigned to Foster Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Hingham High School (high), rated A+; Hingham Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Hingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA compare to other homes in Hingham 02043?

Among the 7,616 homes in Hingham 02043, it is worth more than 97% of them ($3,463,580 against a typical $1,312,100), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($708 against a typical $608), it is bigger than 96% of them (4,893 ft² against a typical 2,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1770 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than almost all 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 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Cottage St, Hingham, MA was $28,399. The county assessed it at $2,656,600.

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