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$1,398,931$528 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $715,000 on Mar 6, 2006

38 FOREST WAY

ORLEANS, MA 02653
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,650 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.
1.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Mar 6, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,329 (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.$1,174,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$312,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$861,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,259,035

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.Cape Cod
CountyBARNSTABLE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.45
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.Wood Shingle
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(7)

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
Orleans Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.6 mi
M
Nauset Regional Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Nauset Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 mi

District: Orleans School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02653These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.6,477
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.292 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,520
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,078
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

38 Forest Way 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 more than 84% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Barnstable County

What homes are worth in Orleans 02653

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

This home
$277K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Orleans 02653.

How it measures up in Orleans 02653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orleans 02653.

Estimated value$1,398,931
CheaperTypical $1,081,493Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$528
CheaperTypical $571Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,650 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,913 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size1.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 38 Forest Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrleans 02653Barnstable County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,398,93167% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52839% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,650 ft²76% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.45 ac88% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197548% of homes48% of homes

About 38 Forest Way

How much is 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA is $1,398,931 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,286,496 to $1,511,366. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA last sell?

38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA last sold on Mar 6, 2006 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA?

38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,650 square feet of living space and a 1.45-acre lot.

When was 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA built?

38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA?

38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA is assigned to Orleans Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Nauset Regional Middle School (middle), rated B; Nauset Regional High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Orleans School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA compare to other homes in Orleans 02653?

Among the 4,916 homes in Orleans 02653, it is worth more than 67% of them ($1,398,931 against a typical $1,081,493), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($528 against a typical $571), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,650 ft² against a typical 1,913 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1.45 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1975 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Barnstable County, it is worth more than 84% 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 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Forest Way, Orleans, MA was $7,329. The county assessed it at $1,174,500.

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