Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)Residential
Last sold for $625,000 on May 14, 2004
38 N RIVER RD
SCITUATE, MA 02066
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,129 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$625,000 · May 14, 2004
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$325,000
MORTGAGE NETWORK INC · recorded May 14, 2004
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,949 (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.$1,096,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$567,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$528,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,128,315
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.46
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPLYMOUTH
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
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.
MHE
Gates Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 mi
Scituate High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi
Cushing Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.2 mi
District: Scituate School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02066These 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.82
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 100.75
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.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,854
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.871 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
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 N River 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.
- Smaller than 91% of homes in Scituate 02066
- Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Scituate 02066
- Older than 96% of homes in Scituate 02066
How it measures up in Scituate 02066
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scituate 02066.
Living area1,129 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,035 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 9% of homes nearby
Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger
Bigger than 17% of homes nearby
Year built1899
OlderTypical 1960Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Scituate 02066 | Plymouth County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,129 ft² | 9% of homes | 18% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.17 ac | 17% of homes | 17% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1899 | 4% of homes | 6% of homes |
About 38 N River Rd
When did 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA last sell?
38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA last sold on May 14, 2004 for $625,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA?
38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,129 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.
When was 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA built?
38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA?
38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA is assigned to Gates Middle School (middle), rated B+; Scituate High School (high), rated A; Cushing Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Scituate School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA compare to other homes in Scituate 02066?
Among the 7,802 homes in Scituate 02066, it is bigger than 9% of them (1,129 ft² against a typical 2,035 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1899 against a typical 1960). 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 N River Rd, Scituate, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 38 N River Rd, Scituate, MA was $10,949. The county assessed it at $1,096,000.
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