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$393,198$393 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $360,000 on Mar 18, 2024

38 WALES ST

TAUNTON, MA 02780
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,001 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.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$393K
$370K low$416K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Mar 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,932 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$353,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$271,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$339,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$394,676

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.7 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
CountyBRISTOL
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(19)

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
Harold H. Galligan SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Taunton High SchoolD
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.6 mi
M
John F. Parker Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 1.7 mi

District: Taunton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02780These 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.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,999
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,428 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,415
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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How this home compares

38 Wales 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 84% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Older than 86% of homes in Bristol County

What homes are worth in Taunton 02780

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

This home
$248K$807K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Taunton 02780.

How it measures up in Taunton 02780

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taunton 02780.

Estimated value$393,198
CheaperTypical $484,923Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$393
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,001 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 38 Wales St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaunton 02780Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$393,19819% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39385% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,001 ft²9% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than190026% of homes14% of homes

About 38 Wales St

How much is 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA is $393,198 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $369,910 to $416,486. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA last sell?

38 Wales St, Taunton, MA last sold on Mar 18, 2024 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

38 Wales St, Taunton, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,001 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA built?

38 Wales St, Taunton, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

38 Wales St, Taunton, MA is assigned to Harold H. Galligan School (elementary), rated D; Taunton High School (high), rated D; John F. Parker Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Taunton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA compare to other homes in Taunton 02780?

Among the 14,126 homes in Taunton 02780, it is worth more than 19% of them ($393,198 against a typical $484,923), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($393 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,001 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1900 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 16% 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 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38 Wales St, Taunton, MA was $3,932. The county assessed it at $353,000.

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