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$476,242$509 / 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 95How 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 $380,000 on Sep 28, 2020

38 WATER ST

BERKLEY, MA 02779
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
936 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$476K
$452K low$500K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Sep 28, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,865 (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.$393,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$286,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$381,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$468,664

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.52 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.72%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBRISTOL
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

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
Berkley Community SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.4 mi
M
Berkley Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Somerset Berkley Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Berkley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02779These 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.19
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,050
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.394 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,850
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,777
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 Water 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 Berkley 02779
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Berkley 02779
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Berkley 02779
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Berkley 02779
  • Older than 68% of homes in Berkley 02779

What homes are worth in Berkley 02779

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

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$375K$1M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Berkley 02779.

How it measures up in Berkley 02779

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkley 02779.

Estimated value$476,242
CheaperTypical $591,024Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$509
CheaperTypical $352Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,744 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 38 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkley 02779Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$476,24216% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50994% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²4% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac5% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198032% of homes64% of homes

About 38 Water St

How much is 38 Water St, Berkley, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Water St, Berkley, MA is $476,242 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $452,264 to $500,220. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Water St, Berkley, MA last sell?

38 Water St, Berkley, MA last sold on Sep 28, 2020 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Water St, Berkley, MA?

38 Water St, Berkley, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 38 Water St, Berkley, MA built?

38 Water St, Berkley, MA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Water St, Berkley, MA?

38 Water St, Berkley, MA is assigned to Berkley Community School (elementary), rated B; Berkley Middle School (middle), rated B; Somerset Berkley Regional High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Berkley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Water St, Berkley, MA compare to other homes in Berkley 02779?

Among the 2,311 homes in Berkley 02779, it is worth more than 16% of them ($476,242 against a typical $591,024), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($509 against a typical $352), it is bigger than 4% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,744 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1980 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 38% 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 Water St, Berkley, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38 Water St, Berkley, MA was $4,865. The county assessed it at $393,900.

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