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$1,680,481$6,463 / 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 61How 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 $31,000 on Feb 4, 1998

39 HEMENWAY ST

BOSTON, MA 02115
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
260 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.
260 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$31,000 · Feb 4, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,202 (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.$362,900 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$362,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$478,135

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.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
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.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
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.0.01
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
Boston Arts AcademyC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Carter Developmental Center
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Joseph J. Hurley K-8 SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02115These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43,192 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,808
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,096
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

39 Hemenway 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 more than 92% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Boston 02115
  • Among the smallest homes in Suffolk County
  • Among the smallest lots in Suffolk County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Boston 02115

What homes are worth in Boston 02115

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

This home
$343K$8.7M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Boston 02115.

How it measures up in Boston 02115

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boston 02115.

Estimated value$1,680,481
CheaperTypical $837,892Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$6463
CheaperTypical $1142Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area260 ft²
SmallerTypical 866 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size260 ft²
SmallerTypical 871 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 39 Hemenway St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoston 02115Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,680,48183% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6463almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than260 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than260 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192078% of homes55% of homes

About 39 Hemenway St

How much is 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA is $1,680,481 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,020,970 to $2,339,992. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA last sell?

39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA last sold on Feb 4, 1998 for $31,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA?

39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 260 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA built?

39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA?

39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA is assigned to Boston Arts Academy (high), rated C-; Carter Developmental Center (middle); Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA compare to other homes in Boston 02115?

Among the 3,497 homes in Boston 02115, it is worth more than 83% of them ($1,680,481 against a typical $837,892), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($6463 against a typical $1142), it is bigger than almost none of them (260 ft² against a typical 866 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (260 ft² against a typical 871 ft²) and it is newer than 78% of them (1920 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 92% 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 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 39 Hemenway St, Boston, MA was $4,202. The county assessed it at $362,900.

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