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$512,148$232 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

40 WALES ST

TAUNTON, MA 02780
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,212 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$512K
$487K low$537K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,244 (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.$479,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$384,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$509,865

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.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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 SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Taunton High SchoolD-
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.6 mi
M
John F. Parker Middle SchoolC
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

40 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Taunton 02780
  • Older than 69% 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
$237K$798K

This home is worth more than 60% 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$512,148
CheaperTypical $478,708Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $320Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 40 Wales St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaunton 02780Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$512,14860% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2325% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,212 ft²78% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac13% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than194038% of homes31% of homes

About 40 Wales St

How much is 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA is $512,148 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $486,805 to $537,491. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA last sell?

40 Wales St, Taunton, MA last sold on Nov 26, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

40 Wales St, Taunton, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,212 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA built?

40 Wales St, Taunton, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

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

How does 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA compare to other homes in Taunton 02780?

Among the 14,126 homes in Taunton 02780, it is worth more than 60% of them ($512,148 against a typical $478,708), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($232 against a typical $320), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,212 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1940 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 48% 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 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Wales St, Taunton, MA was $5,244. The county assessed it at $479,300.

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