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$273,498$182 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Aug 18, 2023

42 MELROSE ST

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01109
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,506 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.
3,903 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$273K
$259K low$288K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Aug 18, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,398 (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.$216,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$193,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$216,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$313,595

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.12 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Elias BrookingsC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.0 mi
H
Springfield High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
STEM Middle AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01109These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.12%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,719
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,746 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,328
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.50%

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How this home compares

42 Melrose 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 94% of homes in Old Hill
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Hampden County
  • Among the smallest lots in Hampden County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Springfield 01109

What homes are worth in Springfield 01109

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

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$175K$420K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Springfield 01109.

How it measures up in Springfield 01109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01109.

Estimated value$273,498
CheaperTypical $259,255Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,506 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size3,903 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1924Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 42 Melrose St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld HillSpringfield 01109Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,49894% of homes64% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18267% of homes37% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,506 ft²39% of homes49% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,903 ft²15% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than189612% of homes4% of homes4% of homes

About 42 Melrose St

How much is 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA is $273,498 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $258,804 to $288,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA last sell?

42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA last sold on Aug 18, 2023 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA?

42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,506 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA built?

42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA?

42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA is assigned to Elias Brookings (elementary), rated C-; Springfield High School (high); STEM Middle Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01109?

Among the 6,512 homes in Springfield 01109, it is worth more than 64% of them ($273,498 against a typical $259,255), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($182 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,506 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,903 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1896 against a typical 1924). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 22% 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 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Melrose St, Springfield, MA was $3,398. The county assessed it at $216,700.

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