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$1,109,512$400 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $347,250 on Nov 16, 1989

42 R F HIGGINS DR

NORWELL, MA 02061
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,774 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
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

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$347,250 · Nov 16, 1989
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,049,512
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$839,610
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.5%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$60,000
BRAINTREE SVGS BK · R · recorded Nov 5, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,238 (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.$1,318,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$534,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$784,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,280,695

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
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(2)

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
Grace Farrar ColeA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Norwell High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Norwell Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Norwell School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02061These 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.27
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 100.73

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.11,639
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.546 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$180,690
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,075
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42 R F Higgins Dr 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 88% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Norwell 02061

What homes are worth in Norwell 02061

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

This home
$520K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Norwell 02061.

How it measures up in Norwell 02061

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwell 02061.

Estimated value$1,109,512
CheaperTypical $1,043,694Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$400
CheaperTypical $466Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,774 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,306 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 42 R F Higgins Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwell 02061Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,109,51255% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40022% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,774 ft²66% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac59% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than198973% of homes73% of homes

About 42 R F Higgins Dr

How much is 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA is $1,109,512 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,037,339 to $1,181,685. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA last sell?

42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA last sold on Nov 16, 1989 for $347,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA?

42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,774 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA built?

42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA?

42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA is assigned to Grace Farrar Cole (elementary), rated A-; Norwell High School (high), rated A+; Norwell Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Norwell School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA compare to other homes in Norwell 02061?

Among the 3,714 homes in Norwell 02061, it is worth more than 55% of them ($1,109,512 against a typical $1,043,694), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($400 against a typical $466), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,774 ft² against a typical 2,306 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1989 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 88% 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 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 R F Higgins Dr, Norwell, MA was $17,238. The county assessed it at $1,318,900.

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