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$475,484$508 / 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 90How 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

47 ELLINGTON ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
Building report
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.
1,404 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$475K
$430K low$521K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,045 (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.$435,700 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$435,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$377,245

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Sarah Greenwood K-8 SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Jeremiah E. Burke High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02121These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.28,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,928
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

47 Ellington 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 Suffolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02121

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

This home
$243K$909K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Dorchester 02121.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02121.

Estimated value$475,484
CheaperTypical $518,031Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$508
CheaperTypical $357Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 47 Ellington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$475,48423% of homes40% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50869% of homes95% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²9% of homes4% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,404 ft²18% of homes9% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than200191% of homes90% of homes87% of homes

About 47 Ellington St

How much is 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA is $475,484 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,841 to $521,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA?

47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA built?

47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA?

47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Sarah Greenwood K-8 School (elementary), rated D+; Jeremiah E. Burke High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 40% of them ($475,484 against a typical $518,031), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($508 against a typical $357), it is bigger than 4% of them (936 ft² against a typical 3,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 90% of them (2001 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 16% 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 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 47 Ellington St, Dorchester, MA was $5,045. The county assessed it at $435,700.

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