Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,081,975$746 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $175,000 on May 6, 1986

48 BALSAM ST

FAIRHAVEN, MA 02719
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,450 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$970K 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.$175,000 · May 6, 1986

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,177 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$998,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$700,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$930,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$862,356

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.77 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
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.1 percent coastal flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
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
LeRoy L. Wood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.2 mi
M
Elizabeth Hastings Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
Fairhaven High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Fairhaven School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02719These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.16,084
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,026 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,611
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

48 Balsam 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 98% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Fairhaven 02719
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Fairhaven 02719

What homes are worth in Fairhaven 02719

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

This home
$301K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Fairhaven 02719.

How it measures up in Fairhaven 02719

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairhaven 02719.

Estimated value$1,081,975
CheaperTypical $501,426Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$746
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,365 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 48 Balsam St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairhaven 02719Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,081,97598% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$74696% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,450 ft²54% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac66% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197076% of homes54% of homes

About 48 Balsam St

How much is 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA is $1,081,975 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $970,014 to $1,193,936. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA last sell?

48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA last sold on May 6, 1986 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,450 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA built?

48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA is assigned to LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Elizabeth Hastings Middle School (middle), rated C+; Fairhaven High School (high), rated C. All sit in Fairhaven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA compare to other homes in Fairhaven 02719?

Among the 6,220 homes in Fairhaven 02719, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,081,975 against a typical $501,426), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($746 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,450 ft² against a typical 1,365 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1970 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 97% 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 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 48 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA was $9,177. The county assessed it at $998,600.

More homes on Balsam St

Closest homes

More homes in Fairhaven 02719

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 48 Balsam St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map