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$839,363$356 / 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 89How 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 $30,750 on Apr 14, 2004

488 MEADOW ST

SOUTH LEE, MA 01260
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,360 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.
3.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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

$839K
$744K low$935K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,750 · Apr 14, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,618 (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.$766,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$199,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$566,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$676,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cape Cod
CountyBerkshire
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.01
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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.Yes

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
Lee Middle/High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.7 mi
E
Lee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi

District: Lee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01260These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.94
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.147 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,709
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

488 Meadow 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 88% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Berkshire County

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

This home
$105K$948K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Berkshire County.

How it measures up in Berkshire County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkshire County.

Estimated value$839,363
CheaperTypical $380,834Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$356
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area2,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,652 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size3.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 488 Meadow St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$839,36388% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35680% of homes
Living areabigger than2,360 ft²77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.01 ac82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200595% of homes

About 488 Meadow St

How much is 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA is $839,363 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $743,684 to $935,042. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA last sell?

488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA last sold on Apr 14, 2004 for $30,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA?

488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,360 square feet of living space and a 3.01-acre lot.

When was 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA built?

488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA?

488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA is assigned to Lee Middle/High School (middle), rated B+; Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Lee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA compare to other homes in Berkshire County?

Among the 52,395 homes in Berkshire County, it is worth more than 88% of them ($839,363 against a typical $380,834), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($356 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,360 ft² against a typical 1,652 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (3.01 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2005 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 Meadow St, South Lee, MA was $8,618. The county assessed it at $766,000.

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