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$284,824$424 / 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 57How 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 $110,000 on Sep 3, 2021

494 SHEFFIELD PLN

SHEFFIELD, MA 01257
2
Beds
1
Baths
672 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1820
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$285K
$162K low$408K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · Sep 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,373 (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.$113,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,000

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.57
86
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.45 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Undermountain ElementaryC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.4 mi
M
Mt. Everett Regional SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Southern Berkshire School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01257These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,403
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,979
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

494 Sheffield Pln 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 95% of homes in Sheffield 01257
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Sheffield 01257
  • Among the smallest lots in Sheffield 01257
  • Among the oldest homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Sheffield 01257

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

This home
$240K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Sheffield 01257.

How it measures up in Sheffield 01257

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheffield 01257.

Estimated value$284,824
CheaperTypical $543,569Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$424
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1820
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 494 Sheffield Pln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheffield 01257Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,8245% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42482% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than672 ft²2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 acalmost no homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than18203% of homesalmost no homes

About 494 Sheffield Pln

How much is 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA is $284,824 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $161,534 to $408,114. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA last sell?

494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA last sold on Sep 3, 2021 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA?

494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 672 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA built?

494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA was built in 1820, making it 206 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA?

494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA is assigned to Undermountain Elementary (elementary), rated C+; Mt. Everett Regional School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Southern Berkshire School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA compare to other homes in Sheffield 01257?

Among the 1,156 homes in Sheffield 01257, it is worth more than 5% of them ($284,824 against a typical $543,569), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($424 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 2% of them (672 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.17 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1820 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 27% 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 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 494 Sheffield Pln, Sheffield, MA was $1,373. The county assessed it at $113,400.

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