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$494,046$346 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

498 BOSTON POST RD

AMHERST, NH 03031
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,429 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.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$494K
$448K low$540K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,208 (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.$342,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$442,130

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.95
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Amherst Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Souhegan Coop High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Clark-Wilkins SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.3 mi

District: Souhegan Cooperative School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03031These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,242
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$152,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,046
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

498 Boston Post Rd 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 87% of homes in Amherst 03031
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Amherst 03031
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Amherst 03031
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Amherst 03031
  • Older than 87% of homes in Amherst 03031

What homes are worth in Amherst 03031

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

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$356K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Amherst 03031.

How it measures up in Amherst 03031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 03031.

Estimated value$494,046
CheaperTypical $671,754Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,178 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 498 Boston Post Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 03031Hillsborough County
Estimated valuepricier than$494,04613% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34672% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,429 ft²19% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac30% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than195513% of homes23% of homes

About 498 Boston Post Rd

How much is 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH is $494,046 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $448,354 to $539,738. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH last sell?

498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH?

498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,429 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH built?

498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH?

498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH is assigned to Amherst Middle School (middle), rated A-; Souhegan Coop High School (high), rated B+; Clark-Wilkins School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Souhegan Cooperative School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH compare to other homes in Amherst 03031?

Among the 4,438 homes in Amherst 03031, it is worth more than 13% of them ($494,046 against a typical $671,754), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($346 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,429 ft² against a typical 2,178 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1955 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Hillsborough County, it is worth more than 43% 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 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 498 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH was $8,208. The county assessed it at $342,300.

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