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$280,480$270 / 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 98How 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
Last sold for $157,900 on Jan 13, 2004

5 BRIGHTWATER ST

WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA 01089
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,037 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.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$280K
$275K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,900 · Jan 13, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,315 (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.$222,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,900

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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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 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.Cape Cod
CountyHampden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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.

M
West Springfield Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
West Springfield High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
E
John R. Fausey Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 2.0 mi

District: West Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01089These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.95%
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.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,665 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,562
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,574
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

5 Brightwater 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 79% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in West Springfield 01089
  • Older than 65% of homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in West Springfield 01089

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

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$149K$750K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in West Springfield 01089.

How it measures up in West Springfield 01089

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Springfield 01089.

Estimated value$280,480
CheaperTypical $342,866Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,037 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 5 Brightwater St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Springfield 01089Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,48021% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27075% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,037 ft²14% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac19% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than194841% of homes35% of homes

About 5 Brightwater St

How much is 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA is $280,480 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $274,951 to $286,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA last sell?

5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA last sold on Jan 13, 2004 for $157,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA?

5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,037 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA built?

5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA?

5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA is assigned to West Springfield Middle School (middle), rated D+; West Springfield High School (high), rated C+; John R. Fausey Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in West Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA compare to other homes in West Springfield 01089?

Among the 8,208 homes in West Springfield 01089, it is worth more than 21% of them ($280,480 against a typical $342,866), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($270 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,037 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1948 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 26% 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 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Brightwater St, West Springfield, MA was $3,315. The county assessed it at $222,900.

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