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$1,371,457$788 / 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 97How 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 $690,000 on Apr 14, 2016

5 JAMES PL

OAK BLUFFS, MA 02557
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,740 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$690,000 · Apr 14, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,151 (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.$1,218,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$535,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$683,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,516,184

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDUKES
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.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

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
Oak Bluffs Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Martha's Vineyard Regional High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Martha's Vineyard School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02557These 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.170
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.35%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.1.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.646 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,179
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,985
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.58%

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How this home compares

5 James Pl 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Dukes County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Dukes County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Oak Bluffs 02557

What homes are worth in Oak Bluffs 02557

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

This home
$674K$5.1M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Oak Bluffs 02557.

How it measures up in Oak Bluffs 02557

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Bluffs 02557.

Estimated value$1,371,457
CheaperTypical $1,332,043Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$788
CheaperTypical $904Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 5 James Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Bluffs 02557Dukes County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,371,45753% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78828% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²59% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac53% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than200692% of homes88% of homes

About 5 James Pl

How much is 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA is $1,371,457 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,329,817 to $1,413,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA last sell?

5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA last sold on Apr 14, 2016 for $690,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA?

5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA built?

5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA?

5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA is assigned to Oak Bluffs Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Martha's Vineyard Regional High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Martha's Vineyard School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA compare to other homes in Oak Bluffs 02557?

Among the 3,531 homes in Oak Bluffs 02557, it is worth more than 53% of them ($1,371,457 against a typical $1,332,043), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($788 against a typical $904), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2006 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Dukes County, it is worth more than 36% 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 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 James Pl, Oak Bluffs, MA was $6,151. The county assessed it at $1,218,100.

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