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$218,623$162 / 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 93How 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 $75,000 on Apr 27, 2000

51 BACKMAN AVE

PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,352 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

$219K
$202K low$235K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Apr 27, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,726 (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.$207,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,800

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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

Transaction History(7)

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
CrosbyD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Taconic High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
John T Reid Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Pittsfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01201These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.90%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,556
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.639 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,277
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,002
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

51 Backman Ave 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 89% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Pittsfield 01201

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

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$137K$851K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Pittsfield 01201.

How it measures up in Pittsfield 01201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsfield 01201.

Estimated value$218,623
CheaperTypical $302,113Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 51 Backman Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsfield 01201Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,62314% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16215% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,352 ft²34% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac18% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192535% of homes31% of homes

About 51 Backman Ave

How much is 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA is $218,623 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $202,319 to $234,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA last sell?

51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA last sold on Apr 27, 2000 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,352 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA built?

51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA is assigned to Crosby (elementary), rated D; Taconic High School (high), rated D+; John T Reid Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Pittsfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA compare to other homes in Pittsfield 01201?

Among the 14,715 homes in Pittsfield 01201, it is worth more than 14% of them ($218,623 against a typical $302,113), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($162 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,352 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1925 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 11% 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 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51 Backman Ave, Pittsfield, MA was $3,726. The county assessed it at $207,700.

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