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$342,636$317 / 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 94How 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 $205,000 on Jul 16, 2007

523 FOREST HILLS RD

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01128
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,082 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.
0.38 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.
1
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

$343K
$322K low$363K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$205,000 · Jul 16, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,930 (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.$314,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$309,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$316,730

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.Ranch
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
Daniel B BruntonC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Springfield High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
M
STEM Middle AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01128These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,641 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,168
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,396
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

523 Forest Hills 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 more than 73% of homes in Sixteen Acres
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Sixteen Acres
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Hampden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Sixteen Acres
  • Older than 71% of homes in Springfield 01128

What homes are worth in Springfield 01128

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

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$239K$492K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Springfield 01128.

How it measures up in Springfield 01128

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01128.

Estimated value$342,636
CheaperTypical $324,010Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,082 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,257 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 523 Forest Hills Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSixteen AcresSpringfield 01128Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$342,63673% of homes63% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31792% of homes89% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,082 ft²39% of homes32% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac80% of homes67% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than195536% of homes29% of homes49% of homes

About 523 Forest Hills Rd

How much is 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA is $342,636 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $322,469 to $362,803. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA last sell?

523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA last sold on Jul 16, 2007 for $205,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA?

523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,082 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA built?

523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA?

523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA is assigned to Daniel B Brunton (elementary), rated C; Springfield High School (high); STEM Middle Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01128?

Among the 1,110 homes in Springfield 01128, it is worth more than 63% of them ($342,636 against a typical $324,010), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($317 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,082 ft² against a typical 1,257 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1955 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 53% 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 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Forest Hills Rd, Springfield, MA was $4,930. The county assessed it at $314,400.

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