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$323,571$200 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $169,900 on Oct 25, 2018

53 CALIFORNIA AVE

SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,617 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$324K
$314K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · Oct 25, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,414 (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.$281,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$242,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$281,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$293,550

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Springfield High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
STEM Middle AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Springfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01118These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.13,838
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,785 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,908
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

53 California 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Springfield 01118
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in East Forest Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Hampden County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Springfield 01118

What homes are worth in Springfield 01118

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

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$229K$448K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Springfield 01118.

How it measures up in Springfield 01118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 01118.

Estimated value$323,571
CheaperTypical $313,059Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,617 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 53 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Forest ParkSpringfield 01118Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,57164% of homes60% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20023% of homes20% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,617 ft²72% of homes72% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac57% of homes49% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than192813% of homes11% of homes25% of homes

About 53 California Ave

How much is 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA is $323,571 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $314,309 to $332,833. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA last sell?

53 California Ave, Springfield, MA last sold on Oct 25, 2018 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA?

53 California Ave, Springfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,617 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA built?

53 California Ave, Springfield, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA?

53 California Ave, Springfield, MA is assigned to Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (elementary), rated B-; 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 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA compare to other homes in Springfield 01118?

Among the 5,096 homes in Springfield 01118, it is worth more than 60% of them ($323,571 against a typical $313,059), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($200 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,617 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1928 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 47% 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 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 California Ave, Springfield, MA was $4,414. The county assessed it at $281,500.

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