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$784,452$399 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $98,000 on Nov 7, 1995

53 SAMOSET ST

DORCHESTER CENTER, MA 02124
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,964 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$784K
$732K low$837K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$98,000 · Nov 7, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,539 (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.$651,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$239,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$411,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$825,075

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.26 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.minimal

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.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Dr. William Henderson Lower School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Techboston AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02124These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,753
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,467
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

53 Samoset 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 more than 77% of homes in Dorchester
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester Center 02124

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

This home
$299K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Dorchester Center 02124.

How it measures up in Dorchester Center 02124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester Center 02124.

Estimated value$784,452
CheaperTypical $631,075Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,362 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 53 Samoset St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester Center 02124Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$784,45277% of homes76% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39930% of homes41% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,964 ft²42% of homes39% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac66% of homes57% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than190027% of homes29% of homes31% of homes

About 53 Samoset St

How much is 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA is $784,452 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $731,831 to $837,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA last sell?

53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA last sold on Nov 7, 1995 for $98,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA?

53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,964 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA built?

53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA?

53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA is assigned to Dr. William Henderson Lower School (elementary); Techboston Academy (middle), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester Center 02124?

Among the 8,902 homes in Dorchester Center 02124, it is worth more than 76% of them ($784,452 against a typical $631,075), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($399 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,964 ft² against a typical 2,362 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than 29% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 60% 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 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Samoset St, Dorchester Center, MA was $7,539. The county assessed it at $651,000.

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