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$293,079$179 / 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

53 WATER ST

SHELBURNE FALLS, MA 01370
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,636 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.
3,485 ft²
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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$293K
$276K low$310K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,240 (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.$252,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$245,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,871

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Conventional
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(1)

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
Buckland - Shelburne ElementaryC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Mohawk Trail Regional SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Mohawk Trail School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01370These 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.130
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 100.55

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
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.4,073
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,439
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,492
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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 Water 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 less than 86% of homes in Shelburne Falls 01370
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Shelburne Falls 01370
  • Among the smallest lots in Shelburne Falls 01370
  • Older than 76% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Shelburne Falls 01370

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

This home
$217K$988K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Shelburne Falls 01370.

How it measures up in Shelburne Falls 01370

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shelburne Falls 01370.

Estimated value$293,079
CheaperTypical $413,663Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,636 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,810 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 53 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShelburne Falls 01370Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$293,07914% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17913% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,636 ft²40% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190036% of homes24% of homes

About 53 Water St

How much is 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA is $293,079 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $275,849 to $310,309. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA last sell?

53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA?

53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,636 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA built?

53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA?

53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA is assigned to Buckland - Shelburne Elementary (elementary), rated C; Mohawk Trail Regional School (middle), rated D. All sit in Mohawk Trail School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA compare to other homes in Shelburne Falls 01370?

Among the 1,496 homes in Shelburne Falls 01370, it is worth more than 14% of them ($293,079 against a typical $413,663), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($179 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,636 ft² against a typical 1,810 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 28% 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 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA was $3,240. The county assessed it at $252,300.

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