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$3,221,133$723 / 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 91How 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 $510,000 on Jul 5, 1995

55 COTTAGE ST

HINGHAM, MA 02043
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,453 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.
1.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1857
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.2M
$2.9M low$3.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$510,000 · Jul 5, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$31,537 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,012,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,014,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,997,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,705,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,156,358

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.Historical
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.87
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(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
Foster Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Hingham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Hingham Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi

District: Hingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02043These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.23,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,975
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,587
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.52%

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How this home compares

55 Cottage 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Among the largest lots in Downtown Hingham
  • Older than 98% of homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Hingham 02043

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

This home
$441K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Hingham 02043.

How it measures up in Hingham 02043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hingham 02043.

Estimated value$3,221,133
CheaperTypical $1,311,901Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$723
CheaperTypical $608Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area4,453 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size1.87 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1857
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 55 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowntown HinghamHingham 02043Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,221,13397% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72367% of homes80% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than4,453 ft²94% of homes94% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.87 acalmost all homes94% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than185729% of homes6% of homes2% of homes

About 55 Cottage St

How much is 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA is $3,221,133 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,937,174 to $3,505,092. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA last sell?

55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA last sold on Jul 5, 1995 for $510,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,453 square feet of living space and a 1.87-acre lot.

When was 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA built?

55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA was built in 1857, making it 169 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA is assigned to Foster Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Hingham High School (high), rated A; Hingham Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Hingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA compare to other homes in Hingham 02043?

Among the 7,616 homes in Hingham 02043, it is worth more than 96% of them ($3,221,133 against a typical $1,311,901), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($723 against a typical $608), it is bigger than 94% of them (4,453 ft² against a typical 2,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.87 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1857 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than almost all 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 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 55 Cottage St, Hingham, MA was $31,537. The county assessed it at $3,012,100.

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