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$804,698$401 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $79,000 on Jun 30, 1995

55 RICHFIELD ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,008 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$805K
$753K low$857K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$79,000 · Jun 30, 1995
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$588,898
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$471,118
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.27%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$215,800
BANK OF AMERICA · recorded May 17, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,451 (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.$470,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$170,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$615,030

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.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
Up Academy HollandC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Lilla G. Frederick Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Up Academy DorchesterC+
High · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02125These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

55 Richfield 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 02125
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Dorchester 02125
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Dorchester 02125

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02125

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

This home
$340K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Dorchester 02125.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02125

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02125.

Estimated value$804,698
CheaperTypical $638,277Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$401
CheaperTypical $534Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,070 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 55 Richfield St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$804,69876% of homes77% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40127% of homes18% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,008 ft²43% of homes49% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²57% of homes72% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than192069% of homes75% of homes55% of homes

About 55 Richfield St

How much is 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA is $804,698 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $752,728 to $856,668. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jun 30, 1995 for $79,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA has 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,008 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA built?

55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Up Academy Holland (elementary), rated C; Lilla G. Frederick Middle School (middle), rated D+; Up Academy Dorchester (high), rated C+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 77% of them ($804,698 against a typical $638,277), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($401 against a typical $534), it is bigger than 49% of them (2,008 ft² against a typical 2,070 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 2,919 ft²) and it is newer than 75% of them (1920 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 61% 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 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 55 Richfield St, Dorchester, MA was $5,451. The county assessed it at $470,700.

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