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$1,525,748$524 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $390,000 on May 4, 2010

56A RICHFIELD ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,913 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.
0.13 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.
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

$1.5M
$1.4M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$390,000 · May 4, 2010
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.$758,248
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$606,598
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.50%
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.$689,500
FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK · R · recorded Nov 4, 2021
2nd 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.$78,000
BANK OF AMERICA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,881 (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.$1,457,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$297,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,160,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,232,200

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
CountySuffolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(16)

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 · 0.2 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.Absentee owner
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

56a 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Dorchester
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Dorchester 02125
  • Older than 72% of homes in Dorchester

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
$344K$1.4M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$1,525,748
CheaperTypical $638,745Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$524
CheaperTypical $534Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,913 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 2,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 56a Richfield St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,525,748almost all homesalmost all homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52463% of homes46% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,913 ft²63% of homes65% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac86% of homes90% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes31% of homes31% of homes

About 56a Richfield St

How much is 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA is $1,525,748 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,373,173 to $1,678,322. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA last sold on May 4, 2010 for $390,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,913 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA built?

56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

56a 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 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,525,748 against a typical $638,745), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($524 against a typical $534), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,913 ft² against a typical 2,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 2,875 ft²) and it is newer than 31% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 90% 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 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 56a Richfield St, Dorchester, MA was $16,881. The county assessed it at $1,457,800.

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