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$764,224$356 / 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 89How 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 $1,600,000 on Jul 27, 2023

6 HOWLAND ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
Building report
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,149 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$764K
$680K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,600,000 · Jul 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,080 (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.$870,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$870,500

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
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
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

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.

M
Boston Latin AcadenyB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi
H
Jeremiah E. Burke High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
William Monroe Trotter K-8 SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02121These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,928
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%

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How this home compares

6 Howland 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 92% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Roxbury
  • Older than 69% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02121

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

This home
$223K$908K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Dorchester 02121.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02121.

Estimated value$764,224
CheaperTypical $513,239Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$356
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,149 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,254 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 6 Howland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxburyDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$764,22480% of homes92% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35634% of homes50% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,149 ft²51% of homes25% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac84% of homes78% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than190045% of homes38% of homes31% of homes

About 6 Howland St

How much is 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA is $764,224 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $679,964 to $848,484. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jul 27, 2023 for $1,600,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA?

6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 2,149 square feet of living space.

When was 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA built?

6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA?

6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Boston Latin Acadeny (middle), rated B; Jeremiah E. Burke High School (high), rated F; William Monroe Trotter K-8 School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 92% of them ($764,224 against a typical $513,239), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($356 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 25% of them (2,149 ft² against a typical 3,254 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 38% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 57% 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 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6 Howland St, Dorchester, MA was $10,080. The county assessed it at $870,500.

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