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$799,000$575 / 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
Last sold for $47,000 on May 28, 2014

68 WATER ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02122
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,390 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.
1,390 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$799K
$750K 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.$47,000 · May 28, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,052 (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.$695,300 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$695,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$624,055

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.53 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.88%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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(2)

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
Richard J. Murphy K-8 SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Community Academy Of Science And HealthF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02122These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.23,849
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,977 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,827
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,947
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

68 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 more than 81% of homes in Dorchester 02122
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Dorchester
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Dorchester
  • Among the oldest homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02122

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

This home
$298K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Dorchester 02122.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02122

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02122.

Estimated value$799,000
CheaperTypical $614,910Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$575
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,390 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,910 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1,390 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,398 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 68 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02122Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,00079% of homes81% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57585% of homes83% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,390 ft²28% of homes36% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,390 ft²18% of homes24% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than1850almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 68 Water St

How much is 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA is $799,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $750,122 to $847,878. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

68 Water St, Dorchester, MA last sold on May 28, 2014 for $47,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA?

68 Water St, Dorchester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,390 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA built?

68 Water St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA?

68 Water St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Richard J. Murphy K-8 School (elementary), rated C; Community Academy Of Science And Health (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02122?

Among the 4,918 homes in Dorchester 02122, it is worth more than 81% of them ($799,000 against a typical $614,910), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($575 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,390 ft² against a typical 1,910 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1,390 ft² against a typical 3,398 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1850 against a typical 1910). 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 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 68 Water St, Dorchester, MA was $8,052. The county assessed it at $695,300.

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