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$786,657$355 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Aug 31, 2004

686 HEWINS ST

SHEFFIELD, MA 01257
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,219 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$787K
$725K 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.$120,000 · Aug 31, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,970 (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.$658,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$588,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$658,100

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.29
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.164 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Cape Cod
CountyBerkshire
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Undermountain ElementaryC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi
M
Mt. Everett Regional SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Southern Berkshire School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01257These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,403
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,979
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.50%

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How this home compares

686 Hewins 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 87% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Sheffield 01257

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

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$249K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Sheffield 01257.

How it measures up in Sheffield 01257

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheffield 01257.

Estimated value$786,657
CheaperTypical $552,061Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$355
CheaperTypical $326Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area2,219 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,771 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 686 Hewins St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheffield 01257Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$786,65774% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35562% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,219 ft²67% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac52% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than200492% of homes94% of homes

About 686 Hewins St

How much is 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA is $786,657 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $725,127 to $848,187. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA last sell?

686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA last sold on Aug 31, 2004 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA?

686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,219 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA built?

686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA?

686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA is assigned to Undermountain Elementary (elementary), rated C; Mt. Everett Regional School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Southern Berkshire School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA compare to other homes in Sheffield 01257?

Among the 1,156 homes in Sheffield 01257, it is worth more than 74% of them ($786,657 against a typical $552,061), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($355 against a typical $326), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,219 ft² against a typical 1,771 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (2 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2004 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 87% 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 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Hewins St, Sheffield, MA was $7,970. The county assessed it at $658,100.

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