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$643,042$305 / 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 95How 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 $521,000 on Jan 20, 2023

74 PLAIN ST

FRANKLIN, MA 02038
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,106 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.
1.03 ac
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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$643K
$609K low$677K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$521,000 · Jan 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,166 (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.$616,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$372,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$606,385

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.Historical
CountyNORFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(9)

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
J. F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Franklin High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Horace Mann Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Franklin School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02038These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.34,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,268 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$161,360
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

74 Plain 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the oldest homes in Franklin 02038

What homes are worth in Franklin 02038

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

This home
$285K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Franklin 02038.

How it measures up in Franklin 02038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 02038.

Estimated value$643,042
CheaperTypical $706,927Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$305
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,106 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,874 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 74 Plain St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 02038Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$643,04238% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30510% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,106 ft²61% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac69% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than1850almost no homesalmost no homes

About 74 Plain St

How much is 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA is $643,042 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $609,001 to $677,083. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA last sell?

74 Plain St, Franklin, MA last sold on Jan 20, 2023 for $521,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA?

74 Plain St, Franklin, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,106 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA built?

74 Plain St, Franklin, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA?

74 Plain St, Franklin, MA is assigned to J. F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Franklin High School (high), rated A; Horace Mann Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Franklin School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA compare to other homes in Franklin 02038?

Among the 10,125 homes in Franklin 02038, it is worth more than 38% of them ($643,042 against a typical $706,927), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($305 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,106 ft² against a typical 1,874 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1850 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 37% 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 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 74 Plain St, Franklin, MA was $7,166. The county assessed it at $616,700.

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