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$1,331,883$534 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $665,000 on Jan 26, 2018

778 PALMER AVE

FALMOUTH, MA 02540
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,495 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.
1.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$665,000 · Jan 26, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,979 (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.$1,189,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$418,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$770,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,011,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$934,705

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
CountyBARNSTABLE
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.38
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(10)

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
LawrenceC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Falmouth High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Mullen-HallC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 mi

District: Falmouth School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02540These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.9,084
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.691 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,017
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,996
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

778 Palmer Ave 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 83% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Barnstable County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Falmouth 02540
  • Older than 74% of homes in Barnstable County

What homes are worth in Falmouth 02540

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

This home
$57K$4.4M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Falmouth 02540.

How it measures up in Falmouth 02540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Falmouth 02540.

Estimated value$1,331,883
CheaperTypical $1,117,109Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$534
CheaperTypical $590Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,495 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,022 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 778 Palmer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFalmouth 02540Barnstable County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,331,88364% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53438% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,495 ft²69% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac95% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than196241% of homes26% of homes

About 778 Palmer Ave

How much is 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA is $1,331,883 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,187,251 to $1,476,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA last sell?

778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA last sold on Jan 26, 2018 for $665,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA?

778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,495 square feet of living space and a 1.38-acre lot.

When was 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA built?

778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA?

778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA is assigned to Lawrence (middle), rated C; Falmouth High School (high), rated B; Mullen-Hall (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Falmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA compare to other homes in Falmouth 02540?

Among the 6,065 homes in Falmouth 02540, it is worth more than 64% of them ($1,331,883 against a typical $1,117,109), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($534 against a typical $590), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,495 ft² against a typical 2,022 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1962 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Barnstable County, it is worth more than 83% 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 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 778 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA was $6,979. The county assessed it at $1,189,000.

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