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$710,029$539 / 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 83How 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

78 BIRCH LN

RICHMOND, MA 01254
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,317 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.
19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$710K
$592K low$828K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,195 (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.$424,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$224,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyBERKSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.19.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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
Richmond ConsolidatedB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Richmond School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01254These 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.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,213
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,062
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,992
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

78 Birch Ln 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 Berkshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Richmond 01254
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Richmond 01254

What homes are worth in Richmond 01254

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

This home
$270K$3M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Richmond 01254.

How it measures up in Richmond 01254

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 01254.

Estimated value$710,029
CheaperTypical $671,000Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$539
CheaperTypical $360Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,317 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size19 ac
SmallerTypical 3.62 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 78 Birch Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 01254Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$710,02953% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53990% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,317 ft²21% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than19 ac89% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than195031% of homes46% of homes

About 78 Birch Ln

How much is 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA is $710,029 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $592,095 to $827,963. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA last sell?

78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA?

78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,317 square feet of living space and a 19.00-acre lot.

When was 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA built?

78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA?

78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA is assigned to Richmond Consolidated (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Richmond School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA compare to other homes in Richmond 01254?

Among the 626 homes in Richmond 01254, it is worth more than 53% of them ($710,029 against a typical $671,000), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($539 against a typical $360), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,317 ft² against a typical 2,016 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (19 ac against a typical 3.62 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1950 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Berkshire 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 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Birch Ln, Richmond, MA was $4,195. The county assessed it at $424,600.

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