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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $745,000 on Jul 27, 2020

78 HORACE ST

EAST BOSTON, MA 02128
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,092 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$745,000 · Jul 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,758 (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.$756,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$273,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$482,900

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.37
16
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Patrick J. Kennedy Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
East Boston High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Mario Umana AcademyD+
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02128These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,432
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,916
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

78 Horace 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.

  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in East Boston 02128
  • Older than 69% of homes in Suffolk County

How it measures up in East Boston 02128

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Boston 02128.

Living area2,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,531 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 78 Horace St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Boston 02128Suffolk County
Living areabigger than2,092 ft²62% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²69% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than190038% of homes31% of homes

About 78 Horace St

When did 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA last sell?

78 Horace St, East Boston, MA last sold on Jul 27, 2020 for $745,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA?

78 Horace St, East Boston, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,092 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA built?

78 Horace St, East Boston, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA?

78 Horace St, East Boston, MA is assigned to Patrick J. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; East Boston High School (high), rated D; Mario Umana Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA compare to other homes in East Boston 02128?

Among the 7,864 homes in East Boston 02128, it is bigger than 62% of them (2,092 ft² against a typical 1,531 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 38% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). 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 Horace St, East Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Horace St, East Boston, MA was $8,758. The county assessed it at $756,300.

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