Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$359,565$244 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $227,500 on Sep 13, 2019

78 RIVER ST

BERNARDSTON, MA 01337
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,474 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.
5 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$360K
$337K low$382K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,500 · Sep 13, 2019
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$359,565
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$287,652

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,911 (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.$274,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.Conventional
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Bernardston Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Pioneer Valley Regional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Pioneer Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01337These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,452
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,256
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

78 River 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Bernardston 01337

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

This home
$190K$799K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Bernardston 01337.

How it measures up in Bernardston 01337

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bernardston 01337.

Estimated value$359,565
CheaperTypical $365,444Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,474 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,567 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 78 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBernardston 01337Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$359,56548% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24453% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,474 ft²44% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac75% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than18508% of homes7% of homes

About 78 River St

How much is 78 River St, Bernardston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 River St, Bernardston, MA is $359,565 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $337,162 to $381,968. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 River St, Bernardston, MA last sell?

78 River St, Bernardston, MA last sold on Sep 13, 2019 for $227,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 River St, Bernardston, MA?

78 River St, Bernardston, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,474 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 78 River St, Bernardston, MA built?

78 River St, Bernardston, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 River St, Bernardston, MA?

78 River St, Bernardston, MA is assigned to Bernardston Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pioneer Valley Regional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Pioneer Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 River St, Bernardston, MA compare to other homes in Bernardston 01337?

Among the 1,091 homes in Bernardston 01337, it is worth more than 48% of them ($359,565 against a typical $365,444), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($244 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,474 ft² against a typical 1,567 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (5 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1850 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 49% 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 River St, Bernardston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 River St, Bernardston, MA was $3,911. The county assessed it at $274,100.

Closest homes

More homes in Bernardston 01337

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 78 River St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map