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$481,169$243 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on May 24, 2017

79 ALVORD ST

SOUTH HADLEY, MA 01075
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,980 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.
1972
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

$481K
$423K low$539K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · May 24, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,150 (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.$511,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$363,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$476,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$464,550

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.13
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Cape Cod
CountyHAMPSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.38
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Michael E. Smith Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
South Hadley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Plains Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.6 mi

District: South Hadley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01075These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.18,442
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.988 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,588
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,706
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

79 Alvord 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.

  • Worth more than 77% of homes in South Hadley 01075
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Hampshire County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in South Hadley 01075
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in South Hadley 01075
  • Newer than 67% of homes in South Hadley 01075

What homes are worth in South Hadley 01075

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

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$186K$732K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in South Hadley 01075.

How it measures up in South Hadley 01075

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hadley 01075.

Estimated value$481,169
CheaperTypical $368,363Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 79 Alvord St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hadley 01075Hampshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,16977% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24337% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,980 ft²75% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac77% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than197267% of homes56% of homes

About 79 Alvord St

How much is 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA is $481,169 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $423,202 to $539,136. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA last sell?

79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA last sold on May 24, 2017 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA?

79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,980 square feet of living space and a 1.38-acre lot.

When was 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA built?

79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA?

79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA is assigned to Michael E. Smith Middle School (middle), rated C+; South Hadley High School (high), rated C+; Plains Elementary School (elementary). All sit in South Hadley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA compare to other homes in South Hadley 01075?

Among the 5,898 homes in South Hadley 01075, it is worth more than 77% of them ($481,169 against a typical $368,363), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($243 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1972 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Hampshire County, it is worth more than 60% 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 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA was $8,150. The county assessed it at $511,600.

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