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79 BURGESS AVE

ROCHESTER, MA 02770
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,072 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.
3.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,149 (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.$660,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$214,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$446,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$778,905

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.58
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.193 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.Colonial
CountyPLYMOUTH
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.45
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
Rochester MemorialB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.3 mi
H
Old Rochester Regional High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi
M
Old Rochester Regional Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.7 mi

District: Old Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02770These 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.88
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 100.64

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.97%
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.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,620
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.165 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.52%

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How this home compares

79 Burgess 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.

  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Rochester 02770

How it measures up in Rochester 02770

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 02770.

Living area3,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,030 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size3.45 ac
SmallerTypical 1.61 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 79 Burgess Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 02770Plymouth County
Living areabigger than3,072 ft²89% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.45 ac81% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197119% of homes53% of homes

About 79 Burgess Ave

When did 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA last sell?

79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA?

79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,072 square feet of living space and a 3.45-acre lot.

When was 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA built?

79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA?

79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA is assigned to Rochester Memorial (elementary), rated B; Old Rochester Regional High School (high), rated A-; Old Rochester Regional Jr High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Old Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA compare to other homes in Rochester 02770?

Among the 2,117 homes in Rochester 02770, it is bigger than 89% of them (3,072 ft² against a typical 2,030 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (3.45 ac against a typical 1.61 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1971 against a typical 1987). 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 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Burgess Ave, Rochester, MA was $7,149. The county assessed it at $660,700.

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