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$373,213$164 / 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 93How 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

796 JAMES ST

CHICOPEE, MA 01020
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,280 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$373K
$347K low$399K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,955 (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.$392,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$236,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,500

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.22 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
CountyHampden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(3)

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
BowieB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Chicopee Comprehensive High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Dupont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Chicopee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01020These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,769
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,218
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

796 James 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 78% of homes in Chicopee 01020
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Chicopee 01020
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Chicopee 01020
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Chicopee 01020
  • Older than 81% of homes in Chicopee 01020

What homes are worth in Chicopee 01020

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

This home
$193K$553K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Chicopee 01020.

How it measures up in Chicopee 01020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicopee 01020.

Estimated value$373,213
CheaperTypical $313,506Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 796 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicopee 01020Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$373,21378% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1643% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,280 ft²91% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac98% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than192419% of homes21% of homes

About 796 James St

How much is 796 James St, Chicopee, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 796 James St, Chicopee, MA is $373,213 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $347,239 to $399,187. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 796 James St, Chicopee, MA last sell?

796 James St, Chicopee, MA last sold on Apr 9, 1976, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 796 James St, Chicopee, MA?

796 James St, Chicopee, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,280 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 796 James St, Chicopee, MA built?

796 James St, Chicopee, MA was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 796 James St, Chicopee, MA?

796 James St, Chicopee, MA is assigned to Bowie (elementary), rated B-; Chicopee Comprehensive High School (high), rated D+; Dupont Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Chicopee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 796 James St, Chicopee, MA compare to other homes in Chicopee 01020?

Among the 8,937 homes in Chicopee 01020, it is worth more than 78% of them ($373,213 against a typical $313,506), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($164 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,280 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1924 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 63% 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 796 James St, Chicopee, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 796 James St, Chicopee, MA was $5,955. The county assessed it at $392,800.

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