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8 COLUMBUS AVE

ASHLAND, MA 01721
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,365 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.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
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.$6,792 (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.$531,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$234,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$755,345

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.86 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Commercial Office/Residential (Mixed Use)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(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.

H
Ashland High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Ashland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.2 mi

District: Ashland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01721These 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.47
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 100.63

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.34%
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.18,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,702
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

8 Columbus 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 79% of homes in Ashland 01721
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Ashland 01721

How it measures up in Ashland 01721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 01721.

Living area2,365 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 8 Columbus Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 01721Middlesex County
Living areabigger than2,365 ft²79% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac34% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than19428% of homes37% of homes

About 8 Columbus Ave

When did 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA last sell?

8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA?

8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,365 square feet of living space and a 0.61-acre lot.

When was 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA built?

8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA?

8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA is assigned to Ashland High School (high), rated A; Ashland Middle School (middle), rated A; Henry E Warren Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Ashland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA compare to other homes in Ashland 01721?

Among the 6,092 homes in Ashland 01721, it is bigger than 79% of them (2,365 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1942 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Columbus Ave, Ashland, MA was $6,792. The county assessed it at $531,900.

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