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$509,641$349 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

8 MARLIN WAY

DORCHESTER, MA 02122
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,462 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.
2,400 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
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

$510K
$486K low$533K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,762 (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.$411,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$151,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$259,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$539,410

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.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.75%
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.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Community Academy Of Science And HealthD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Mather Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Up Academy DorchesterC+
Middle · Grades PK–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02122These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.23,849
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,977 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,827
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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 Marlin Way 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 less than 80% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02122

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

This home
$293K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Dorchester 02122.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02122

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02122.

Estimated value$509,641
CheaperTypical $592,782Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $470Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,462 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,398 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 8 Marlin Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02122Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$509,64130% of homes31% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34921% of homes9% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,462 ft²30% of homes38% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,400 ft²27% of homes34% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than191058% of homes53% of homes45% of homes

About 8 Marlin Way

How much is 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA is $509,641 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $485,921 to $533,361. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA last sell?

8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA last sold on Mar 18, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA?

8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA has 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,462 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA built?

8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA?

8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Community Academy Of Science And Health (high), rated D-; Mather Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Up Academy Dorchester (middle), rated C+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02122?

Among the 4,918 homes in Dorchester 02122, it is worth more than 31% of them ($509,641 against a typical $592,782), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($349 against a typical $470), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,462 ft² against a typical 1,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 3,398 ft²) and it is newer than 53% of them (1910 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 20% 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 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Marlin Way, Dorchester, MA was $4,762. The county assessed it at $411,200.

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