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$272,778$203 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $250,000 on Jan 23, 2024

8 WEST ST

NEW SALEM, MA 01355
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,347 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.
1.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1776
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$273K
$249K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Jan 23, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,879 (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.$212,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$162,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,900

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.80
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.

E
Swift RiverB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.4 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Ralph C. Mahar School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01355These 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.77
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 100.56

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.1,158
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,769
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,791
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

8 West 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 less than 88% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in New Salem 01355
  • Among the oldest homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in New Salem 01355

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

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$170K$702K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in New Salem 01355.

How it measures up in New Salem 01355

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Salem 01355.

Estimated value$272,778
CheaperTypical $388,609Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,726 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1.8 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1776
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 8 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Salem 01355Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$272,77812% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20335% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,347 ft²29% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.8 ac29% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than17762% of homesalmost no homes

About 8 West St

How much is 8 West St, New Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 West St, New Salem, MA is $272,778 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $248,899 to $296,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 West St, New Salem, MA last sell?

8 West St, New Salem, MA last sold on Jan 23, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 West St, New Salem, MA?

8 West St, New Salem, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,347 square feet of living space and a 1.80-acre lot.

When was 8 West St, New Salem, MA built?

8 West St, New Salem, MA was built in 1776, making it 250 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 West St, New Salem, MA?

8 West St, New Salem, MA is assigned to Swift River (elementary), rated B; Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Ralph C. Mahar School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 West St, New Salem, MA compare to other homes in New Salem 01355?

Among the 421 homes in New Salem 01355, it is worth more than 12% of them ($272,778 against a typical $388,609), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($203 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,347 ft² against a typical 1,726 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (1.8 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1776 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 22% 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 West St, New Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 West St, New Salem, MA was $2,879. The county assessed it at $212,000.

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