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$883,165$658 / 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 77How 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

81 ELM ST

CANTON, MA 02021
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,342 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.
8.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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.

Valuation

$883K
$676K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,481 (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.$655,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$491,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$630,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$853,480

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.8 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.area not mapped

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
CountyNORFOLK
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.1956
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.

M
William H. Galvin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Lt. Peter M. Hansen Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Canton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Canton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02021These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.96%
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.6.3%
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.25,067
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,278 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,421
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,387
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

81 Elm 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 65% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Canton 02021
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Canton 02021
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Canton 02021

What homes are worth in Canton 02021

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

This home
$301K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Canton 02021.

How it measures up in Canton 02021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canton 02021.

Estimated value$883,165
CheaperTypical $774,939Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$658
CheaperTypical $415Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size8.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 81 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanton 02021Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$883,16564% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$658almost all homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,342 ft²25% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.4 ac95% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than194816% of homes35% of homes

About 81 Elm St

How much is 81 Elm St, Canton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Elm St, Canton, MA is $883,165 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $676,225 to $1,090,104. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Elm St, Canton, MA last sell?

81 Elm St, Canton, MA last sold on Jul 18, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Elm St, Canton, MA?

81 Elm St, Canton, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,342 square feet of living space and a 8.40-acre lot.

When was 81 Elm St, Canton, MA built?

81 Elm St, Canton, MA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Elm St, Canton, MA?

81 Elm St, Canton, MA is assigned to William H. Galvin Middle School (middle), rated B; Lt. Peter M. Hansen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Canton High School (high), rated A. All sit in Canton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Elm St, Canton, MA compare to other homes in Canton 02021?

Among the 7,558 homes in Canton 02021, it is worth more than 64% of them ($883,165 against a typical $774,939), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($658 against a typical $415), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,342 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (8.4 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1948 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 65% 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 81 Elm St, Canton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Elm St, Canton, MA was $6,481. The county assessed it at $655,300.

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