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$610,427$228 / 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 87How 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 $300,000 on Aug 20, 2004

81 HOWARD AVE

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
6
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,676 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.
3,034 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
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

$610K
$529K low$692K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Aug 20, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,180 (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.$447,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$146,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$632,985

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.0.07
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(5)

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
Haynes Early Education Center
Elementary · Grades EE–1 · 0.3 mi
M
Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 SchoolC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Boston Latin AcadenyB+
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02125These 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.128
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 100.80

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.34,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,595
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

81 Howard 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.

  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Dorchester 02125
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02125

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

This home
$328K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Dorchester 02125.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02125

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02125.

Estimated value$610,427
CheaperTypical $599,764Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $494Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,676 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3,034 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 81 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$610,42753% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$228almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,676 ft²60% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,034 ft²53% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than190559% of homes37% of homes

About 81 Howard Ave

How much is 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA is $610,427 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $528,849 to $692,005. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA last sell?

81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA last sold on Aug 20, 2004 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA?

81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA has 6 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,676 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA built?

81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA?

81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Haynes Early Education Center (elementary); Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 School (middle), rated C-; Boston Latin Acadeny (high), rated B+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 53% of them ($610,427 against a typical $599,764), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($228 against a typical $494), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,676 ft² against a typical 2,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (3,034 ft² against a typical 2,919 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1905 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 36% 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 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Howard Ave, Dorchester, MA was $5,180. The county assessed it at $447,300.

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