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$762,305$869 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $585,000 on Feb 18, 2021

85 BAXTER ST

SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127
Building report
3
Beds
1
Baths
877 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.
877 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$762K
$721K low$804K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · Feb 18, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,437 (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.$642,200 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$642,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$729,600

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.49 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.81%
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.0.2 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.Condominium
CountySUFFOLK
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.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
James Condon K-8 SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Excel High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02127These 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.110
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 100.79

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.44%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,644
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15,131 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$146,200
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

85 Baxter 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in South Boston 02127

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

This home
$444K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in South Boston 02127.

How it measures up in South Boston 02127

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Boston 02127.

Estimated value$762,305
CheaperTypical $841,508Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$869
CheaperTypical $805Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 85 Baxter St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Boston 02127Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$762,30538% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$86969% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than877 ft²25% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than877 ft²26% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than190043% of homes31% of homes

About 85 Baxter St

How much is 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA is $762,305 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $720,784 to $803,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA last sell?

85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA last sold on Feb 18, 2021 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA?

85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 877 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA built?

85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA?

85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA is assigned to James Condon K-8 School (elementary), rated D+; Excel High School (high), rated D. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA compare to other homes in South Boston 02127?

Among the 11,103 homes in South Boston 02127, it is worth more than 38% of them ($762,305 against a typical $841,508), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($869 against a typical $805), it is bigger than 25% of them (877 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (877 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²) and it is newer than 43% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 57% 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 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Baxter St, South Boston, MA was $7,437. The county assessed it at $642,200.

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