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$532,947$317 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $479,900 on Sep 28, 2022

85 ESSEX ST

FALL RIVER, MA 02720
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$533K
$499K low$567K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$479,900 · Sep 28, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,275 (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.$460,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$125,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$335,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$428,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyBristol
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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
James Madison Morton Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
B.M.C. Durfee High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Frank M. Silvia Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.4 mi

District: Fall River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02720These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.29,800
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,271 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,855
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

85 Essex 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 85% of homes in Fall River 02720
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Fall River 02720
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Bristol County
  • Among the newest homes in Fall River 02720

What homes are worth in Fall River 02720

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

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$220K$745K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Fall River 02720.

How it measures up in Fall River 02720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fall River 02720.

Estimated value$532,947
CheaperTypical $419,214Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,871 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 85 Essex St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFall River 02720Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$532,94785% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31775% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²43% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac17% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homes

About 85 Essex St

How much is 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA is $532,947 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $499,023 to $566,871. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA last sell?

85 Essex St, Fall River, MA last sold on Sep 28, 2022 for $479,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA?

85 Essex St, Fall River, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA built?

85 Essex St, Fall River, MA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA?

85 Essex St, Fall River, MA is assigned to James Madison Morton Middle School (middle), rated D-; B.M.C. Durfee High School (high), rated D-; Frank M. Silvia Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Fall River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA compare to other homes in Fall River 02720?

Among the 7,003 homes in Fall River 02720, it is worth more than 85% of them ($532,947 against a typical $419,214), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($317 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,871 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 52% 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 Essex St, Fall River, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Essex St, Fall River, MA was $5,275. The county assessed it at $460,700.

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