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$1,174,676$680 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Mar 30, 2001

85 P ST

SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,728 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.
1,642 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Mar 30, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,467 (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.$990,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$335,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$654,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,437,540

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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(2)

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
Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Excel High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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 P 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 83% of homes in South Boston 02127
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in South Boston 02127
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in South Boston 02127
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in South Boston 02127
  • Older than 87% 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.

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$435K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 83% 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$1,174,676
CheaperTypical $839,258Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$680
CheaperTypical $805Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size1,642 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 85 P St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Boston 02127Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,174,67683% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68016% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²74% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,642 ft²70% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than189025% of homes13% of homes

About 85 P St

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

The TopHap Estimate for 85 P St, South Boston, MA is $1,174,676 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,103,033 to $1,246,319. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

85 P St, South Boston, MA last sold on Mar 30, 2001 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

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

85 P St, South Boston, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

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

85 P St, South Boston, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 3 stories.

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

85 P St, South Boston, MA is assigned to Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School (elementary), rated B-; 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 P 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 83% of them ($1,174,676 against a typical $839,258), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($680 against a typical $805), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,194 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (1,642 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²) and it is newer than 25% of them (1890 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 83% 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 P St, South Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 P St, South Boston, MA was $11,467. The county assessed it at $990,200.

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