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$894,491$551 / 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 93How 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 $875,000 on Jul 2, 2026

856 BARNUM ST

SHEFFIELD, MA 01257
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,622 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.
2.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$894K
$834K low$955K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$875,000 · Jul 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,216 (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.$843,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$773,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$837,952

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.Conventional
CountyBERKSHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.01
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Undermountain ElementaryC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.1 mi
M
Mt. Everett Regional SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Southern Berkshire School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01257These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,403
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,979
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.50%

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How this home compares

856 Barnum 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 90% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Berkshire County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Berkshire County

What homes are worth in Sheffield 01257

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

This home
$245K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Sheffield 01257.

How it measures up in Sheffield 01257

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheffield 01257.

Estimated value$894,491
CheaperTypical $567,142Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$551
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,622 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,775 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size2.01 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 856 Barnum St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheffield 01257Berkshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$894,49179% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55193% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,622 ft²41% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.01 ac52% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than198767% of homes82% of homes

About 856 Barnum St

How much is 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA is $894,491 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $833,659 to $955,323. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA last sell?

856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA last sold on Jul 2, 2026 for $875,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 9 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA?

856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,622 square feet of living space and a 2.01-acre lot.

When was 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA built?

856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA?

856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA is assigned to Undermountain Elementary (elementary), rated C+; Mt. Everett Regional School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Southern Berkshire School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA compare to other homes in Sheffield 01257?

Among the 1,156 homes in Sheffield 01257, it is worth more than 79% of them ($894,491 against a typical $567,142), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($551 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,622 ft² against a typical 1,775 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (2.01 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1987 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Berkshire County, it is worth more than 90% 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 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA was $10,216. The county assessed it at $843,600.

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