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$474,517$488 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $179,900 on Jul 3, 2000

86 MESSENGER ST

PLAINVILLE, MA 02762
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
972 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.
1.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$475K
$450K low$499K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$179,900 · Jul 3, 2000
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$303,617
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$242,894
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.36%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$170,900
WELLS FARGO MORTGAGE · R · recorded May 14, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,208 (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.$450,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$251,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$410,500

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
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.Ranch
CountyNorfolk
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.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.54
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
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
Anna Ware Jackson
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
H
King Philip Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
M
King Philip Regional Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.8 mi

District: King Philip School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02762These 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.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
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.9,658
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.870 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,462
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

86 Messenger 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 less than 89% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Plainville 02762
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Plainville 02762
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Plainville 02762
  • Older than 67% of homes in Plainville 02762

What homes are worth in Plainville 02762

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

This home
$353K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Plainville 02762.

How it measures up in Plainville 02762

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainville 02762.

Estimated value$474,517
CheaperTypical $577,021Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$488
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size1.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 86 Messenger St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainville 02762Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,51725% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48895% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than972 ft²5% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.54 ac87% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than196033% of homes52% of homes

About 86 Messenger St

How much is 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA is $474,517 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $450,134 to $498,900. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA last sell?

86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA last sold on Jul 3, 2000 for $179,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA?

86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 972 square feet of living space and a 1.54-acre lot.

When was 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA built?

86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA?

86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA is assigned to Anna Ware Jackson (elementary); King Philip Regional High School (high), rated B+; King Philip Regional Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in King Philip School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA compare to other homes in Plainville 02762?

Among the 2,674 homes in Plainville 02762, it is worth more than 25% of them ($474,517 against a typical $577,021), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($488 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 5% of them (972 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.54 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1960 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 11% 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 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 86 Messenger St, Plainville, MA was $5,208. The county assessed it at $450,500.

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