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$197,001$128 / 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 89How 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 $36,000 on Sep 25, 2023

9 PROSPECT ST

CHESTER, MA 01011
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,540 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1834
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

$197K
$175K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,000 · Sep 25, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,982 (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.$165,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$388,075

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.52
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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.Conventional
CountyHAMPDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
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(7)

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
Chester Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Gateway Regional Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 mi
H
Gateway Regional High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Gateway School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01011These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.1,225
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,695
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,066
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

9 Prospect 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 97% of homes in Hampden County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Hampden County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Chester 01011
  • Among the oldest homes in Hampden County

What homes are worth in Chester 01011

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

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$111K$685K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Chester 01011.

How it measures up in Chester 01011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 01011.

Estimated value$197,001
CheaperTypical $275,744Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 2.61 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1834
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 9 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 01011Hampden County
Estimated valuepricier than$197,00115% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12816% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²47% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac16% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than18347% of homesalmost no homes

About 9 Prospect St

How much is 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA is $197,001 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $175,431 to $218,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA last sell?

9 Prospect St, Chester, MA last sold on Sep 25, 2023 for $36,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA?

9 Prospect St, Chester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA built?

9 Prospect St, Chester, MA was built in 1834, making it 192 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA?

9 Prospect St, Chester, MA is assigned to Chester Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Gateway Regional Middle School (middle), rated D+; Gateway Regional High School (high), rated C. All sit in Gateway School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA compare to other homes in Chester 01011?

Among the 600 homes in Chester 01011, it is worth more than 15% of them ($197,001 against a typical $275,744), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($128 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 2.61 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1834 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Hampden County, it is worth more than 3% 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 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9 Prospect St, Chester, MA was $2,982. The county assessed it at $165,100.

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