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$681,849$388 / 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 91How 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 $105,000 on Dec 30, 2009

9 ROCK TER

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,759 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.
4,040 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$682K
$621K low$743K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Dec 30, 2009
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.$593,546
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$474,837
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.13%
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.$52,303
BOSTON CITY · recorded Dec 30, 2009
2nd 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.$21,000
RBS CITIZENS NA
3rd 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.$15,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,909 (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.$423,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$155,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$403,600

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
CountySuffolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(8)

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
Up Academy HollandC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Lilla G. Frederick Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Up Academy DorchesterC+
High · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02121These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.58%

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

9 Rock Ter 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 80% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02121

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

This home
$244K$980K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Dorchester 02121.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02121.

Estimated value$681,849
CheaperTypical $543,683Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$388
CheaperTypical $372Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,759 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size4,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 9 Rock Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$681,84957% of homes80% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38825% of homes57% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,759 ft²37% of homes20% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,040 ft²58% of homes44% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes39% of homes31% of homes

About 9 Rock Ter

How much is 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA is $681,849 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $620,542 to $743,156. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA last sell?

9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA last sold on Dec 30, 2009 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA?

9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,759 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA built?

9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA?

9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Up Academy Holland (elementary), rated C; Lilla G. Frederick Middle School (middle), rated D+; Up Academy Dorchester (high), rated C+. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 80% of them ($681,849 against a typical $543,683), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($388 against a typical $372), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,759 ft² against a typical 3,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (4,040 ft² against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 39% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 45% 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 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9 Rock Ter, Dorchester, MA was $4,909. The county assessed it at $423,900.

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