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$580,639$484 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

97 BUTTONWOOD ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,200 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.
2,535 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.
7
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

$581K
$514K low$647K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,956 (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.$514,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$216,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$805,885

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.29 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.74%
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
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

E
Roger Clap Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
John W. Mccormack Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Boston Community Leadership AcademyD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02125These 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.128
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 100.80

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.34,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,595
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%

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How this home compares

97 Buttonwood 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 69% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Dorchester
  • Older than 72% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02125

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

This home
$326K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Dorchester 02125.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02125

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02125.

Estimated value$580,639
CheaperTypical $600,142Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$484
CheaperTypical $493Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size2,535 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 97 Buttonwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$580,63944% of homes45% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48461% of homes47% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²21% of homes27% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,535 ft²28% of homes43% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes31% of homes31% of homes

About 97 Buttonwood St

How much is 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA is $580,639 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $513,842 to $647,436. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA?

97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA built?

97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA?

97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Roger Clap Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; John W. Mccormack Middle School (middle); Boston Community Leadership Academy (high), rated D-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 45% of them ($580,639 against a typical $600,142), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($484 against a typical $493), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 2,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (2,535 ft² against a typical 2,875 ft²) and it is newer than 31% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 31% 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 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 Buttonwood St, Dorchester, MA was $5,956. The county assessed it at $514,300.

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