Apartments (Generic)Residential
Last sold for $97,000 on Sep 23, 1994
17 HOWARD ST
FALL RIVER, MA 02721
12
Beds
5
Baths
3,970 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.
0.15 ac
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.
24
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$97,000 · Sep 23, 1994
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.$156,000
FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS · recorded Apr 30, 2003
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,102 (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.$532,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$424,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$477,900
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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyBristol
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
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.
EMH
John J. Doran Community SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
Matthew J. Kuss Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
B.M.C. Durfee High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
District: Fall River School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02721These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59
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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.28,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,146 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,439
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,071
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.Absentee owner
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
17 Howard 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.
- Bigger than 97% of homes in Bristol County
- Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Bristol County
- Older than 86% of homes in Bristol County
How it measures up in Fall River 02721
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fall River 02721.
Living area3,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,944 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 92% of homes nearby
Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger
Bigger than 54% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1931Newer
Newer than 32% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Fall River 02721 | Bristol County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,970 ft² | 92% of homes | 97% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.15 ac | 54% of homes | 20% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 32% of homes | 14% of homes |
About 17 Howard St
When did 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA last sell?
17 Howard St, Fall River, MA last sold on Sep 23, 1994 for $97,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA?
17 Howard St, Fall River, MA has 12 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,970 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.
When was 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA built?
17 Howard St, Fall River, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA?
17 Howard St, Fall River, MA is assigned to John J. Doran Community School (elementary), rated C; Matthew J. Kuss Middle School (middle), rated D-; B.M.C. Durfee High School (high), rated D. All sit in Fall River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA compare to other homes in Fall River 02721?
Among the 5,312 homes in Fall River 02721, it is bigger than 92% of them (3,970 ft² against a typical 1,944 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1900 against a typical 1931). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Howard St, Fall River, MA was $6,102. The county assessed it at $532,900.
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