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$763,075$487 / 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 $239,000 on Sep 5, 2000

197 RIVERSIDE DR

DEDHAM, MA 02026
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,566 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.
0.18 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.
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

$763K
$726K low$800K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$239,000 · Sep 5, 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.$537,075
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$429,660
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.30%
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.$226,000
PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MTG INC · recorded Apr 23, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,696 (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.$689,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$350,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$666,045

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.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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

Transaction History(10)

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
RiverdaleC-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Dedham High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Dedham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Dedham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02026These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.25,745
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,390 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,985
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,542
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.Yes

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

197 Riverside Dr 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Norfolk County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Norfolk County

What homes are worth in Dedham 02026

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

This home
$401K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Dedham 02026.

How it measures up in Dedham 02026

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dedham 02026.

Estimated value$763,075
CheaperTypical $730,588Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$487
CheaperTypical $488Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,566 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 197 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDedham 02026Norfolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$763,07556% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48750% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,566 ft²52% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac37% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than190015% of homes10% of homes

About 197 Riverside Dr

How much is 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA is $763,075 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $725,856 to $800,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA last sell?

197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA last sold on Sep 5, 2000 for $239,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA?

197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,566 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA built?

197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA?

197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA is assigned to Riverdale (elementary), rated C-; Dedham High School (high), rated B; Dedham Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Dedham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA compare to other homes in Dedham 02026?

Among the 7,991 homes in Dedham 02026, it is worth more than 56% of them ($763,075 against a typical $730,588), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($487 against a typical $488), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,566 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Norfolk County, it is worth more than 53% 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 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Riverside Dr, Dedham, MA was $8,696. The county assessed it at $689,100.

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