Norfolk County and Franklin Town City property record for 15 Empire Dr, Franklin, MA 02038
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,420 sqft · built 2002 |
| Lot Size | 0.927 acres (40,371 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $559,000 (Oct 2016) |
| Tax Bill | $9,305 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2021 Refinance Oct 2021 Refinance |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 145-036 |
| Primary APN | 145-036 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 8 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,420 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 4,760 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,300 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,300 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 2002 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2002 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 40,371 sqft (0.927 acres) |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Hot Water |
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Account Number | 145-036 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 15 EMPIRE DR |
| City | FRANKLIN |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 02038-1087 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Lot Number | 40 |
| Jurisdiction | FRANKLIN MA |
| Township / Civil Division | FRANKLIN TOWN |
| Census Block Group | 4 |
| Census Block | 4006 |
| Census Tract | 442103 |
15 Empire Dr is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in October 2016.
Source: Norfolk County and Franklin Town City records, as of July 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 15 EMPIRE DR, FRANKLIN, MA 02038-1087 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Refinance WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
| Oct 29, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Refinance WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 28, 2016 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 28, 2016 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Aug 22, 2002 · Amount on File |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | FRANKLIN MA |
| Property Address | 15 EMPIRE DR, FRANKLIN, MA 02038-1087 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0001490632 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 29, 2021 |
| Instrument | 1490632 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Stand-Alone Refinance |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 241 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2041 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | FRANKLIN MA |
| Property Address | 15 EMPIRE DR, FRANKLIN, MA 02038-1087 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Nov 19, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 1490632 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 29, 2021 |
| Instrument | 1490632 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Stand-Alone Refinance |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 241 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2041 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 15 Empire Dr was $9,305, up 11.9% from the year before.
Source: Norfolk County and Franklin Town City assessment roll, as of April 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Municipality | Franklin Town City |
| Unified School District | Franklin School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,305.00 (+11.91%) | $800,800 (+13.54%) Land $227,900 Building $572,900 | $956,365 (+2.06%) |
| 2024 | $8,315.00 (+5.6%) | $705,300 (+12.69%) Land $227,900 Building $477,400 | $937,080 |
| 2023 | $7,874.00 | $625,900 Land $210,800 Building $415,100 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 15 Empire Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 2005.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 26, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 6 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (2005–2010) |
| Most Recent Claim | Mar 2010 · Severe Storms And Flooding |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 15 Empire Dr is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 57% of Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | FRANKLIN WATER DEPARTMENT serves 33,706 people · EPA ID MA2101000 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2025 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 113 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 2,000 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures