Hampden County and Monson Town property record for 256 State Ave, Palmer, MA 01069
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,368 sqft · built 1904 |
| Lot Size | 0.524 acres (22,826 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $185,000 (Jul 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $3,187 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | MONS M:086 B:003 |
| Primary APN | MONS M:086 B:003 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,368 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,466 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 810 sqft |
| Basement Area | 744 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 744 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1904 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1904 |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 22,826 sqft (0.524 acres) |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Street Address | 256 STATE AVE |
|---|---|
| City | PALMER |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 01069-1872 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RV |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Jurisdiction | MONSON MA |
| Township / Civil Division | MONSON |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3002 |
| Census Tract | 813702 |
256 State Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in July 2020.
Source: Hampden County and Monson Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 256 STATE AVE, PALMER, MA 01069-1872 |
| 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.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 30, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 30, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Apr 13, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 202041184 |
| Deed Book / Page | 23337 / 449 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jul 28, 2020 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 23337-449 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 256 State Ave was $3,187, up 2.9% from the year before.
Source: Hampden County and Monson Town assessment roll, as of April 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampden County |
| County Subdivision | Monson Town |
| Unified School District | Monson School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,187.00 (+2.91%) | $222,900 (+7.01%) Land $58,100 Building $164,800 | $248,280 (+7.82%) |
| 2025 | $3,097.00 | $208,300 Land $54,300 Building $154,000 | $230,280 |
| 2023 | $2,844.00 | $179,300 Land $54,300 Building $125,000 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 256 State Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective June 7, 2023 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 2 in force |
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 256 State Ave 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 | Direct burnable vegetation |
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 | MONSON WATER AND SEWER DEPT serves 4,222 people · EPA ID MA1191000 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | May 2023 |
| Lead | 6 ppb (2023) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None 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 29 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures