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$701,289$286 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $51,000 on Jul 26, 1996

12 LANTERN LN

WORCESTER, MA 01609
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,454 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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.

Valuation

$701K
$671K low$731K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$51,000 · Jul 26, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,793 (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.$590,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$467,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$587,765

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.8 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.Single Family Residence
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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

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

E
Flagg StreetB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 mi
M
Forest Grove Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01609These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.22,689
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,467 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,093
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

12 Lantern Ln 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 more than 83% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Worcester 01609

What homes are worth in Worcester 01609

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

This home
$198K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Worcester 01609.

How it measures up in Worcester 01609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01609.

Estimated value$701,289
CheaperTypical $564,618Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,454 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,128 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 12 Lantern Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest GroveWorcester 01609Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$701,28982% of homes75% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28631% of homes46% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,454 ft²77% of homes59% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac44% of homes38% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than198881% of homes85% of homes71% of homes

About 12 Lantern Ln

How much is 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA is $701,289 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $671,098 to $731,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA last sell?

12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA last sold on Jul 26, 1996 for $51,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA?

12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,454 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA built?

12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA?

12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA is assigned to Flagg Street (elementary), rated B+; Forest Grove Middle School (middle), rated C-; Doherty Memorial High School (high), rated C. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01609?

Among the 3,878 homes in Worcester 01609, it is worth more than 75% of them ($701,289 against a typical $564,618), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($286 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,454 ft² against a typical 2,128 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1988 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 83% 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 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Lantern Ln, Worcester, MA was $7,793. The county assessed it at $590,800.

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