Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $115,000 on Mar 9, 2009
12 POPLAR ST
FITCHBURG, MA 01420
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,456 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.
1917
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
15
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.$115,000 · Mar 9, 2009
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,614 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$497,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$410,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$453,100
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 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.unmapped
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
CountyWORCESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
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.
MEH
Arthur M Longsjo Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
Mckay Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.9 mi
Fitchburg High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
District: Fitchburg School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01420These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68
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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.43,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,361 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,428
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%
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How this home compares
12 Poplar 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 93% of homes in Fitchburg 01420
- Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Worcester County
- Older than 83% of homes in Worcester County
How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.
Living area3,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,615 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 93% of homes nearby
Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger
Bigger than 54% of homes nearby
Year built1917
OlderTypical 1945Newer
Newer than 32% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Fitchburg 01420 | Worcester County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,456 ft² | 93% of homes | 93% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.25 ac | 54% of homes | 27% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1917 | 32% of homes | 17% of homes |
About 12 Poplar St
When did 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?
12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Mar 9, 2009 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA?
12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,456 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.
When was 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA built?
12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1917, making it 109 years old. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA?
12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Arthur M Longsjo Middle School (middle), rated D-; Mckay Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Fitchburg High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Fitchburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?
Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is bigger than 93% of them (3,456 ft² against a typical 1,615 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1917 against a typical 1945). 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 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 12 Poplar St, Fitchburg, MA was $6,614. The county assessed it at $497,700.
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