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$737,908$382 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $238,410 on Jun 26, 1998

12 RIDGEWOOD RD

STERLING, MA 01564
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,930 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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

$738K
$707K low$768K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,410 · Jun 26, 1998
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.$465,908
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$372,726
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.38%
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.$222,000
WELLS FARGO MORTGAGE · recorded Aug 19, 2002
2nd 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.$50,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,058 (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.$625,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$469,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$707,465

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.Colonial
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Chocksett Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.6 mi
E
Houghton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 5.7 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01564These 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.37
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 100.63

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.97%
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.2.3%
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.8,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.261 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,931
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%

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.No

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

12 Ridgewood Rd 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 85% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Sterling 01564
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Sterling 01564

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

This home
$275K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Sterling 01564.

How it measures up in Sterling 01564

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 01564.

Estimated value$737,908
CheaperTypical $609,878Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$382
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,930 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,902 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 12 Ridgewood Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 01564Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$737,90871% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38284% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,930 ft²51% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac46% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than199879% of homes81% of homes

About 12 Ridgewood Rd

How much is 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA is $737,908 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $707,459 to $768,357. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA last sell?

12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA last sold on Jun 26, 1998 for $238,410, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA?

12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,930 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA built?

12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA?

12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA is assigned to Chocksett Middle School (middle), rated B+; Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA compare to other homes in Sterling 01564?

Among the 2,985 homes in Sterling 01564, it is worth more than 71% of them ($737,908 against a typical $609,878), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($382 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,930 ft² against a typical 1,902 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1998 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 85% 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 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Ridgewood Rd, Sterling, MA was $8,058. The county assessed it at $625,600.

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