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$678,281$151 / 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 79How 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 $3,000 on Feb 18, 1998

1278 PROUTY RD

HARDWICK, MA 01037
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,484 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.
6.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$678K
$533K low$824K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,000 · Feb 18, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,075 (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.$842,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$776,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$773,015

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.6.62
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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.

H
Quabbin Regional High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Quabbin Regional Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Hardwick Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.5 mi

District: Quabbin School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01037These 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.146
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 100.63

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.377
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,154
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,418
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

1278 Prouty 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 92% of homes in Hardwick 01037
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Hardwick 01037

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

This home
$220K$863K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Hardwick 01037.

How it measures up in Hardwick 01037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hardwick 01037.

Estimated value$678,281
CheaperTypical $419,876Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area4,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,945 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size6.62 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1278 Prouty Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHardwick 01037Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$678,28192% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1518% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than4,484 ft²95% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.62 ac68% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than188017% of homes5% of homes

About 1278 Prouty Rd

How much is 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA is $678,281 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $532,525 to $824,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA last sell?

1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA last sold on Feb 18, 1998 for $3,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA?

1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,484 square feet of living space and a 6.62-acre lot.

When was 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA built?

1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA?

1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA is assigned to Quabbin Regional High School (high), rated C; Quabbin Regional Middle School (middle), rated D+; Hardwick Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Quabbin School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA compare to other homes in Hardwick 01037?

Among the 384 homes in Hardwick 01037, it is worth more than 92% of them ($678,281 against a typical $419,876), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($151 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 95% of them (4,484 ft² against a typical 1,945 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (6.62 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1880 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 80% 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 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Prouty Rd, Hardwick, MA was $11,075. The county assessed it at $842,200.

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