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$546,365$163 / 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 90How 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

159 ATHOL RICHMOND RD

ROYALSTON, MA 01368
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,360 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.
153 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$546K
$490K low$603K high
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.$396,365
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$317,092
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.20%
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.$150,000
BAYBANK MORTGAGE CORP · E · recorded Mar 25, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,355 (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.$660,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$580,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$826,690

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.28 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.area not mapped

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural 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.153.00
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Royalston Community SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.8 mi
H
Athol High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi
M
Athol - Royalston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Athol-Royalston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01368These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,915
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,133
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

159 Athol Richmond 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 87% of homes in Royalston 01368
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Royalston 01368
  • Among the largest lots in Royalston 01368
  • Older than 98% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Royalston 01368

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

This home
$132K$692K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Royalston 01368.

How it measures up in Royalston 01368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Royalston 01368.

Estimated value$546,365
CheaperTypical $385,032Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area3,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,598 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size153 ac
SmallerTypical 4.63 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 159 Athol Richmond Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoyalston 01368Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$546,36587% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16313% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,360 ft²97% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than153 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than185017% of homes2% of homes

About 159 Athol Richmond Rd

How much is 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA is $546,365 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $490,187 to $602,543. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA last sell?

159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,360 square feet of living space and a 153.00-acre lot.

When was 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA built?

159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA is assigned to Royalston Community School (elementary), rated C+; Athol High School (high), rated D+; Athol - Royalston Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Athol-Royalston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA compare to other homes in Royalston 01368?

Among the 614 homes in Royalston 01368, it is worth more than 87% of them ($546,365 against a typical $385,032), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($163 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,360 ft² against a typical 1,598 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (153 ac against a typical 4.63 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1850 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 63% 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 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA was $6,355. The county assessed it at $660,600.

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