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$358,295$269 / 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 88How 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 $354,500 on May 20, 2026

159 WATERFORD ST

GARDNER, MA 01440
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,330 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$358K
$316K low$401K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$354,500 · May 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,791 (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.$264,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,920

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.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(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.

H
Gardner High SchoolC-
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Gardner Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 1.8 mi
E
Gardner Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.9 mi

District: Gardner School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01440These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,657
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.854 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,433
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,787
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%

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How this home compares

159 Waterford 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.

  • Worth less than 82% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Gardner 01440

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

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$146K$631K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Gardner 01440.

How it measures up in Gardner 01440

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gardner 01440.

Estimated value$358,295
CheaperTypical $377,420Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 159 Waterford St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardner 01440Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,29540% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26952% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,330 ft²40% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac18% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than194046% of homes28% of homes

About 159 Waterford St

How much is 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA is $358,295 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $316,053 to $400,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA last sell?

159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA last sold on May 20, 2026 for $354,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA?

159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,330 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA built?

159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA?

159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA is assigned to Gardner High School (high), rated C-; Gardner Middle School (middle), rated D-; Gardner Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Gardner School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA compare to other homes in Gardner 01440?

Among the 5,706 homes in Gardner 01440, it is worth more than 40% of them ($358,295 against a typical $377,420), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($269 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1940 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 18% 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 Waterford St, Gardner, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Waterford St, Gardner, MA was $3,791. The county assessed it at $264,000.

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