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$678,563$336 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $64,500 on Aug 31, 1979

16 JAMES RD

STERLING, MA 01564
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,021 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.
2.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$679K
$627K low$730K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,500 · Aug 31, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,439 (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.$577,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$187,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$390,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$659,965

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.8 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.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.2.88
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Houghton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.5 mi
M
Chocksett Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 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%

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How this home compares

16 James 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 81% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% 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
$247K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 64% 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$678,563
CheaperTypical $597,407Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$336
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,021 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size2.88 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 16 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 01564Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$678,56364% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33656% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,021 ft²56% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.88 ac82% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197949% of homes59% of homes

About 16 James Rd

How much is 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA is $678,563 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $627,026 to $730,100. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA last sell?

16 James Rd, Sterling, MA last sold on Aug 31, 1979 for $64,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

16 James Rd, Sterling, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,021 square feet of living space and a 2.88-acre lot.

When was 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA built?

16 James Rd, Sterling, MA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

16 James Rd, Sterling, MA is assigned to Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Chocksett Middle School (middle), rated B+; 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 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA compare to other homes in Sterling 01564?

Among the 2,985 homes in Sterling 01564, it is worth more than 64% of them ($678,563 against a typical $597,407), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($336 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 56% of them (2,021 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (2.88 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1979 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 81% 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 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 James Rd, Sterling, MA was $7,439. The county assessed it at $577,600.

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