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$364,189$271 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Jul 15, 1994

17 MERLE ST

FITCHBURG, MA 01420
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
1945
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

$364K
$348K low$380K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jul 15, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,380 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$329,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$243,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,925

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Conventional
CountyWORCESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Arthur M Longsjo Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Mckay Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Fitchburg High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Fitchburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01420These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.43,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,361 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,428
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

17 Merle 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 81% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Fitchburg 01420

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

This home
$231K$683K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Fitchburg 01420.

How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.

Estimated value$364,189
CheaperTypical $395,510Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 17 Merle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFitchburg 01420Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$364,18932% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27140% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²35% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac28% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than194551% of homes29% of homes

About 17 Merle St

How much is 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA is $364,189 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $347,938 to $380,440. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?

17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Jul 15, 1994 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA?

17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA built?

17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA?

17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Arthur M Longsjo Middle School (middle), rated D-; Mckay Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Fitchburg High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Fitchburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?

Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is worth more than 32% of them ($364,189 against a typical $395,510), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($271 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1945 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 19% 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 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17 Merle St, Fitchburg, MA was $4,380. The county assessed it at $329,600.

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