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$855,886$416 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $101,000 on Dec 24, 2014

17 RUTH ST

LUNENBURG, MA 01462
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,057 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$856K
$803K low$908K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$101,000 · Dec 24, 2014
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.$428,886
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$343,109
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.51%
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.$327,000
WEBSTER FIVE CENTS SAVINGS BANK · R · recorded Sep 30, 2020
2nd 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.$100,000
FIDELITY COOPERATIVE BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,309 (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.$857,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$469,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$387,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$822,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,235,570

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.124 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.Contemporary
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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
Lunenburg Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.6 mi
H
Lunenburg High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Lunenburg Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Lunenburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01462These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.12,083
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.437 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,063
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,767
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

17 Ruth 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 more than 95% of homes in Lunenburg 01462
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Lunenburg 01462
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Lunenburg 01462

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

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$299K$960K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Lunenburg 01462.

How it measures up in Lunenburg 01462

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lunenburg 01462.

Estimated value$855,886
CheaperTypical $527,478Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$416
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,057 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,714 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 17 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLunenburg 01462Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$855,88695% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41686% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than2,057 ft²65% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac32% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than198663% of homes67% of homes

About 17 Ruth St

How much is 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA is $855,886 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $803,354 to $908,418. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA last sell?

17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA last sold on Dec 24, 2014 for $101,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA?

17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,057 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA built?

17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA?

17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA is assigned to Lunenburg Primary School (elementary); Lunenburg High School (high), rated A; Lunenburg Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Lunenburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA compare to other homes in Lunenburg 01462?

Among the 4,281 homes in Lunenburg 01462, it is worth more than 95% of them ($855,886 against a typical $527,478), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($416 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,057 ft² against a typical 1,714 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1986 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 92% 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 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Ruth St, Lunenburg, MA was $12,309. The county assessed it at $857,200.

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