Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $405,000 on Aug 18, 2023
17 SMITH ST
FITCHBURG, MA 01420
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,052 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$405,000 · Aug 18, 2023
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,501 (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.$413,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$313,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$399,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$459,976
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.97 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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
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.0.36
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(3)
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.
MEH
Arthur M Longsjo Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
Mckay Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.5 mi
Fitchburg High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 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 Smith 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.
- Bigger than 69% of homes in Fitchburg 01420
- Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Fitchburg 01420
- Older than 87% of homes in Worcester County
How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.
Living area2,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,607 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 69% of homes nearby
Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger
Bigger than 71% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1945Newer
Newer than 22% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Fitchburg 01420 | Worcester County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,052 ft² | 69% of homes | 66% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.36 ac | 71% of homes | 40% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 22% of homes | 13% of homes |
About 17 Smith St
When did 17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?
17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Aug 18, 2023 for $405,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA?
17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,052 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.
When was 17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA built?
17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA?
17 Smith 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 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?
Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is bigger than 69% of them (2,052 ft² against a typical 1,607 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1900 against a typical 1945). 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 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 17 Smith St, Fitchburg, MA was $5,501. The county assessed it at $413,900.
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