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$427,522$324 / 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 90How 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 $169,900 on Jan 31, 2017

170 HOUGHTON ST

WORCESTER, MA 01604
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,320 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.
4,008 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$428K
$386K low$469K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · Jan 31, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,313 (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.$327,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$243,100

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.Duplex Single
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(5)

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
Rice SquareC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Worcester East Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
North High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01604These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,449
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,285
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,234
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%

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How this home compares

170 Houghton 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Broadmeadow Brook
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Worcester 01604

What homes are worth in Worcester 01604

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

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$233K$681K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Worcester 01604.

How it measures up in Worcester 01604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01604.

Estimated value$427,522
CheaperTypical $403,287Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$324
CheaperTypical $301Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size4,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 170 Houghton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBroadmeadow BrookWorcester 01604Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,52257% of homes61% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32467% of homes67% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²49% of homes38% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,008 ft²3% of homes9% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than199081% of homes82% of homes73% of homes

About 170 Houghton St

How much is 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA is $427,522 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $386,195 to $468,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA last sell?

170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jan 31, 2017 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA?

170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA built?

170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA?

170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Rice Square (elementary), rated C+; Worcester East Middle School (middle), rated C-; North High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01604?

Among the 9,106 homes in Worcester 01604, it is worth more than 61% of them ($427,522 against a typical $403,287), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($324 against a typical $301), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (4,008 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1990 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 36% 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 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 170 Houghton St, Worcester, MA was $4,313. The county assessed it at $327,000.

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