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$690,933$272 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $399,900 on Jun 29, 2016

172 SOUTH ST

BERLIN, MA 01503
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,537 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.
3.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1892
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$691K
$665K low$717K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$399,900 · Jun 29, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,772 (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.$618,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$269,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$348,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$618,200

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.103 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water

Transaction History(8)

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
Berlin Memorial SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Tahanto Regional High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Berlin-Boylston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01503These 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.125
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 100.68

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.96%
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.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,412
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.254 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,509
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$169,296
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

172 South 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 82% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Berlin 01503
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Berlin 01503

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

This home
$241K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Berlin 01503.

How it measures up in Berlin 01503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berlin 01503.

Estimated value$690,933
CheaperTypical $646,365Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$272
CheaperTypical $344Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,537 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,986 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3.02 ac
SmallerTypical 1.89 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1892
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 172 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerlin 01503Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$690,93357% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27212% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than2,537 ft²71% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.02 ac70% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than189212% of homes8% of homes

About 172 South St

How much is 172 South St, Berlin, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 South St, Berlin, MA is $690,933 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $664,500 to $717,366. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 South St, Berlin, MA last sell?

172 South St, Berlin, MA last sold on Jun 29, 2016 for $399,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 South St, Berlin, MA?

172 South St, Berlin, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,537 square feet of living space and a 3.02-acre lot.

When was 172 South St, Berlin, MA built?

172 South St, Berlin, MA was built in 1892, making it 134 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 172 South St, Berlin, MA?

172 South St, Berlin, MA is assigned to Berlin Memorial School (elementary), rated B+; Tahanto Regional High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Berlin-Boylston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 South St, Berlin, MA compare to other homes in Berlin 01503?

Among the 1,215 homes in Berlin 01503, it is worth more than 57% of them ($690,933 against a typical $646,365), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($272 against a typical $344), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,537 ft² against a typical 1,986 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (3.02 ac against a typical 1.89 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1892 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 82% 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 172 South St, Berlin, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 172 South St, Berlin, MA was $8,772. The county assessed it at $618,200.

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