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$482,007$300 / 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 93How 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 $25,000 on Aug 22, 1996

173 NORTHWEST RD

SPENCER, MA 01562
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,608 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.
2.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$482K
$450K low$514K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Aug 22, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,812 (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.$409,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$356,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,300

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.6 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.minimal

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.Ranch
CountyWorcester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Wire Village SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 4.0 mi
H
David Prouty High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Knox Trail Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Spencer-East Brookfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01562These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.12,315
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.362 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,868
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

173 Northwest Rd 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 65% of homes in Spencer 01562
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Spencer 01562
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Spencer 01562

What homes are worth in Spencer 01562

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

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$224K$800K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Spencer 01562.

How it measures up in Spencer 01562

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 01562.

Estimated value$482,007
CheaperTypical $428,690Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,608 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,636 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size2.09 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 173 Northwest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 01562Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$482,00765% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30058% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,608 ft²49% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.09 ac84% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198774% of homes69% of homes

About 173 Northwest Rd

How much is 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA is $482,007 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $450,452 to $513,562. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA last sell?

173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA last sold on Aug 22, 1996 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA?

173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,608 square feet of living space and a 2.09-acre lot.

When was 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA built?

173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA?

173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA is assigned to Wire Village School (elementary), rated C-; David Prouty High School (high), rated D+; Knox Trail Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Spencer-East Brookfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA compare to other homes in Spencer 01562?

Among the 3,927 homes in Spencer 01562, it is worth more than 65% of them ($482,007 against a typical $428,690), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($300 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,608 ft² against a typical 1,636 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (2.09 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1987 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 50% 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 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 173 Northwest Rd, Spencer, MA was $4,812. The county assessed it at $409,900.

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