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$522,588$451 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $285,000 on Apr 13, 2018

179 WEST ST

PAXTON, MA 01612
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,160 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.
2.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$523K
$504K low$541K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Apr 13, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,578 (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.$433,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$136,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$389,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$461,225

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.2.20
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.Hot Water
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(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Paxton Center SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01612These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.4%
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.5,363
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$149,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,834
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

179 West 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.

  • Among the highest price per square foot in Paxton 01612
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Paxton 01612

What homes are worth in Paxton 01612

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

This home
$342K$986K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Paxton 01612.

How it measures up in Paxton 01612

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Paxton 01612.

Estimated value$522,588
CheaperTypical $550,309Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$451
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,944 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size2.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 179 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaxton 01612Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$522,58842% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$451almost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²9% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.2 ac80% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than195425% of homes37% of homes

About 179 West St

How much is 179 West St, Paxton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 179 West St, Paxton, MA is $522,588 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $503,940 to $541,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 179 West St, Paxton, MA last sell?

179 West St, Paxton, MA last sold on Apr 13, 2018 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 179 West St, Paxton, MA?

179 West St, Paxton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 2.20-acre lot.

When was 179 West St, Paxton, MA built?

179 West St, Paxton, MA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 179 West St, Paxton, MA?

179 West St, Paxton, MA is assigned to Paxton Center School (elementary), rated B; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 179 West St, Paxton, MA compare to other homes in Paxton 01612?

Among the 1,643 homes in Paxton 01612, it is worth more than 42% of them ($522,588 against a typical $550,309), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($451 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,944 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.2 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1954 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 59% 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 179 West St, Paxton, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 179 West St, Paxton, MA was $6,578. The county assessed it at $433,600.

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