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$738,212$417 / 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 94How 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 $440,000 on Jan 22, 2020

181 CROSS ST

ASHLAND, MA 01721
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,770 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
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

$738K
$692K low$784K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$440,000 · Jan 22, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$738,212
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$590,570

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,060 (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.$631,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$345,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$772,255

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.53
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.27 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.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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(2)

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.

M
Ashland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.7 mi
H
Ashland High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Ashland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01721These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.18,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,702
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

181 Cross 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Ashland 01721

What homes are worth in Ashland 01721

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

This home
$432K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Ashland 01721.

How it measures up in Ashland 01721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 01721.

Estimated value$738,212
CheaperTypical $682,050Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$417
CheaperTypical $390Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,770 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 181 Cross St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 01721Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$738,21262% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41763% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,770 ft²49% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac71% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than1880almost no homes5% of homes

About 181 Cross St

How much is 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA is $738,212 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $692,055 to $784,368. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA last sell?

181 Cross St, Ashland, MA last sold on Jan 22, 2020 for $440,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA?

181 Cross St, Ashland, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,770 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA built?

181 Cross St, Ashland, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA?

181 Cross St, Ashland, MA is assigned to Ashland Middle School (middle), rated A; Henry E Warren Elementary School (elementary); Ashland High School (high), rated A. All sit in Ashland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA compare to other homes in Ashland 01721?

Among the 6,092 homes in Ashland 01721, it is worth more than 62% of them ($738,212 against a typical $682,050), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($417 against a typical $390), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,770 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1880 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 44% 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 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 181 Cross St, Ashland, MA was $8,060. The county assessed it at $631,200.

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