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$465,176$207 / 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 $460,000 on May 18, 2026

197 HIGH ST

JEFFERSON, MA 01522
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,244 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1830
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

$465K
$433K low$498K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$460,000 · May 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,465 (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.$394,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$96,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$448,590

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.0.18
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(9)

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.

H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Davis Hill ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Mountview Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01522These 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.53
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 100.57

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,803
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.260 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,114
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,750
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

197 High 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 less per square foot than 97% of homes in Jefferson 01522
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Jefferson 01522
  • Among the smallest lots in Jefferson 01522
  • Among the oldest homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Jefferson 01522

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

This home
$303K$874K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Jefferson 01522.

How it measures up in Jefferson 01522

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jefferson 01522.

Estimated value$465,176
CheaperTypical $508,531Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $300Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1830
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 197 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJefferson 01522Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$465,17638% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2073% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,244 ft²76% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 acalmost no homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than18302% of homesalmost no homes

About 197 High St

How much is 197 High St, Jefferson, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 High St, Jefferson, MA is $465,176 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $432,501 to $497,851. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 High St, Jefferson, MA last sell?

197 High St, Jefferson, MA last sold on May 18, 2026 for $460,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 High St, Jefferson, MA?

197 High St, Jefferson, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,244 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 197 High St, Jefferson, MA built?

197 High St, Jefferson, MA was built in 1830, making it 196 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 197 High St, Jefferson, MA?

197 High St, Jefferson, MA is assigned to Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+; Davis Hill Elementary (elementary), rated A; Mountview Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 High St, Jefferson, MA compare to other homes in Jefferson 01522?

Among the 1,281 homes in Jefferson 01522, it is worth more than 38% of them ($465,176 against a typical $508,531), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($207 against a typical $300), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,244 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1830 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 46% 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 197 High St, Jefferson, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 High St, Jefferson, MA was $5,465. The county assessed it at $394,300.

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