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$297,562$180 / 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 95How 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

20 WEST ST

PETERSHAM, MA 01366
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,656 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$298K
$282K low$313K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,260 (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.$294,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$249,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$268,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,250

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.6%
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.area not mapped

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.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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(4)

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
Petersham CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Ralph C. Mahar School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01366These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.819
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,158
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

20 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.

  • Worth less than 93% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Worcester County
  • Among the smallest lots in Petersham 01366
  • Older than 98% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Petersham 01366

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

This home
$217K$754K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Petersham 01366.

How it measures up in Petersham 01366

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petersham 01366.

Estimated value$297,562
CheaperTypical $432,082Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,805 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 3.65 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 20 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetersham 01366Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,56215% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18021% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,656 ft²42% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 acalmost no homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than185020% of homes2% of homes

About 20 West St

How much is 20 West St, Petersham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 West St, Petersham, MA is $297,562 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $282,165 to $312,959. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 West St, Petersham, MA last sell?

20 West St, Petersham, MA last sold on Jan 6, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20 West St, Petersham, MA?

20 West St, Petersham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,656 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 20 West St, Petersham, MA built?

20 West St, Petersham, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 West St, Petersham, MA?

20 West St, Petersham, MA is assigned to Petersham Center (elementary), rated A; Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Ralph C. Mahar School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 West St, Petersham, MA compare to other homes in Petersham 01366?

Among the 552 homes in Petersham 01366, it is worth more than 15% of them ($297,562 against a typical $432,082), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($180 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,656 ft² against a typical 1,805 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.25 ac against a typical 3.65 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1850 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 7% 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 20 West St, Petersham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 West St, Petersham, MA was $4,260. The county assessed it at $294,000.

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