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$573,914$290 / 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 $234,000 on Jul 11, 2002

23 SHAFFNER ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,980 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1868
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

$574K
$549K low$599K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$234,000 · Jul 11, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,058 (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.$383,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$285,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$454,575

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.0.20
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(7)

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
Wawecus Road SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Burncoat Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Burncoat Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01605These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.30,387
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,223
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,206
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

23 Shaffner 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 more than 91% of homes in Brittan Square
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Worcester 01605
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Worcester 01605
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Worcester County
  • Among the oldest homes in Brittan Square

What homes are worth in Worcester 01605

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

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$195K$757K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Worcester 01605.

How it measures up in Worcester 01605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01605.

Estimated value$573,914
CheaperTypical $449,521Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$290
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1868
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 23 Shaffner St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrittan SquareWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$573,91491% of homes81% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29065% of homes33% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,980 ft²38% of homes65% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac72% of homes59% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than1868almost no homesalmost no homes3% of homes

About 23 Shaffner St

How much is 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA is $573,914 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $548,680 to $599,148. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA last sell?

23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jul 11, 2002 for $234,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA?

23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,980 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA built?

23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA was built in 1868, making it 158 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA?

23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Wawecus Road School (elementary), rated D-; Burncoat Middle School (middle), rated D+; Burncoat Senior High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 81% of them ($573,914 against a typical $449,521), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($290 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1868 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 68% 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 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 23 Shaffner St, Worcester, MA was $5,058. The county assessed it at $383,500.

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