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$384,116$269 / 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
Last sold for $115,000 on Jul 31, 1992

235 RICHARDS AVE

PAXTON, MA 01612
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,429 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.
1.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$384K
$364K low$404K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Jul 31, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,561 (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.$309,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,695

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.1.26
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.

E
Paxton Center SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 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

235 Richards Ave 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 92% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 93% 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.

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$342K$950K

This home is worth more than 8% 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$384,116
CheaperTypical $548,396Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 235 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaxton 01612Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,1168% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26933% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,429 ft²24% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac64% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than19287% of homes22% of homes

About 235 Richards Ave

How much is 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is $384,116 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $364,139 to $404,093. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sell?

235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sold on Jul 31, 1992 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,429 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA built?

235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

235 Richards Ave, 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 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA compare to other homes in Paxton 01612?

Among the 1,643 homes in Paxton 01612, it is worth more than 8% of them ($384,116 against a typical $548,396), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($269 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,429 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1928 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 24% 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 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 235 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was $4,561. The county assessed it at $309,400.

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