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$390,821$335 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $163,000 on Nov 29, 2012

238 MECHANIC ST

MARLBOROUGH, MA 01752
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,165 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.
0.15 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$391K
$367K low$415K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,000 · Nov 29, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,772 (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.$382,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,785

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
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.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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(11)

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
1LT Charles W. Whitcomb SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Goodnow Brothers Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Marlborough High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Marlborough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01752These 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.100
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 100.65

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.42,223
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,953 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,959
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,206
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

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How this home compares

238 Mechanic 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 Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Marlborough 01752
  • Older than 95% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Marlborough 01752

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

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$199K$1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Marlborough 01752.

How it measures up in Marlborough 01752

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marlborough 01752.

Estimated value$390,821
CheaperTypical $527,744Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $335Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 238 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarlborough 01752Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,82118% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33550% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,165 ft²25% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac10% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than18807% of homes5% of homes

About 238 Mechanic St

How much is 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA is $390,821 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $366,609 to $415,033. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA last sell?

238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA last sold on Nov 29, 2012 for $163,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA?

238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,165 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA built?

238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA?

238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA is assigned to 1LT Charles W. Whitcomb School (middle), rated D; Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Marlborough High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Marlborough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA compare to other homes in Marlborough 01752?

Among the 10,751 homes in Marlborough 01752, it is worth more than 18% of them ($390,821 against a typical $527,744), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($335 against a typical $335), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,165 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1880 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Middlesex 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 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 Mechanic St, Marlborough, MA was $3,772. The county assessed it at $382,600.

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