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$380,315$302 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $256,500 on Jan 21, 2020

242 FAIRMONT AVE

WORCESTER, MA 01604
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,260 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$380K
$356K low$405K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$256,500 · Jan 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,904 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$369,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$262,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$404,746

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
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.1936
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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(14)

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
Worcester East Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Rice SquareD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
North High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01604These 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.119
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 100.60

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.16%
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.41,449
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,285
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,234
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

242 Fairmont 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 77% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Grafton Hill

What homes are worth in Worcester 01604

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

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$231K$694K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Worcester 01604.

How it measures up in Worcester 01604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01604.

Estimated value$380,315
CheaperTypical $409,167Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$302
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 242 Fairmont Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrafton HillWorcester 01604Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,31533% of homes36% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30244% of homes48% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²34% of homes34% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac37% of homes30% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than19007% of homes16% of homes13% of homes

About 242 Fairmont Ave

How much is 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA is $380,315 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $355,557 to $405,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA last sell?

242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA last sold on Jan 21, 2020 for $256,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA?

242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA built?

242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA?

242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA is assigned to Worcester East Middle School (middle), rated D-; Rice Square (elementary), rated D-; North High School (high), rated F. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01604?

Among the 9,106 homes in Worcester 01604, it is worth more than 36% of them ($380,315 against a typical $409,167), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($302 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1900 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 23% 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 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 Fairmont Ave, Worcester, MA was $4,904. The county assessed it at $369,300.

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