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$375,065$276 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $327,500 on Nov 15, 2022

246 RICHARDS AVE

PAXTON, MA 01612
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,360 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
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

$375K
$356K low$395K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$327,500 · Nov 15, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$375,065
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$300,052

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,692 (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.$318,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$385,225

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.Bungalow
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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(10)

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 · 1.2 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

246 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 93% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 94% 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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$333K$961K

This home is worth more than 7% 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$375,065
CheaperTypical $544,667Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 246 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaxton 01612Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$375,0657% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27641% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²20% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac50% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than19246% of homes21% of homes

About 246 Richards Ave

How much is 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is $375,065 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $355,568 to $394,562. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sell?

246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sold on Nov 15, 2022 for $327,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA built?

246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

246 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 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA compare to other homes in Paxton 01612?

Among the 1,642 homes in Paxton 01612, it is worth more than 7% of them ($375,065 against a typical $544,667), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($276 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1924 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 21% 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 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 246 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was $4,692. The county assessed it at $318,300.

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