Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$471,894$250 / 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 86How 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 $450,000 on Aug 25, 2025

252 HOWE ST

EAST BROOKFIELD, MA 01515
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,889 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$472K
$408K low$536K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Aug 25, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,743 (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.$403,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$348,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$433,283

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.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
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, Attached
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(5)

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
East Brookfield Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.0 mi
M
Knox Trail Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
H
David Prouty High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Spencer-East Brookfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01515These 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.188
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.91%
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.6.7%
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.2,203
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.213 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,142
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,669
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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

252 Howe 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in East Brookfield 01515
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in East Brookfield 01515

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

This home
$245K$806K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in East Brookfield 01515.

How it measures up in East Brookfield 01515

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Brookfield 01515.

Estimated value$471,894
CheaperTypical $413,404Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$250
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,889 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 252 Howe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Brookfield 01515Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$471,89464% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25023% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,889 ft²72% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac69% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than195844% of homes41% of homes

About 252 Howe St

How much is 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA is $471,894 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $407,914 to $535,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA last sell?

252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA last sold on Aug 25, 2025 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA?

252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,889 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA built?

252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA?

252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA is assigned to East Brookfield Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Knox Trail Middle School (middle), rated D; David Prouty High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Spencer-East Brookfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA compare to other homes in East Brookfield 01515?

Among the 903 homes in East Brookfield 01515, it is worth more than 64% of them ($471,894 against a typical $413,404), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($250 against a typical $298), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,889 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1958 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 48% 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 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 252 Howe St, East Brookfield, MA was $4,743. The county assessed it at $403,300.

More homes on Howe St

Closest homes

More homes in East Brookfield 01515

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 252 Howe St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map