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$532,079$373 / 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 $285,000 on May 15, 2020

253 SOUTH ST

DOUGLAS, MA 01516
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,428 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.
2.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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

$532K
$504K low$560K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · May 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$63 (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.$478,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$379,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$366,510

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.Cape Cod
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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(4)

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.

H
Douglas High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
E
Douglas Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.4 mi
M
Douglas Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Douglas School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01516These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.9,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.243 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,139
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

253 South 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 more per square foot than 84% of homes in Douglas 01516
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Douglas 01516
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Douglas 01516

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

This home
$297K$932K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Douglas 01516.

How it measures up in Douglas 01516

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Douglas 01516.

Estimated value$532,079
CheaperTypical $556,338Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $297Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,916 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size2.1 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 253 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDouglas 01516Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$532,07944% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37384% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²21% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.1 ac65% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198442% of homes63% of homes

About 253 South St

How much is 253 South St, Douglas, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 South St, Douglas, MA is $532,079 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $504,123 to $560,035. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 South St, Douglas, MA last sell?

253 South St, Douglas, MA last sold on May 15, 2020 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 South St, Douglas, MA?

253 South St, Douglas, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,428 square feet of living space and a 2.10-acre lot.

When was 253 South St, Douglas, MA built?

253 South St, Douglas, MA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 South St, Douglas, MA?

253 South St, Douglas, MA is assigned to Douglas High School (high), rated C+; Douglas Primary School (elementary); Douglas Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Douglas School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 South St, Douglas, MA compare to other homes in Douglas 01516?

Among the 3,315 homes in Douglas 01516, it is worth more than 44% of them ($532,079 against a typical $556,338), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($373 against a typical $297), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,916 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (2.1 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1984 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 61% 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 253 South St, Douglas, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 South St, Douglas, MA was $63. The county assessed it at $478,600.

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