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$600,654$221 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $163,400 on Apr 3, 1998

255 GREAT RD

SHIRLEY, MA 01464
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,717 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.
1.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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

$601K
$569K low$632K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,400 · Apr 3, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,607 (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.$509,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$136,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$373,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$509,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.55 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Colonial
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.84
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(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.

M
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Lura A White Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.4 mi
H
Ayer Shirley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Ayer-Shirley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01464These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,097
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.449 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,824
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,771
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

255 Great Rd 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 74% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Shirley 01464
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Shirley 01464

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

This home
$299K$829K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Shirley 01464.

How it measures up in Shirley 01464

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shirley 01464.

Estimated value$600,654
CheaperTypical $506,465Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,717 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,940 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 255 Great Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShirley 01464Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$600,65471% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22122% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,717 ft²81% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.84 ac75% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than199876% of homes87% of homes

About 255 Great Rd

How much is 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA is $600,654 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $569,125 to $632,183. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA last sell?

255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA last sold on Apr 3, 1998 for $163,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA?

255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,717 square feet of living space and a 1.84-acre lot.

When was 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA built?

255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA?

255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA is assigned to Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School (middle), rated B; Lura A White Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Ayer Shirley Regional High School (high), rated B. All sit in Ayer-Shirley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA compare to other homes in Shirley 01464?

Among the 2,116 homes in Shirley 01464, it is worth more than 71% of them ($600,654 against a typical $506,465), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($221 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,717 ft² against a typical 1,940 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (1.84 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1998 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 26% 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 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Great Rd, Shirley, MA was $6,607. The county assessed it at $509,400.

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