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$503,586$349 / 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 97How 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 $236,000 on Aug 28, 2015

255 MAY ST

WORCESTER, MA 01602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,442 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$504K
$488K low$519K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$236,000 · Aug 28, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,763 (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.$436,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$320,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$431,775

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.Tudor
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Steam
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, 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(8)

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
May StreetC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
University Pk Campus SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01602These 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.93
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 100.62

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,609
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,090
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

255 May 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.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Tatnuck
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Tatnuck
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Worcester 01602

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

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$257K$728K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Worcester 01602.

How it measures up in Worcester 01602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01602.

Estimated value$503,586
CheaperTypical $447,404Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,442 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 255 May St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTatnuckWorcester 01602Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$503,58681% of homes71% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34981% of homes80% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,442 ft²40% of homes39% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac23% of homes22% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than193948% of homes48% of homes27% of homes

About 255 May St

How much is 255 May St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 May St, Worcester, MA is $503,586 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $487,993 to $519,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 May St, Worcester, MA last sell?

255 May St, Worcester, MA last sold on Aug 28, 2015 for $236,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 May St, Worcester, MA?

255 May St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,442 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 255 May St, Worcester, MA built?

255 May St, Worcester, MA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a tudor home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 May St, Worcester, MA?

255 May St, Worcester, MA is assigned to May Street (elementary), rated C+; Doherty Memorial High School (high), rated C; University Pk Campus School (middle), rated C. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 May St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01602?

Among the 6,707 homes in Worcester 01602, it is worth more than 71% of them ($503,586 against a typical $447,404), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($349 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,442 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1939 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 55% 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 May St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 May St, Worcester, MA was $5,763. The county assessed it at $436,900.

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