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$335,722$171 / 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 94How 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 $265,000 on Jul 14, 2021

26 HIGHLAND ST

ATHOL, MA 01331
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,960 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.
4,014 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
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

$336K
$317K low$355K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · Jul 14, 2021
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.$83,972
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$67,178
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.76%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$251,750
MORTGAGE NETWORK INC · P · recorded Jul 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,901 (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.$306,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$264,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$335,445

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.Conventional
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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.

H
Athol High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Athol Community Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi
M
Athol - Royalston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Athol-Royalston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01331These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,680
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,102
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.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

26 Highland 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 less than 88% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Older than 97% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Athol 01331

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

This home
$188K$632K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Athol 01331.

How it measures up in Athol 01331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athol 01331.

Estimated value$335,722
CheaperTypical $335,363Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size4,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 26 Highland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthol 01331Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,72251% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1719% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²78% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,014 ft²2% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than18704% of homes3% of homes

About 26 Highland St

How much is 26 Highland St, Athol, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Highland St, Athol, MA is $335,722 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $316,776 to $354,668. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Highland St, Athol, MA last sell?

26 Highland St, Athol, MA last sold on Jul 14, 2021 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Highland St, Athol, MA?

26 Highland St, Athol, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 26 Highland St, Athol, MA built?

26 Highland St, Athol, MA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 26 Highland St, Athol, MA?

26 Highland St, Athol, MA is assigned to Athol High School (high), rated D+; Athol Community Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Athol - Royalston Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Athol-Royalston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Highland St, Athol, MA compare to other homes in Athol 01331?

Among the 4,903 homes in Athol 01331, it is worth more than 51% of them ($335,722 against a typical $335,363), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($171 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (4,014 ft² against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1870 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 12% 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 26 Highland St, Athol, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Highland St, Athol, MA was $3,901. The county assessed it at $306,900.

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