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$433,747$238 / 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 92How 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 $100,000 on Jul 29, 1998

26 MELROSE ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,820 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
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

$434K
$398K low$470K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Jul 29, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,225 (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.$396,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$328,225

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.22 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.minimal

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
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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

Transaction History(6)

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
Wawecus Road SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Burncoat Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Burncoat Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01605These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.30,387
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,223
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,206
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

26 Melrose 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 91% of homes in Worcester 01605
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Brittan Square
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Brittan Square

What homes are worth in Worcester 01605

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

This home
$197K$770K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Worcester 01605.

How it measures up in Worcester 01605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01605.

Estimated value$433,747
CheaperTypical $449,938Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,820 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,582 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 26 Melrose St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrittan SquareWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$433,74749% of homes45% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23827% of homes9% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,820 ft²34% of homes60% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac73% of homes59% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than193583% of homes45% of homes25% of homes

About 26 Melrose St

How much is 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA is $433,747 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $397,681 to $469,813. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA last sell?

26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jul 29, 1998 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,820 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA built?

26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Wawecus Road School (elementary), rated D-; Burncoat Middle School (middle), rated D+; Burncoat Senior High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 45% of them ($433,747 against a typical $449,938), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($238 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,820 ft² against a typical 1,582 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1935 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 38% 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 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Melrose St, Worcester, MA was $5,225. The county assessed it at $396,100.

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