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$691,197$351 / 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 96How 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 $361,500 on Sep 30, 2009

27 JAMES RD

STERLING, MA 01564
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,968 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$691K
$661K low$721K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$361,500 · Sep 30, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,063 (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.$626,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$469,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$659,395

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.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

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
Houghton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.7 mi
M
Chocksett Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01564These 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.37
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 100.63

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
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.8,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.261 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,931
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

27 James 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 more than 82% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Sterling 01564

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

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$259K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Sterling 01564.

How it measures up in Sterling 01564

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 01564.

Estimated value$691,197
CheaperTypical $599,900Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$351
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,968 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 27 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 01564Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$691,19766% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35166% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,968 ft²53% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac46% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than197949% of homes59% of homes

About 27 James Rd

How much is 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA is $691,197 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $661,082 to $721,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA last sell?

27 James Rd, Sterling, MA last sold on Sep 30, 2009 for $361,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

27 James Rd, Sterling, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,968 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA built?

27 James Rd, Sterling, MA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

27 James Rd, Sterling, MA is assigned to Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Chocksett Middle School (middle), rated B+; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA compare to other homes in Sterling 01564?

Among the 2,985 homes in Sterling 01564, it is worth more than 66% of them ($691,197 against a typical $599,900), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($351 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,968 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1979 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 82% 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 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 27 James Rd, Sterling, MA was $8,063. The county assessed it at $626,000.

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