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$198,631$241 / 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 79How 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 $20,000 on Apr 17, 2026

279 ATHOL RICHMOND RD

ROYALSTON, MA 01368
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
824 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$199K
$156K low$241K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Apr 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,469 (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.$152,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,545

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.21 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.area not mapped

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.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Royalston Community SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 5.3 mi
H
Athol High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Athol - Royalston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 8.5 mi

District: Athol-Royalston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01368These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,915
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,133
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%

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How this home compares

279 Athol Richmond 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Royalston 01368

What homes are worth in Royalston 01368

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

This home
$137K$719K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Royalston 01368.

How it measures up in Royalston 01368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Royalston 01368.

Estimated value$198,631
CheaperTypical $388,162Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,598 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 4.56 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 279 Athol Richmond Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoyalston 01368Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,6315% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24151% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than824 ft²9% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac17% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than196340% of homes45% of homes

About 279 Athol Richmond Rd

How much is 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA is $198,631 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $156,286 to $240,976. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA last sell?

279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA last sold on Apr 17, 2026 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 824 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA built?

279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA is assigned to Royalston Community School (elementary), rated C+; Athol High School (high), 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 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA compare to other homes in Royalston 01368?

Among the 614 homes in Royalston 01368, it is worth more than 5% of them ($198,631 against a typical $388,162), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($241 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 9% of them (824 ft² against a typical 1,598 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (1 ac against a typical 4.56 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1963 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than almost no 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 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Athol Richmond Rd, Royalston, MA was $1,469. The county assessed it at $152,700.

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