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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $150,000 on Jul 10, 2009

279 CHARLES ST

FITCHBURG, MA 01420
6
Beds
3
Baths
3,456 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jul 10, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,489 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$714,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$627,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$334,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.unmapped

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
CountyWORCESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
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.Frame (Unspecified)
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Memorial Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Crocker Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Fitchburg High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Fitchburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01420These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.43,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,361 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,428
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

279 Charles 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.

  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Fitchburg 01420
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Worcester County

How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.

Living area3,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,617 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 279 Charles St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFitchburg 01420Worcester County
Living areabigger than3,456 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac39% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192038% of homes20% of homes

About 279 Charles St

When did 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?

279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Jul 10, 2009 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA?

279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,456 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA built?

279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA?

279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Memorial Middle School (middle), rated C-; Crocker Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Fitchburg High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Fitchburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?

Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is bigger than 93% of them (3,456 ft² against a typical 1,617 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1920 against a typical 1945). 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 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 Charles St, Fitchburg, MA was $9,489. The county assessed it at $714,000.

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