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$353,212$334 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $345,000 on Sep 23, 2022

279 HENSHAW ST

LEICESTER, MA 01524
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,058 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.
1.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$353K
$330K low$376K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$345,000 · Sep 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$36 (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.$307,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$224,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,600

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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.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.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.84
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
Leicester Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Leicester High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
E
Leicester Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.4 mi

District: Leicester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01524These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.7,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,656
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 Henshaw 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 84% of homes in Leicester 01524
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Leicester 01524
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Leicester 01524

What homes are worth in Leicester 01524

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

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$243K$782K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Leicester 01524.

How it measures up in Leicester 01524

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leicester 01524.

Estimated value$353,212
CheaperTypical $447,719Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 279 Henshaw St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 01524Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,21216% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33481% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,058 ft²14% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.84 ac77% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than193216% of homes25% of homes

About 279 Henshaw St

How much is 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA is $353,212 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $330,276 to $376,148. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA last sell?

279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA last sold on Sep 23, 2022 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA?

279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,058 square feet of living space and a 1.84-acre lot.

When was 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA built?

279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA was built in 1932, making it 94 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA?

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

How does 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA compare to other homes in Leicester 01524?

Among the 2,314 homes in Leicester 01524, it is worth more than 16% of them ($353,212 against a typical $447,719), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($334 against a typical $271), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,058 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (1.84 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1932 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 17% 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 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Henshaw St, Leicester, MA was $36. The county assessed it at $307,500.

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