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$801,663$217 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $336,500 on Jun 1, 2012

279 WEST ST

LUNENBURG, MA 01462
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,700 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.
2.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$802K
$756K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$336,500 · Jun 1, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,649 (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.$741,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$562,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$737,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$583,015

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.90
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(5)

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.

H
Lunenburg High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Lunenburg Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Lunenburg Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.2 mi

District: Lunenburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01462These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.12,083
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.437 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,063
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,767
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

279 West 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 more than 90% of homes in Lunenburg 01462
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Lunenburg 01462
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Lunenburg 01462
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Lunenburg 01462

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

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$282K$999K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Lunenburg 01462.

How it measures up in Lunenburg 01462

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lunenburg 01462.

Estimated value$801,663
CheaperTypical $523,721Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $307Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area3,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,711 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size2.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 279 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLunenburg 01462Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$801,66390% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2175% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than3,700 ft²97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.9 ac80% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than198461% of homes63% of homes

About 279 West St

How much is 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA is $801,663 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $755,826 to $847,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA last sell?

279 West St, Lunenburg, MA last sold on Jun 1, 2012 for $336,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA?

279 West St, Lunenburg, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,700 square feet of living space and a 2.90-acre lot.

When was 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA built?

279 West St, Lunenburg, MA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA?

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

How does 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA compare to other homes in Lunenburg 01462?

Among the 4,281 homes in Lunenburg 01462, it is worth more than 90% of them ($801,663 against a typical $523,721), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($217 against a typical $307), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,700 ft² against a typical 1,711 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.9 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1984 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 89% 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 West St, Lunenburg, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 West St, Lunenburg, MA was $10,649. The county assessed it at $741,600.

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