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$443,271$255 / 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 95How 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

28 MELROSE ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,740 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$443K
$423K low$463K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,204 (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.$391,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$391,415

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.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.Colonial
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.Steam
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Wawecus Road SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Burncoat Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Burncoat Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01605These 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.135
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 100.60

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,387
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,223
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,206
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

28 Melrose 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Worcester 01605
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Brittan Square
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Brittan Square

What homes are worth in Worcester 01605

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

This home
$202K$775K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Worcester 01605.

How it measures up in Worcester 01605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01605.

Estimated value$443,271
CheaperTypical $450,120Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $320Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 28 Melrose St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrittan SquareWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$443,27153% of homes47% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25542% of homes14% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²30% of homes57% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac65% of homes54% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than192579% of homes38% of homes22% of homes

About 28 Melrose St

How much is 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA is $443,271 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $423,247 to $463,295. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA last sell?

28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA built?

28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Wawecus Road School (elementary), rated D-; Burncoat Middle School (middle), rated D+; Burncoat Senior High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 47% of them ($443,271 against a typical $450,120), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($255 against a typical $320), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1925 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 41% 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 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 28 Melrose St, Worcester, MA was $5,204. The county assessed it at $391,900.

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