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$1,084,308$407 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $585,000 on Aug 27, 2014

281 WINTER ST

ASHLAND, MA 01721
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,666 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.1M
$1M low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · Aug 27, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,361 (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.$968,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$260,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$707,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$964,155

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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Ashland High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Ashland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.4 mi

District: Ashland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01721These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.18,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,702
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.58%

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How this home compares

281 Winter 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 Ashland 01721
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Ashland 01721
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Ashland 01721

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

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$405K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Ashland 01721.

How it measures up in Ashland 01721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 01721.

Estimated value$1,084,308
CheaperTypical $681,016Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$407
CheaperTypical $395Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,804 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 281 Winter St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 01721Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,084,30890% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40756% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,666 ft²87% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac35% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than200286% of homes90% of homes

About 281 Winter St

How much is 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA is $1,084,308 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,030,565 to $1,138,051. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA last sell?

281 Winter St, Ashland, MA last sold on Aug 27, 2014 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA?

281 Winter St, Ashland, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,666 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA built?

281 Winter St, Ashland, MA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA?

281 Winter St, Ashland, MA is assigned to Ashland High School (high), rated A; Ashland Middle School (middle), rated A; Henry E Warren Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Ashland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA compare to other homes in Ashland 01721?

Among the 6,092 homes in Ashland 01721, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,084,308 against a typical $681,016), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($407 against a typical $395), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,666 ft² against a typical 1,804 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2002 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 75% 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 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Winter St, Ashland, MA was $12,361. The county assessed it at $968,000.

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