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$635,711$297 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $633,000 on Jul 9, 2026

289 STERLING RD

LANCASTER, MA 01523
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,139 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$636K
$585K low$687K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$633,000 · Jul 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,147 (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.$566,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$119,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$446,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$628,235

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.Cape Cod
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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(9)

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.

E
Mary Rowlandson Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
M
Luther Burbank Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Nashoba Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Nashoba School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01523These 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.54
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 100.65

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.7,826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,338
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,782
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

289 Sterling Rd 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 76% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Lancaster 01523
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Lancaster 01523

What homes are worth in Lancaster 01523

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

This home
$320K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Lancaster 01523.

How it measures up in Lancaster 01523

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 01523.

Estimated value$635,711
CheaperTypical $545,005Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,139 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,813 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 289 Sterling Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 01523Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$635,71165% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29733% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,139 ft²66% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac63% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than194925% of homes31% of homes

About 289 Sterling Rd

How much is 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA is $635,711 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $584,738 to $686,684. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA last sell?

289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA last sold on Jul 9, 2026 for $633,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA?

289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,139 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA built?

289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA?

289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA is assigned to Mary Rowlandson Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Luther Burbank Middle School (middle), rated B+; Nashoba Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Nashoba School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA compare to other homes in Lancaster 01523?

Among the 2,430 homes in Lancaster 01523, it is worth more than 65% of them ($635,711 against a typical $545,005), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($297 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,139 ft² against a typical 1,813 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1949 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 76% 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 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 289 Sterling Rd, Lancaster, MA was $9,147. The county assessed it at $566,000.

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