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$579,843$273 / 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 $503,500 on Feb 25, 2022

296 PETERSHAM RD

PHILLIPSTON, MA 01331
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,122 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.
1.98 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$580K
$542K low$617K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$503,500 · Feb 25, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,939 (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.$542,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$485,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$509,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$525,445

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.1.98
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Athol High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Athol Community Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Athol - Royalston Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Athol-Royalston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01331These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.13,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,680
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,102
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

296 Petersham 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 98% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Worcester County
  • Among the newest homes in Athol 01331

What homes are worth in Athol 01331

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

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$175K$595K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Athol 01331.

How it measures up in Athol 01331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athol 01331.

Estimated value$579,843
CheaperTypical $315,722Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area2,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,434 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size1.98 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 296 Petersham Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthol 01331Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,84398% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27376% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,122 ft²82% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.98 ac78% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homes

About 296 Petersham Rd

How much is 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA is $579,843 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $542,453 to $617,233. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA last sell?

296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA last sold on Feb 25, 2022 for $503,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA?

296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,122 square feet of living space and a 1.98-acre lot.

When was 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA built?

296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA?

296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA is assigned to Athol High School (high), rated D; Athol Community Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Athol - Royalston Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Athol-Royalston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA compare to other homes in Athol 01331?

Among the 4,903 homes in Athol 01331, it is worth more than 98% of them ($579,843 against a typical $315,722), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($273 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,122 ft² against a typical 1,434 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.98 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 69% 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 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 296 Petersham Rd, Phillipston, MA was $5,939. The county assessed it at $542,400.

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