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$442,361$347 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $119,000 on Aug 31, 1994

297 SOUTH ST

DOUGLAS, MA 01516
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,274 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.
2.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$442K
$408K low$477K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,000 · Aug 31, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,641 (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.$352,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$252,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,100

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.71 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyWorcester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(8)

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
Douglas High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
E
Douglas Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.8 mi
M
Douglas Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Douglas School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01516These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.243 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

297 South 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 less than 80% of homes in Douglas 01516
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Douglas 01516
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Douglas 01516
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Douglas 01516

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

This home
$309K$947K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Douglas 01516.

How it measures up in Douglas 01516

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Douglas 01516.

Estimated value$442,361
CheaperTypical $565,254Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$347
CheaperTypical $296Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,912 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size2.31 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 297 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDouglas 01516Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$442,36120% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34775% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,274 ft²16% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.31 ac72% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198138% of homes60% of homes

About 297 South St

How much is 297 South St, Douglas, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 297 South St, Douglas, MA is $442,361 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $407,916 to $476,806. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 297 South St, Douglas, MA last sell?

297 South St, Douglas, MA last sold on Aug 31, 1994 for $119,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 297 South St, Douglas, MA?

297 South St, Douglas, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,274 square feet of living space and a 2.31-acre lot.

When was 297 South St, Douglas, MA built?

297 South St, Douglas, MA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 297 South St, Douglas, MA?

297 South St, Douglas, MA is assigned to Douglas High School (high), rated C+; Douglas Primary School (elementary); Douglas Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Douglas School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 297 South St, Douglas, MA compare to other homes in Douglas 01516?

Among the 3,315 homes in Douglas 01516, it is worth more than 20% of them ($442,361 against a typical $565,254), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($347 against a typical $296), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,274 ft² against a typical 1,912 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (2.31 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1981 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 40% 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 297 South St, Douglas, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 297 South St, Douglas, MA was $4,641. The county assessed it at $352,400.

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