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$397,143$238 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

31 RICHARDS ST

WORCESTER, MA 01603
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,666 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
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

$397K
$373K low$421K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$293,143
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$234,514
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.26%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$104,000
GMAC MORTGAGE CORP PA · recorded Sep 19, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,053 (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.$383,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$284,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,255

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.Conventional
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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.

M
University Pk Campus SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Goddard School/Science TechnicalC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01603These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.23,089
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,925 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,774
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,240
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

31 Richards 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 80% of homes in University Park
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Worcester 01603
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in University Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in University Park
  • Older than 96% of homes in Worcester 01603

What homes are worth in Worcester 01603

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

This home
$224K$584K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Worcester 01603.

How it measures up in Worcester 01603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01603.

Estimated value$397,143
CheaperTypical $391,899Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 31 Richards St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity ParkWorcester 01603Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,14380% of homes53% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23853% of homes11% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,666 ft²18% of homes63% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac83% of homes62% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than18809% of homes4% of homes5% of homes

About 31 Richards St

How much is 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA is $397,143 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $373,411 to $420,875. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA last sell?

31 Richards St, Worcester, MA last sold on Nov 28, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA?

31 Richards St, Worcester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,666 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA built?

31 Richards St, Worcester, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA?

31 Richards St, Worcester, MA is assigned to University Pk Campus School (middle), rated C; Goddard School/Science Technical (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01603?

Among the 4,632 homes in Worcester 01603, it is worth more than 53% of them ($397,143 against a typical $391,899), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($238 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,666 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 27% 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 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 31 Richards St, Worcester, MA was $5,053. The county assessed it at $383,100.

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