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$352,973$208 / 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 96How 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 $182,000 on Sep 30, 2010

36 MERRIAM RD

PRINCETON, MA 01541
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,694 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$353K
$339K low$367K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$182,000 · Sep 30, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,915 (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.$365,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$134,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$456,815

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.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
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.Steam
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

Transaction History(5)

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
Thomas Prince SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01541These 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.44
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 100.63

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.3,506
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$153,675
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$178,269
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

36 Merriam 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 less than 96% of homes in Princeton 01541
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Princeton 01541
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Princeton 01541
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Princeton 01541
  • Older than 96% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Princeton 01541

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

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$331K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Princeton 01541.

How it measures up in Princeton 01541

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Princeton 01541.

Estimated value$352,973
CheaperTypical $594,936Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,694 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,208 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 2.72 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 36 Merriam Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePrinceton 01541Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$352,9734% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2087% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,694 ft²27% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac16% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than18707% of homes4% of homes

About 36 Merriam Rd

How much is 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA is $352,973 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $339,334 to $366,612. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA last sell?

36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA last sold on Sep 30, 2010 for $182,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA?

36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,694 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA built?

36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA?

36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA is assigned to Thomas Prince School (elementary), rated A; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA compare to other homes in Princeton 01541?

Among the 1,367 homes in Princeton 01541, it is worth more than 4% of them ($352,973 against a typical $594,936), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($208 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,694 ft² against a typical 2,208 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 2.72 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1870 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 17% 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 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 36 Merriam Rd, Princeton, MA was $4,915. The county assessed it at $365,700.

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