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$378,035$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 93How 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 $250,000 on Aug 27, 2021

38 CATALPA ST

WORCESTER, MA 01603
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,272 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.
4,001 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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.

Valuation

$378K
$353K low$403K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Aug 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,328 (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.$328,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,500

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.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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.Duplex Single
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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(12)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Gates LaneC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Sullivan Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
University Pk Campus SchoolC
High · Grades 7–12 · 1.0 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%

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How this home compares

38 Catalpa 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 77% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Worcester County
  • Among the smallest lots in Cider Mill
  • Newer than 87% 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
$230K$576K

This home is worth more than 45% 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$378,035
CheaperTypical $385,764Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $301Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,443 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size4,001 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 38 Catalpa St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCider MillWorcester 01603Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,03545% of homes45% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29738% of homes47% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,272 ft²48% of homes37% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,001 ft²almost no homes5% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than198878% of homes87% of homes72% of homes

About 38 Catalpa St

How much is 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA is $378,035 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $352,844 to $403,226. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA last sell?

38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA last sold on Aug 27, 2021 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA?

38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,272 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA built?

38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA?

38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Gates Lane (elementary), rated C; Sullivan Middle School (middle), rated C+; University Pk Campus School (high), rated C. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01603?

Among the 4,632 homes in Worcester 01603, it is worth more than 45% of them ($378,035 against a typical $385,764), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($297 against a typical $301), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,272 ft² against a typical 1,443 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (4,001 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1988 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 23% 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 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Catalpa St, Worcester, MA was $4,328. The county assessed it at $328,100.

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